Industrial Security Specialist

McKinsey & Company, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join McKinsey & Company's Facility Security Compliance team in Washington, D.C., where you'll ensure compliance with government security requirements. Your role will involve developing security programs, managing sensitive data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance public sector engagements. We seek an experienced professional with a strong analytical mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in industrial security operations.

Benefits

Medical coverage for family

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in a National Industrial Security Program.
• Top Secret/SCI security clearance is mandatory.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop operating models for security compliance and manage security programs.
• Assist with Insider Threat monitoring and investigations.
• Maintain a NISPOM-compliant security program.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Tools

DISS

SWFT

eAPP

NBIS

NISS

Job description

Your Growth

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning:Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters:From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community:With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Exceptional benefits:In addition to a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/partner, and children.

Your Impact

You will be part of the Facility Security Compliance team, based in the Washington, DC office, to support McKinsey Washington (USG) federal Defense & Security work. This team ensures compliance with US government security requirements and enables impact in the Public Sector.

In this role, you will develop a comprehensive operating model for ensuring compliance with defense and security programs that involve access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP). You will support security clearance and SEAD 3 reporting requirements. You will assist in managing the counterintelligence, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Insider Threat programs. Your responsibilities will include providing security expertise on all aspects of the Industrial Security program.

You’ll assist the Security team with maintaining a NISPOM-compliant security program, including self-inspections, Insider Threat Program, security education, and Facility Clearance (FCL) management. You will be responsible for accurate data input and reporting in multiple databases.

You will grow and maintain our counterintelligence and Department of Defense (DOD) CUI programs, including security awareness training for personnel. You will also assist with Insider Threat monitoring and investigations.

As a member of the Client and Regulatory Compliance team and Ethics & Compliance function, you will be expected to be a contributor and thought partner within the function, and support key organizational, operational, or strategic initiatives, as relevant.

You will implement initiatives to enhance our processes and governance approach for public sector client engagement delivery, ensuring the effective management of new or emerging security trends and sector-specific regulatory requirements.

Your work will empower our consulting teams to drive meaningful outcomes for defense & security clients, while upholding the highest standards of compliance and safeguarding national security.

Your qualifications and skills

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
• 5+ years of professional experience in a National Industrial Security Program (NISP) government or contractor security role
• Top Secret/SCI security clearance with the U.S. government is mandatory; polygraph and experience with SAP and SCI programs are preferred
• Working knowledge of DISS is required, with additional experience in SWFT, eAPP, NBIS, and NISS preferred
• Basic understanding of the U.S. Department of Defense CUI program, additional understanding of NIST 800-171 preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain trust-based relationships with key leaders and peers, creating environments for generous collaboration and thought partnership
• Exhibits the highest levels of discretion and judgment in safeguarding sensitive materials
• Strong analytical, issue-spotting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex, sensitive issues
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment and managing ambiguity with confidence
• Demonstrates an entrepreneurial mindset to address ambiguous problems, using data and logical reasoning for decision-making
• Ability to create work product-focused materials, such as PowerPoint decks, Excel models, articles, or other written deliverables
• Exceptional time management and strong communication skills in English, with the ability to adjust style for different audiences and seniority levels