Industrial Security Policy Expert (Secret Clearance)

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

401k plan

Job summary

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC seeks an Industrial Security Analyst to support U.S. Coast Guard security programs and national mission resilience.

You will advise on industrial security policy, review guidance, and coordinate clearances, DD Forms 254, and training materials as the primary NISP expert. The role offers high visibility with cross-team collaboration, strict regulatory compliance, and opportunities to influence security program development across USCG operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of direct experience in industrial security policy, planning, assessment, and administration.
• Experience with EO 12829, FOCI, DD Form 254, and related processes.
• Strong customer service, technical writing, editing, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze industrial security policy and guidance in EO, DHS directives, and DoD mandates to advise on improvements.
• Review and maintain industrial security policy documents and program guidance per NISPOM.
• Conduct or support Staff Assistance Visits to evaluate contractor compliance with security requirements.
• Determine facility and personnel clearance requirements for contracts, incl. FOCI and NID.
• Develop, track, and maintain DD Form 254s.
• Assist in developing security training and awareness products for USCG personnel.
• Prepare correspondence and regulatory documents to support strategic security program goals.
• Travel: Less than 10%.

Skills

Industrial security policy

Staff officer functions

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in security-related discipline

5 years direct relevant experience

10 years directly relevant experience substitute for degree

Tools

NCAISS

NISS

JPAS (DISS)

CVS

ISMS

Job description

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC seeks an Industrial Security Analyst to support U.S. Coast Guard security programs and national mission resilience.

You will advise on industrial security policy, review guidance, and coordinate clearances, DD Forms 254, and training materials as the primary NISP expert. The role offers high visibility with cross-team collaboration, strict regulatory compliance, and opportunities to influence security program development across USCG operations.