Security Analyst - CPE Ground

The Security Specialist IV provides high-level technical expertise and analytical support for Department of Defense (DoD) security programs and program protection operations. Based on-site at Fort Belvoir, VA, the specialist independently manages multi-disciplinary security tracks across physical, personnel (PERSEC), industrial (INDUSEC), and operations security (OPSEC/Anti-Terrorism) domains. This role is responsible for processing workforce compliance pipelines, navigating specialized defense tracking networks, and delivering data-driven metrics to senior leadership within the Acquisition and Enterprise Support Directorate., 1. Core Security Operations & Metrics Tracking

• Maintenance and daily oversight of the Security Office Actions Tracker, capturing data on verification requests, Visit Authorization Requests (VAR), personnel actions, foreign travel compliance, and incoming taskers.
• Compiles, structures, and presents daily and monthly security metrics to produce the weekly Security Office Actions briefings used during the Acquisition and Enterprise Support Directorate synchronization meetings.
• Author, review, and apply analytical research methods to develop comprehensive program protection documentation, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOP).

1. Personnel & Industrial Security Management (PERSEC / INDUSEC)

• Orchestrates personal security clearance tracks using the Personnel Security Investigation Portal (PSIP), including initiating Form Updates, managing Tier 3 (T3) initial background investigations, and tracking personnel compliance timelines.
• Coordinates and schedules biometric/fingerprinting requirements for newly onboarded or upgrading total force personnel requiring active background vetting.
• Validates, creates, and submits Visit Authorization Requests (VAR) directly within the Defense Information System for Security (DISS).
• Audits, processes, and tracks access provisioning requests via DD Form 2875 System Access requests utilizing automated frameworks like Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) and the Army Enterprise Systems Integration Program (AESIP).
• Manages facility access control pipelines, including reviewing and completing RTI39 Compound Badge Requests for on-site personnel.

1. Foreign Travel Vetting & Compliance

• Pre-screens, validates, and cross-references clearance levels, mandatory foreign clearance training, country-specific hazard maps, and visa requirements for personnel deploying on personal or official foreign travel.
• Operates the Aircraft Personnel Automated Clearance System (APACS) to secure organizational approval for international transit.
• Navigates DISS network criteria to upload, report, and maintain records for required foreign travel categories; conducts formal security debriefs and records completed travel closure statements in DISS upon return.
• Maintained total program compliance by reviewing and updating the Derivative Classification Training Certificate tracker in strict accordance with USD(I) Policy Memorandums.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience Baseline: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience managing multi-disciplinary DoD security programs, program protection, or military intelligence environments.

Technical Vetting Tools & Systems

• Vetting & Security Systems: Full operational proficiency within DISS, PSIP, and APACS.
• Access Management: Hands-on experience Routing DD2875 packets through digital channels, ICAM, and AESIP systems.
• Security Frameworks: Foundational knowledge of DoD Directive 5200.01 (DoD Information Security Program), NISPOM, Derivative Classification parameters, and OPSEC metrics.
• Communication: Proven ability to respond to ad-hoc security inquiries in a high-tempo environment, provide clear policy guidance, and manage cross-functional taskers.

JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work