Corporate Security Officer/Continuous Investigative Response & Analysis

National Security Agency; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

National Security Agency is hiring for a Corporate Security Officer/Continuous Investigative Response & Analysis role at entry to mid level in Maryland. Responsibilities include emergency response, investigations, and coordinating life safety and facility security across NSA assets.

The role requires a security-focused background including risk assessment, counterintelligence awareness, and experience with access control and security systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a degree in any field or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience in physical security, force protection, risk assessments, inspections, and investigations (security/CI).
• Progression paths include entry, development, and full performance with corresponding education/experience benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and manage critical incidents in a timely manner.
• Initiate and conduct investigations for security and counterintelligence incidents.
• Coordinate life safety, security and facility emergencies and manage access control.

Skills

Physical security

Anti-terrorism force protection

Risk assessments

Inspections

Security investigations

Counterintelligence investigations

Emergency management/response

Education

High school diploma or GED + 4 years relevant experience

Associate's degree + 2 years relevant experience

Bachelor's degree + 0 years

Master's degree + 1 year

Tools

Security systems monitoring

Access verification management

Job description

Corporate Security Officer/Continuous Investigative Response & Analysis - Entry to Mid Level (Maryland)

Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD
Pay Plan: GG , Grade: 07/1 to 12/10
Open: 2026-09-08, Close: 2026-09-10

Responsibilities

Security and Counterintelligence (S&CI) is responsible for the protection of NSA/CSS information, people and facilities worldwide. In support of this mission, the Security Operations Command Center (SOCC) ensures continuity of mission and the protection of the Agency's critical assets worldwide 24x7. Primary responsibilities of a SOCC Corporate Security Officer include:- Emergency and critical Incident response and management- Initiating and conducting all necessary investigative actions for physical, force protection, personnel and counterintelligence related security incidents- Coordination, response, mitigation and resolution of life safety, security and facility emergencies- Access verification and management- Monitoring the physical security and force protection posture of NSA facilities worldwide and deploying appropriate countermeasures and resources to sustain or enhance the posture as necessary- Threat analysis, management and mitigation- Dispatch NSA Police, security and other resources accordingly- Monitor and manage multiple security systems and investigate, mitigate or resolve anomalies- Conduct security checks- Liaison with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies

Requirements for the position:- Be 21 years old at a minimum due to weapon handling requirement- Candidates must possess a current valid U.S. driver's license, absent of any restrictions that would preclude operation of a U.S. Government motor vehicle.- A written assessment must be successfully completed prior to interviewing for the position.- Successfully complete all phases of the NSA Special Agent's Course- Maintain federal firearms certification and a working knowledge of Agency Policies and Regulations allowing the carry of an Agency-issued firearm. The Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended, and applicable implementing regulations prohibit the issuing of a firearm to anyone who has been convicted of a crime involving domestic violence. Individuals who have been convicted of such a crime are not eligible for consideration for this position.- Perform physical and potential strenuous activities to include standing, walking, or kneeling for long periods under all weather conditions.

Job Summary

Security and Counterintelligence is responsible for the protection of NSA/CSS information, people, and facilities worldwide. In support of this mission, Security personnel oversee the development, installation, and maintenance of physical security systems. Security personnel help maintain integral elements of an overall security theory, posture, and infrastructure designed to efficiently deter, delay, detect and identify threats to NSA people, resources and facilities.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.A degree in any field is acceptable.Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: physical security, anti-terrorism force protection, conducting risk assessments, inspections, investigating/adjudicating security or counterintelligence (CI) investigations, other security/law enforcement related fields (for example, special agent or police officer, personnel security, facilities project management/oversight), emergency management or emergency response.

ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTALEntry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 4 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree and no experience.

FULL PERFORMANCEEntry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience.

Pay

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.Salary Range: $57,736 - $133,142 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance)Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).DCIPS Trial Period:If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. NSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process.

DCIPS Disclaimer

**VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS**Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority.Veterans' PreferenceIn accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application.Acceptable documentation includes:- DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR- Certification of Service:A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND- Standard Form 15 (SF-15)Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf).If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND- VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating)You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/).**Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.