Security Specialist - PERSEC (Mid-level)

Prosync•Arlington, VA

About The Position

ProSync is seeking a Mid-Level Personnel Security (PERSEC) Security Specialist to support personnel security programs that manage security clearances, access authorizations, and compliance with government personnel security requirements. The position contributes to the administration and oversight of personnel security activities and supports compliance with Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and agency-specific security policies. The specialist works with employees, government stakeholders, and security professionals in support of mission-critical operations. The opportunity is in the proposal phase and is expected to be awarded in early 2027. The role supports classified programs, facilities, and mission operations. It includes processing and tracking security actions, reviewing documentation, coordinating with government security offices, maintaining records and tracking systems, and supporting audits, onboarding, offboarding, incident response, reporting, and policy implementation. A minimum Top Secret/SCI clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility and an active IAT/IAM Level II certification are required. ProSync describes itself as an award-winning, SDVOSB defense contracting company with a military heritage and experience supporting the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Benefits include sign-on and quarterly bonuses, competitive compensation, health benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, an employee assistance program, company-sponsored continuing education, generous paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work options.

Requirements

At least three years of experience supporting personnel security, security clearance administration, access management, government security operations, or related disciplines.
Experience processing and managing personnel security actions in government, DoD, Intelligence Community, or contractor environments.
Knowledge of personnel security regulations, clearance processes, and access control requirements.
Experience maintaining personnel security records and supporting compliance reviews or audits.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Active IAT/IAM Level II certification; examples listed include Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, and CCSP.
Minimum Top Secret/SCI security clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility.
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university; alternatively, an associate degree plus four years of additional relevant work experience, or six years of additional relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting classified programs or facilities.

Responsibilities

Administer personnel security programs supporting classified programs, facilities, and mission operations.
Process, track, and manage personnel security actions, including security clearances, access requests, indoctrinations, debriefings, and reinvestigation requirements.
Review and evaluate personnel security documentation for compliance with applicable government regulations and policies.
Coordinate with government security offices regarding clearance eligibility, access determinations, reciprocity, and adjudicative actions.
Maintain personnel security databases, records, and tracking systems for accuracy and accountability.
Conduct personnel security reviews, audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
Support onboarding and offboarding activities involving personnel security requirements and access control procedures.
Respond to personnel security inquiries from employees, management, and government customers.
Investigate and document personnel security incidents, reporting requirements, and potential security concerns.
Develop reports, metrics, briefings, and status updates about personnel security program activities.
Provide guidance on personnel security processes, requirements, and compliance obligations.
Support implementation of security policy updates, procedural improvements, and best practices.