Security Specialist - Industrial

americansystems· Security Administration
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📍 Arlington, VA, USFULL TIME💰 USD 115K–170K/yr

About this role

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training.

Responsibilities

As The Security Specialist - Industrial, you will:

  • Protect classified work performed by industry partners through contract-security documentation, contractor coordination, facility-related oversight, and compliance review.
  • Support the Government client in defining and monitoring safeguarding obligations associated with classified contractual performance.
  • Develop and review security classification and contract-security documentation, coordinateswith contractor security representatives, and support inspections or assessments involving facilities, personnel, records, and classified deliverables.
  • By identifying gaps, documenting required corrective actions, and maintaining clear communication between Government and industry, the Security Specialist Industrial helps ensure that contractors understand and consistently execute applicable protection requirements throughout the life of classified work.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Review and maintain contract-security documentation that defines safeguarding, access, classification, and performance requirements.
  • Coordinate industrial-security matters with Government contracting personnel, program stakeholders, and contractor security representatives.
  • Evaluate contractor security practices, facility considerations, and classified performance activities for compliance with applicable requirements.
  • Support inspections, reviews, self-assessments, and corrective-action tracking involving industry partners and classified work.
  • Advise stakeholders on protection requirements affecting classified contracts, subcontracting, personnel access, and deliverables.
  • Maintain records of oversight activities, findings, correspondence, approvals, and completed corrective actions.
  • Identify industrial-security risks and recommend measures that protect classified information throughout contract execution.
  • Facilitate timely resolution of security issues that could affect contractor performance or authorized classified access.

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Qualifications

  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant discipline and 10 years of directly relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus 14 years of directly related work experience.
  • Specialized experience with flag-officer level briefings and senior-level interface.
  • Possess or be willing to obtain Industrial Security Oversight Certification (CDSE) within one year of hire.
  • Experience must include support to Special Access Program and Sensitive Compartmented Information environments
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively across Government, contractor, and external stakeholders; prepare briefings, reports, standard operating procedures, and official correspondence; and lead a team in fast paced classified environments.
  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; must be able to meet any applicable Special Access Program eligibility requirements identified by the Government.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $132,500.00/Yr. - USD $221,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Security Specialist - Industrial role at americansystems?
The listed salary for this Security Specialist - Industrial position at americansystems is USD 115K–170K/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Security Specialist - Industrial position at americansystems located?
This Security Specialist - Industrial role at americansystems is based in Arlington, VA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Security Specialist - Industrial role at americansystems full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Security Specialist - Industrial role in the Security Administration department at americansystems.
Which team or department does the Security Specialist - Industrial at americansystems belong to?
This Security Specialist - Industrial position is part of the Security Administration department at americansystems. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Security Specialist - Industrial position at americansystems?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to americansystems's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Security Specialist - Industrial job at americansystems posted?
This Security Specialist - Industrial position at americansystems was posted on Jul 31, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Security Specialist - Industrial
americansystems · 💰 USD 115K–170K/yr
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