Research Security Analyst
Analyzes research security for USDA's Office of Research, Economic, and Science Security in Washington, D.C. — evaluating research portfolios and emerging technologies for risks, and producing strategic analytical and written products. Requires an active Top Secret clearance, 5+ years of relevant experience, and a master's in life sciences or an engineering discipline.
- Compensation
- $110K–$122K / yr
- Location
- Washington D.C.
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Security
- Posted
Must have
- Active Top Secret Clearance
- Minimum five (5) years of experience
- Advanced degree in life sciences (biotechnology, chemistry, agricultural, agronomy and crop science, botany, entomology, soil health, food sciences, infectious diseases and zoonoses, veterinary scienc
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and work well within a team
- Excellent proof-reading and editing skills
- Experience evaluating complex research portfolios and identifying opportunities to maximize impact and potential security risks to mitigate
- Experience developing and implementing appropriate mitigations and opportunities within the agriculture business
- Experience providing informed assessments on technical merit of emerging scientific capabilities and implications for research security and technology protection
- Experience creating a technical vision and direction plan based on requirements
- Experience developing high-level product specifications
- Experience overseeing development of capabilities and providing technical guidance/mentoring to others
- Ability to pass a background check; position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access
Full description
Title: Research Security Analyst
Location: USDA Headquarters, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC
Job Type: Full-time Onsite
Salary: $110,000-$122,000/ year
Experience: Minimum of Five (5) years’ experience
Education: Master’s Degree in biotechnology, chemistry, agricultural, agronomy and crop science, botany, entomology, soil health, food sciences, infectious diseases and zoonoses, veterinary science, marine studies OR an engineering discipline
Updated: September 18, 2026
Company Description
Now is the time to join Lindahl Reed, Inc. Lindahl Reed is a scientific, engineering, technical, and research company supporting the nation’s most critical missions in Energy Innovation, National Security, and Environmental Stewardship. At Lindahl Reed, we live our values every day. Integrity, trust, and excellence are the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to pioneering innovative solutions, enabling cutting-edge technologies, and advancing a cleaner, and more resilient and secure world. We are hiring creative, motivated, and talented people with a passion for doing what's right, what's smart, and what works.
Description/Job Summary
Lindahl Reed is seeking a Research Security Analyst to support the United States Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. in providing research, analytical and writing support to The Office of Research, Economic, and Science Security (ORESS). The successful candidate will possess strong analytical, communication and writing skills with the ability to work well in a team environment and under a strict deadline schedule. The Research Security Analyst should have the ability to work well with both internal and external customers. This position will report directly to the Lindahl Reed Project Manager.
Position Responsibilities
- Serves as an analyst on research security.
- Assists ORESS in implementing research, economic, and science security procedures, best practices, and capabilities.
Provides strategic analytical support in response to taskings from senior USDA officials, interagency partners, and other stakeholders.
- Evaluates new and emerging technologies for potential security risks and opportunities within USDA research portfolios.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Active Top Secret Clearance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate and work well within a team.