Security Specialist - Administrative (Junior-level)

Prosync•Arlington, VA

15h

About The Position

ProSync is seeking a junior-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 and helps ensure compliance with applicable security policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. The opportunity is in the proposal phase and is expected to be awarded in early 2027. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and highly organized, able to work independently under guidance and supervision, and collaborate 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. Education may be satisfied by a bachelor's degree or higher, an associate degree plus four years of additional relevant work experience, or six years of additional relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.

Requirements

Less than three years of experience supporting security administration, compliance activities, program security, or related functions.
Understanding of basic security principles, procedures, and administrative processes.
Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team and perform duties under guidance and supervision.
Active IAT/IAM Level II certification; examples include Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, or CCSP.
Minimum Secret security clearance or higher.
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.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative security support across personnel, information, industrial, and physical security programs.
Assist with 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 on 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.