Supply Chain Security Analyst

About the role

The Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Analyst will support defense programs by assessing and analyzing DIB suppliers, focusing on the implementation of Supply Chain Risk Management NIST 800-53 control family to mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead vulnerability identification activities by conducting advanced analysis of systems, programs, and architectures to determine crucial components, high-risk areas, and potential impacts across defense program supply chains.
• Conduct independent assessments and validations of supplier security practices to ensure compliance with federal defense and organizational requirements; document findings and provide expert recommendations to leadership and customers.
• Compile, synthesize, and present complex risk assessments to internal stakeholders, executive leadership, and external customers to support informed decision making.
• Monitor and document major changes affecting supply chain risk, quality, resilience, and compliance, ensuring that risks are escalated and mitigated proactively.
• Evaluate enterprise and supplier-level risks within Draper’s SCRM programs, identifying systemic issues and recommending improvements to strengthen program maturity.
• Drive enhancements to the existing SCRM framework by incorporating stakeholder feedback, industry best practices, and emerging regulatory requirements; lead implementation of approved updates.
• Perform rigorous quality checks of supplier reviews, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and analytical integrity; investigate discrepancies and deliver corrective action guidance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product development, operations, and security teams to ensure SCRM processes, standards, and operations align with enterprise policies and strategic goals.
• Analyze multi-source data to identify trends in supplier quality, product defects, or recurring vulnerabilities, and develop mitigation strategies to prevent future occurrences.
• Maintain readiness to perform additional responsibilities in support of evolving organizational needs.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor of Science degree in Engineering discipline.
• Requires 3 years experience in defense environment roles.

Skills

• Deep familiarity with software supply chain risks and the broader defense industrial base.
• Strong working knowledge of SCRM NIST 800-53 control family to mitigate risks in the supply chain, with experience drafting documentation to support compliance and process.
• Expert understanding of DFARS, FAR, TAA, and supply chain relevant compliance topics: NDAA 889, 1260H, nearshore/offshore guidance, country of origin risks, and critical supply chain considerations.
• Ability to operate as an independent, action-oriented self-starter, prioritizing and managing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven success working within cross-functional teams, adapting to changing priorities, and providing leadership within complex matrixed environments.
• Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 with demonstrated ability to integrate quality principles into supply chain risk processes.
• Advances skills in process integration including building workflows, identifying gaps, and developing improvements to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of conveying technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, including development of formal assessments, reports, and presentations.

Benefits

Draper offers a variety of benefits including workplace flexibility, employee clubs, health and finance workshops, off-site social events, and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00. The range is determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

The position is full-time.