Personnel Security (PerSec) Specialist
Armada LTD
Washington, United States of America
2 months ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
IntermediateJob location
Washington, United States of America
Tech stack
Computer Security
Databases
SAP Applications
Job description
Personnel Security Specialist provide administrative and operational support for personnel security clearance processing and records management. Ensures compliance with Government clearance policies and maintains accurate security documentation to support mission operations., * Personnel Security Specialists will process security clearances by collecting, reviewing, submitting, and tracking required documentation
- Maintain personnel security records and update security databases
- Personnel Security Specialists will track clearance status and ensure data accuracy across systems
- Coordinate clearance actions with internal staff and Government stakeholders
- Respond to security-related administrative inquiries and customer service requests
- Personnel Security Specialists will prepare clearance reports, correspondence, and status trackers
- Ensure compliance with clearance policies and regulatory requirements
- Personnel Security Specialists will provide general administrative support to security operations
- Other duties as assigned .
Requirements
- Ability to apply fundamental concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments.
- Understanding of DoD and IC security clearance procedures (Secret, TS/SCI, SAP), documentation requirements, and adjudication processes.
- Knowledge of applicable regulations such as DoD 5200 Series, Executive Orders, and security program instructions.
- Knowledge of maintaining personnel security records, databases, and tracking systems (e.g., JPAS, DISS, or local equivalents).
- Familiarity with standard office procedures, documentation protocols, correspondence, and report preparation.
- Understanding of safeguarding sensitive or classified information and proper handling of security documentation.
Minimum/General Experience:
- 3 - 10 years of relevant experience.
Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma, or equivalent, Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.