Industrial Security Coordinator

Posted:
11/27/2025, 10:37:09 PM

Location(s):
Maryland, United States ⋅ Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Workplace Type:
Remote

The Health & Civil Sector at Leidos is seeking an Industrial Security Representative. In support of a behavioral health program, the applicant will be part of a team of program security representatives assisting in the background investigation process and ensuring the successful onboarding of new program personnel.

This position is fully remote; however, the candidate MUST be located in the DC/MD/VA area. They will need to drive to a nearby Leidos office with a mailroom a couple of times a week to pick up security packages. Additionally, the candidate should be close to a UPS location for shipping materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs general office work, which may include reviewing and preparing government security forms for submission, data entry, filing and organizing, and related work.

  • Maintenance of Personnel Security Databases to track candidate progress.

  • Experience working in a shared mailbox.

  •  Sends and manages receipt of security documents submitted from applicants.

  • Reviews all required paperwork and documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness before submission to the government for processing.

  • Contact applicants or Sub Company Points of Contact via telephone and/or email to obtain additional information and assist with Security form completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 3 - 5 years of prior relevant experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance

  • Attention to detail and accuracy are required

  • Must be able to proofread for accuracy, completeness, grammar, and format

  • Ability to enter data efficiently, timely, and correctly to meet deadlines

  • Computer literacy; Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and data entry

  • Must be highly organized with excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Experience in administrative tasks, including but not limited to answering phone calls and scanning documents

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment are essential, as well as the ability to use discretion when handling sensitive personal information

  • Must be able to compare data across multiple forms and applications to ensure consistency

  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise, and accurate manner

  • Self-motivation with the ability to work both independently and as an effective team member is essential

  • Excellent time management and multitasking skills

  • Proven ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers, subordinates, high-ranking officials, and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working in a shared mailbox

  • Experience with Suitability packages

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Original Posting:

November 24, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $50,050.00 - $90,475.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.