Crisis Management Lead

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Security Operations Team consist of Security infrastructure, guard force operations and crisis management. Our mission is to safeguard Anduril's people, assets, and operations through integrated security solutions that encompass proactive risk management, crisis preparedness, actionable threat intelligence, thorough investigations, executive protection, and 24/7 global monitoring. We are committed to anticipating and mitigating risks, responding immediately to incidents, and fostering a resilient security culture that enables Anduril to innovate and operate confidently in a dynamic global environment.

ABOUT THE JOB

As Anduril continues to grow and tackle complex government and defense missions, we are seeking a dedicated Crisis Management Lead. This role will be instrumental in supporting the Crisis Management Manager to enhance our crisis preparedness and response capabilities. You will play a key role in the development, execution, and refinement of Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) and Emergency Action Plans EAPs). This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional ready to contribute to building a robust crisis management framework focused on immediate safety and operational continuity during emergencies.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Support Emergency Response Plan Development: Assist in the design, writing, and implementation of comprehensive Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) and associated protocols to ensure the organization is prepared for potential emergencies.
• Contribute to Emergency Action Plans: Support the development and refinement of clear and actionable Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) to guide Anduril personnel during critical events.
• Facilitate Training and Drills: Aid in the coordination and execution of training sessions and tabletop exercises related to customized crisis scenarios to institutionalize response protocols and promote awareness.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with Facilities, EHS, Legal, HR, and other departments to ensure cohesive crisis response strategies and plans align with organizational goals.
• Assist with Crisis Management Support: Support the coordination of responses during critical incidents, helping to minimize confusion and downtime by ensuring adherence to established Crisis Management playbooks, ERPs and EAPs.
• Support Risk Assessment: Assist in identifying and analyzing potential risks relevant to emergency scenarios and contributing to mitigation strategies within ERPs.
• Help Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Support efforts to ensure crisis management practices, particularly ERPs and EAPs, meet applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Contribute to Communication Management: Assist in establishing and testing clear communication channels for emergency situations, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination to stakeholders.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the regular review and update of Crisis Management framework, playbooks, ERPs and EAPs based on lessons learned from actual incidents and emerging threats

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Emergency Management, Security Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in crisis management, emergency preparedness, or a related field focused on incident response.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and contribute to the development of emergency response plans and a proactive mindset towards achieving organizational goals in crisis preparedness and response.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to clearly articulate procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearances
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with developing and executing Emergency Action Plans.
• Familiarity with crisis management software and tools.
• Certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or similar