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Senior Product Security Engineer

Berkeley, MO · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

... Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM) as required by customers, working under the direction ... Utilize the Risk Engineering digital thread to inform product requirements surrounding cyber ...

Senior Product Security Engineer

Berkeley, MO · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

... Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM) as required by customers, working under the direction ... Utilize the Risk Engineering digital thread to inform product requirements surrounding cyber ...

From building digital engineering tools that make space exploration safer to verifying ... As the Industrial Security Team Lead / Senior Facility Security Officer (FSO), you'll lead and ...

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How much do industrial security engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for industrial security engineer in the United States is $152,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $143,000.00 and $158,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an industrial security engineer?

An Industrial Security Engineer is a professional responsible for ensuring the safety and security of industrial systems, networks, and infrastructure. This role involves assessing vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and monitoring for threats to protect critical industrial assets, such as manufacturing equipment and control systems. They often work with industrial control systems (ICS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, and other operational technology (OT) to safeguard against cyberattacks and physical breaches. Industrial Security Engineers collaborate with IT, operations, and compliance teams to develop and enforce security policies, conduct risk assessments, and respond to incidents. Their work is crucial in preventing disruptions, data loss, and safety hazards in industrial environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an industrial security engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Industrial Security Engineer, you need a solid background in cybersecurity, risk assessment, and industrial control systems (ICS), often supported by a degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM systems, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and certifications like CISSP or GICSP is common. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are critical soft skills for success in this role. These skills and qualifications are essential to safeguard industrial environments from cyber threats and ensure the resilience and safety of vital infrastructure.

What are some common challenges faced by industrial security engineers in protecting operational technology (OT) environments?

Industrial Security Engineers often encounter challenges such as integrating security measures into legacy OT systems that were not originally designed with cybersecurity in mind. These environments typically prioritize uptime and safety, which can make traditional IT security practices difficult to implement. Additionally, coordinating with operations teams and ensuring minimal disruption during security updates or incident response is crucial. Building strong relationships with both IT and OT personnel helps address these challenges and ensures effective risk management.

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Infographic showing various Industrial Security Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,773 per year, or $73.4 per hour.

Senior Industrial Security Specialist

El Segundo, CA • On-site

Boeing
Aviation • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Senior Industrial Security Specialist
Company:
The Boeing Company
The Boeing Company is looking for a Senior Industrial Security Specialist to join the team in El Segundo, CA.
Join our team as a security professional where you'll use systems like Joint Personnel Adjudication System/Defense Information System for Security (JPAS/DISS), Scattered Castles, Joint Adjudication Database Environment (JADE), Joint Adjudication Database System (JADS), and Security Information Management System (SIMS) to directly enable classified program success.
You'll work on mission-focused briefings on classification marking, Operations Security (OPSEC), and physical/communications security; own personnel and classified-material records to ensure accountability and data integrity; and develop practical Concept of Operations (CONOPs), and procedures for handling, storing, and transporting proprietary materials.
If you're a collaborative problem-solver who thrives coordinating across security teams, engineering, senior leadership, and U.S. Government customers to secure approvals and resolve complex security challenges, this role offers high visibility, real impact, and opportunities to grow your expertise in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Assists with Internal Security Controls through performance of compliance assessment reviews and self-inspections to ensure compliance with government and company regulations/requirements
  • Identifies deficiencies and recommends corrective action
  • Assists with Administrative Inquiries (e.g., collects and analyzes data, writes reports and interviews) on personnel, processes and situations to determine level and scope of non-compliance with government and company regulations/requirements
  • Assists with Communication Security (COMSEC) duties and responsibilities (including inventory, distribution and destruction)
  • Assists in the protection of government, intellectual, third party and company information from unauthorized disclosures
  • Develops, implements and administers an Operational Security program, security education, procedures and physical controls to ensure compliance with government and company regulations/requirements on less complex programs
  • Performs Personnel Security processes to assist in obtaining individual security clearances/accesses
  • Assists in developing and conducting security awareness training and education programs to educate, refresh, and motivate personnel to protect people, property and information
  • Assists in sub-contractor management to ensure compliance with government regulations/requirements
  • Demonstrate proficiency with/utilize specific databases to determine personnel eligibility to access classified information -DISS, Scattered Castles, JADE, JADS, Enterprise Security Systems (SIMS), and other databases and record-keeping repositories
  • Conduct initial and recurring security briefings to cleared workforce members on topics such as critical program information, marking, safeguarding and destroying classified information, operations security, physical and communication security, and other security training as required
  • Manage personnel records, classified material records and/or other sensitive records in to ensure the highest levels of data integrity and correctness
  • Conduct inventories and records reconciliation actions to ensure accuracy and accountability
  • Prepare activity or program concept of operation (CONOPs) outlining unique security protection requirements for sensitive operations; establish procedures for protecting, handling, storing, and transporting proprietary materials
  • Coordinate across the security workforce, Boeing engineering, managerial and technical teams, as well as senior Boeing personnel and U.S. Government customers to seek contract execution approvals, security rulings or deviations as may be required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • Successfully completed Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or requires candidate to have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years
  • 5+ years of experience in Industrial Security
  • 5+ years of experience in personnel security administration, physical security, communications security and/or other programmatic security-related field

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams, and outlook)
  • Experience with oral and written communications skills
  • Ability to obtain a successful US government polygraph examination

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $119,000 - $161,000
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance:
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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