Security Specialist - Administrative (Mid-level)

Prosync•Arlington, VA

About The Position

ProSync is seeking a mid-level Administrative Security Specialist to support security operations across multiple mission-focused programs within the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. The role supports personnel, information, industrial, and physical security functions, ensuring compliance with security policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. The position is currently in the proposal phase and is set to be awarded in early 2027. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, able to work independently, and comfortable collaborating with government customers, security professionals, and program personnel in a fast-paced operational environment. A minimum Secret security clearance or higher and an active IAT/IAM Level II certification are required. A bachelor’s degree or higher is required, with specified relevant-experience substitutions permitted.

Requirements

At least three years of experience supporting security administration, compliance activities, program security, or related functions.
Experience supporting security processes, documentation management, and compliance efforts.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Active IAT/IAM Level II certification, such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, or CCSP.
A minimum Secret security clearance or higher.
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university; an associate degree plus four years of additional relevant work experience may be substituted, or six years of additional relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience interacting with government customers and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative security support across personnel, information, industrial, and physical security programs.
Assist in executing security processes, procedures, and compliance initiatives in accordance with DoD and government regulations.
Maintain security records, databases, files, and documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Process, track, and manage security-related actions, including visit requests, access requests, clearances, indoctrinations, and debriefings.
Prepare security reports, correspondence, briefings, and supporting documentation for government and program leadership.
Coordinate with government customers, security offices, program personnel, and external organizations regarding security requirements and administrative actions.
Support security inspections, self-assessments, audits, and compliance reviews by collecting and organizing required documentation.
Assist with implementing corrective actions identified during inspections and security reviews.
Review security procedures and policies for compliance with applicable directives and regulations.
Monitor security program activities and provide status updates to management and stakeholders.
Support onboarding, security awareness, and administrative security training efforts.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding security requirements, policy guidance, and program updates.