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Senior Industrial Security Specialist
Defense Counterintelligence and Security AgencyAndover, MA · Senior
$120,548 – $156,715
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency seeks a senior-level specialist to oversee industrial security compliance at defense contractor facilities, conducting security reviews, investigations, and vulnerability assessments while mentoring junior staff. This role suits experienced security professionals ready to handle complex cases involving classified information protection and to advise senior leadership on risk mitigation.
Our summary, not Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One or more years of specialized industrial security experience at or equivalent to GS-12 level
- Overseeing industrial security guidance within NISP/Defense Industrial programs
- Conducting periodic security reviews and compliance oversight at contractor facilities
- Conducting and overseeing security violation investigations involving classified information loss or compromise
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to reduce program and technology risk
- Mediating conflicts between stakeholders on security requirements
- Oral communication skills to present to senior executives
- Interpersonal skills and adaptive approach with diverse stakeholders
- Self-management and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Vulnerability assessment and threat analysis in counterintelligence context
- Problem-solving and sound judgment in complex situations