Security Specialist - Industrial (Mid-level)

Prosync•Arlington, VA

About The Position

ProSync is seeking a Mid-Level Industrial Security Specialist to protect classified information, personnel, facilities, and government programs in Department of Defense and Intelligence Community environments. The role administers and maintains industrial security programs and ensures compliance with National Industrial Security Program (NISP) requirements, government regulations, and customer security directives. The opportunity is in the proposal phase and is set to be awarded in early 2027. The specialist will manage security records and access processes, conduct compliance reviews, help protect classified and sensitive information, coordinate with government customers and program stakeholders, and support security training and guidance. The position requires at least three years of relevant experience, an active IAT/IAM Level II certification, and a Top Secret clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility. The required Industrial Security Oversight Certification (CDSE) must be obtained within one year of hire. A bachelor’s degree or higher is required, with alternatives available: an associate degree plus four additional years of relevant work experience, or six additional years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.

Requirements

Three or more years of experience supporting industrial security, facility security, classified program security, government security administration, or related disciplines.
Experience in DoD, government, defense contractor, or Intelligence Community environments.
Knowledge of industrial security regulations, compliance requirements, and classified information protection procedures.
Experience supporting inspections, audits, self-assessments, and security compliance reviews.
Strong understanding of personnel security processes and classified access management.
Ability to interpret and apply government security regulations and directives.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to obtain and maintain the Industrial Security Oversight Certification (CDSE) within one year of hire.
Must hold an active IAT/IAM Level II certification; examples listed include Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, and CCSP.
A minimum Top Secret security clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility is required.
A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university; alternatively, an associate degree plus four additional years of relevant work experience, or six additional years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Prior military service or government contracting experience.

Responsibilities

Administer and support industrial security programs in accordance with NISP requirements and government directives.
Ensure compliance with security policies, procedures, and regulations governing classified information and controlled assets.
Monitor and maintain facility security clearance documentation, personnel access records, and classified holdings.
Process and manage classified visit requests, access requests, clearance actions, indoctrinations, and debriefings.
Conduct security reviews, self-inspections, audits, and compliance assessments; identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Support the protection, control, transmission, storage, and destruction of classified and sensitive information.
Coordinate with government customers, Facility Security Officers (FSOs), program managers, and security stakeholders on security requirements and program actions.
Investigate and document security incidents, violations, and compliance concerns, and support corrective action implementation.
Develop and maintain industrial security procedures, operating instructions, and program documentation.
Prepare reports, briefings, and security metrics for leadership and government representatives.
Support security education, awareness, and training initiatives for employees.
Provide program personnel with guidance on security requirements and the proper handling of classified information.