Moss Appointed to National Industrial Security Policy Committee

Leonard Moss Jr., chief security officer and head of the Security Services Department at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland, has been appointed to the National Industrial Security Program Policy Advisory Committee (NISPPAC).

NISPPAC serves as the nation’s primary forum for evaluating and recommending changes to the policies that guide the National Industrial Security Program. The committee brings together senior representatives from 16 executive-branch agencies and eight industry partners to advise the highest levels of the federal government by addressing policy challenges, improving clarity and consistency, and ensuring that classified work across government and industry is conducted securely and effectively. Moss also serves as chair of the board of directors for the Industrial Security Working Group (ISWG), which regularly provides expert advice to NISPPAC.

“Leonard’s appointment to NISPPAC is well-deserved recognition of his deep expertise and his proactive engagement and collaboration within the defense industrial community over many years,” said APL Director Dave Van Wie. “His leadership and experience have enhanced the Laboratory’s security posture, and his new role will add to his experience and knowledge in the creation of smart policies that protect our nation’s most sensitive work.”

Moss brings his keen insights and understanding of the security landscape, built over more than four decades within the defense industry, to this new role.

“Collaboration between government and industry is more important now than ever,” Moss said. “Being at the table to help shape policies that affect all of us across the industrial security community is incredibly meaningful.”

Moss’ dedication and passion for this work stem from his past. A U.S. Air Force veteran, he has seen firsthand the operational importance of security. As he steps into his role with NISPPAC, Moss brings that same sense of purpose and service, helping strengthen the policies that protect national security.

“Our warfighters are some of the most selfless people in the world — we can best support them by safeguarding the information that keeps them safe,” Moss said. “Protecting our nation’s most important secrets means protecting the people who serve.”