NSA Police Officer

Intelligence Careers; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Career development opportunities

Specialized units training

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) Police Officers provide armed and unarmed security, force protection, and law enforcement functions in support of NSA facilities around Fort Meade, Maryland and Sugar Grove, WV.

This position offers a path from entry to senior levels with extensive training and opportunities to join specialized units. Salary ranges are set by education and experience and include benefits; applicants should expect shift work, overtime, and night differential due to 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum education as stated: high school diploma or GED.
• Military/security training background preferred.
• One or more of law enforcement, security, or counterintelligence experience.

Responsibilities

• Counterterrorism & Force Protection
• Pedestrian and vehicular access control
• Response to security, medical, and fire emergencies
• Critical incident management
• Enforcement of laws for NSA assets
• Security inspections of vehicles, facilities, and materials
• Firearms training and range management
• Patrol NSA property

Skills

Armed security

Law enforcement

Patrol operations

Emergency response

Access control

Firearms training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Military security training (18+ hours)

Associate's degree (optional)

Bachelor's degree (optional)

Job description

NSA Police Officer - Entry to Experienced Level (MD, WV)

Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD || Sugar Grove, WV
Pay Plan: GG , Grade: 07/1 to 12/10
Open: 2026-10-05, Close: 2026-10-12

Job Posting: 1263288

Responsibilities

National Security Agency's Police Officers provide armed and uniformed security, force protection, and law enforcement functions in support of NSA's mission, assets, personnel, and facilities headquartered in and around Fort Meade, Maryland and Sugar Grove, WV. The NSA Police Force is an integral part of the NSA Security and Counterintelligence organization, which provides NSA worldwide counterintelligence, personnel, and facilities security support.

• Counterterrorism & Force Protection
• Pedestrian and vehicular access control
• Response and mitigation of security, medical, and fire emergencies
• Critical incident management
• Enforcement of laws and regulations relative to the protection of NSA assets
• Vehicle, facility, and material security inspections
• Firearms training and range management
• Patrol of NSA property

Job Summary

The National Security Agency (NSA) has a current and ongoing requirement for personnel to serve as Full-time officers with the NSA Police. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for these exciting and highly dynamic positions offering unlimited career growth, exceptional training, and the opportunity to serve your country as an employee of one of the most unique and respected Agencies in the Federal government.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. A degree in any field is acceptable. Military training must be at least 18 semester hours of training in security disciplines (for example, force protection, anti-terrorism, physical security, crime prevention). Relevant experience must include one or more of the following: law enforcement, or experience in any discipline within security (personnel or physical) or counterintelligence. Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid U.S. driver's license. If not counted toward education, military experience may count for up to two years of relevant experience. ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL Entry is with a high school diploma or GED and no experience. Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid U.S. driver's license. FULL PERFORMANCE Entry 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 military training plus 2 years of relevant experience. SENIOR Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 6 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or military training plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience.

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: $60,747 - $133,142 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance, Senior) 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: Applicants should be aware this position supports 24/7 Operations; resulting in shift work, weekend duty, overtime, holiday pay, and night differential.

Benefits

• 1) Uniforms, equipment, and laundering at no cost
• 2) Performance based rank and salary promotions
• 3) Opportunities to apply for Specialized Units: - Emergency Response Team- Asymmetric Threat Response Unit- Drug Recognition Expert- Crisis Intervention Team- Policy and Compliance- Technical Services Unit- Weapons of Mass Destruction- K-9 Unit- Dispatch- Mountain Bike Patrol- Training Unit Instructions- Executive Protection Unit

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.

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.