The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking an Associate Industrial Security Representative for a growing program with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).  The work location is in Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland. The position operates under the guidance of the Leidos Global Solutions Management Operations (GSMO) Security Manager in the application of Leidos security standards and practices to existing US government facilities identified by the contract. 

Primary Responsibilities:
•Supporting, implementing, and providing guidance to customers and management on security matters pertaining to classified inventory and document control, personnel clearances and access nominations, classification control, visitor/access control, and Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD254) 
•Analyzing, investigating, and preparing reports and/or recommendations for preventative or corrective actions in accordance with legal, contractual, and internal policies
•Implementing Security training, ensuring compliance with customer training requirements and creating training aides
•Providing security briefings to personnel holding collateral clearances as well as to those onboarding or hired as sub-contractors to include submitting appropriate DISA required documentation for new hires, terminations, and other security actions and ensuring information is accurately recorded and maintained
•Interpreting and applying security principles, practices, and procedures to maintain compliance with mission-sponsor and physical security regulations and policies, including Program Classification Guides; DISA security requirements; Intelligence Community Directives; applicable laws, policies, and regulations regarding export-controlled information and technology; 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule and Industrial Security Letters; and other government regulations, e.g., DoDM 5205.07 Vols 1-4, ICD’s, DoD-M 5105.21 M1, JAFANs
•Coordinating with customers on complex security issues, recommending creative courses of action to address concerns and preparing and representing Leidos with government sponsors and subcontractors in project meetings/calls
•Drafting, reviewing, and maintaining internal policy documents, standard operating procedures, and instructional handouts pertaining to personnel, physical and industrial security programs

Key Requirements:
•Critical Thinking – Must have experience gathering information, objectively analyzing it, and drawing conclusions while focusing on comprehension of policies, regulations, and standards 
•Teamwork – Must have the ability to build rapport, create a harmonious working environment, and display professional demeanor while valuing differences 
•Judgement and Decision-Making – Has proven ability to assess situation and information and reach sound conclusions in atypical situations
•Communication – Is able to write and speak in a clear, concise, effective manger to a wide variety of audiences, including writing complex reports and displaying active listening skills
•Compliance – Has experience with applicable policies, standards, laws, and rules, to include interpreting and applying against customer requirements to resolve security issues
•Customer Relationship Management – Proven track record of being a self-starter and building partnerships while understanding customers’ mission, vision, and issues and prioritizing work accordingly

Required Experience:
•Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 2-4 years of relevant experience or a Master’s and less than two years relevant experience required. Additional years experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
•Knowledge of NISPOM, Intelligence Community Directives, National Background Investigation Services’ e-Application
•U.S Citizen currently possessing an active DOD Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Experience:
•Accreditation/certification in personnel, industrial, and/or physical security (ISP, PSC, etc.)
•Experience working at US government locations 
•Prior experience supporting the Department of Defense and/or DISA, preferably on a security team for a large contract or as a subcontractor

Original Posting Date:

2024-08-20

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 $49,400.00 - $89,300.00

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.