F-35 Classification Management Specialist Jr/Mid

Serco; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Serco Inc. in Arlington, Virginia, seeks an experienced Security Classification Specialist to support the F-35 program.

The role focuses on classification management, safeguarding and controlling sensitive information within a secure environment, and coordinating with government and contractor personnel to maintain compliance and program integrity. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in security operations, the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance (Secret clearance preferred), and will work

Qualifications

• 10+ years of classification management or security operations experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance.
• Active Secret clearance preferred.
• On-site work in Arlington, VA, Monday through Friday.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Support classification management activities within a secure facility.
• Maintain, track, and manage classified and sensitive program documentation.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and tracking spreadsheets for program requirements.
• Coordinate with government and contractor personnel on security matters.
• Assist with receipt, storage, transmission, and accountability of classified information.
• Support audits, inspections, and special security projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Security clearance

On-site work

Travel ability

Education

Master's degree + 10 years experience

Bachelor's degree + 14 years experience

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Join a dynamic team supporting critical national security and defense initiatives associated with the F-35 program. This position provides classification management and security support within a secure environment, ensuring the proper handling, safeguarding, accountability, and management of classified and sensitive information.

The successful candidate will work closely with government and contractor personnel to support mission objectives, maintain compliance with applicable security requirements, and facilitate effective program operations. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a high-security environment supporting military customers and stakeholders.

In This Role, You Will:

• Support classification management activities within a secure facility environment.
• Maintain, track, control, and manage classified and sensitive program documentation.
• Prepare reports, briefings, correspondence, and tracking spreadsheets in support of program requirements.
• Support administrative processes associated with classified program operations.
• Coordinate with government and contractor personnel regarding security and classification matters.
• Assist with the receipt, control, storage, transmission, and accountability of classified information.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Support program management activities, audits, inspections, and special projects as assigned.
• Provide administrative and operational support within secure environments.
• Travel as required to support customer and program objectives.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have:

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience related to classification management, security operations, information protection, or a closely related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Active Secret Security Clearance preferred.
• Ability to work onsite in Arlington, Virginia, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage sensitive information in a secure environment.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS as required.

Desired Skills

• Active Top Secret Clearance with SAP eligibility preferred.
• Active TS/SCI clearance preferred and utilized within the last two years.
• Prior experience working in a secure facility.
• Prior experience working in a security countermeasure environment.
• Experience supporting administrative processes and document management in a secured facility.
• Experience preparing reports, briefings, correspondence, and tracking spreadsheets.
• Ability to work effectively with government and contractor personnel.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Certifications

• Master's degree and 10 years of relevant experience; or
• Bachelor's degree plus an additional 14 years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Current and active Secret or Top Secret Clearance preferred.

Work Location & Schedule

• This position is 100% on-site.
• Must be able to work in the Arlington, Virginia office Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally.

Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.