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Posted: January 20, 2026 (2 days ago)

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NSA Police / Law Enforcement Officer - Entry to Experienced Level (Maryland)

National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Department of Defense

Fresh

Salary

$58,786 - $133,142

per year

Closes

January 25, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working as a police officer for the National Security Agency, providing security, law enforcement, and protection for the agency's facilities, people, and operations around Fort Meade, Maryland.

Officers handle tasks like access control, emergency response, patrols, and enforcing rules to safeguard sensitive assets.

It's a great fit for motivated individuals with a background in law enforcement, security, or military service who want a stable career serving the country with opportunities for growth and training.

Key Requirements

  • At least 21 years of age
  • Valid U.S. driver's license
  • High school diploma or GED (required for all levels)
  • Relevant experience in law enforcement, security, or counterintelligence (varies by level: 0 for entry, 4+ years for full performance, 6+ for senior)
  • Military training in security disciplines (e.g., force protection, anti-terrorism) can substitute for experience (up to 2 years)
  • For experienced levels, a degree in any field is acceptable and can reduce required experience
  • Ability to perform armed security, emergency response, and physical inspections

Full Job Description

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.

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. For experienced levels, 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.

Major Duties:

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.

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.

Primary Responsibilities: - 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

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/20/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/21/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 1253142