Industrial Security Specialist | TS/SCI Eligible

Patriot Group International LLC.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Group International Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Industrial Security Specialist to support the administration and execution of the company’s industrial security program at its Herndon, VA location.

The role focuses on personnel security, clearance processing, and NISPOM compliance, working closely with the Facility Security Officer to ensure inspections, training, and documentation are up to date. Ideal candidates will possess experience with NBIS/eApp, DISS, and related security systems,

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in personnel security, industrial security, or a related government security discipline.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing SF-86 and background investigation documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Hands-on experience utilizing government security systems: DISS, NBIS/eApp, NISS, NBIS/eApp, NCAISS.
• Working knowledge of NISPOM and federal security regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, professional interaction with employees, management, clients, and government representatives.
• Ability to manage multiple security actions independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings as required.

Responsibilities

• Process and review background investigation requests through NBIS/eApp and DISS for accuracy and compliance.
• Initiate and track personnel security clearance actions including investigations and reinvestigations.
• Prepare correspondence to federal agencies regarding investigations and clearance statuses.
• Act as ISSM when designated, supporting cybersecurity compliance and incident response.
• Assist with security inspections, self-assessments, and corrective actions.
• Provide security guidance to employees to ensure regulatory and policy compliance.
• Conduct security training, briefings, and indoctrinations as authorized.
• Identify and report security incidents and potential concerns.
• Manage assigned security responsibilities from start to finish with minimal direction.
• Support physical security program elements like access control and visitor management.
• Develop, review, and implement security policies and SOPs.
• Maintain security records, databases, and personnel files; ensure timely follow-up.
• Monitor suspense dates and communicate delays or issues to the FSO.
• Assist the FSO with NISP/NISPOM compliance and related requirements.

Skills

Security clearance processing

NISPOM compliance

Background investigation review

Security records management

Security training delivery

Documentation and record-keeping

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Drug screening compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DISS

NBIS/eApp

NISS

NCAISS

Outlook

Excel

Teams

Job description

Patriot Group International Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Industrial Security Specialist to support the administration and execution of the company’s industrial security program at its Herndon, VA location.

The role focuses on personnel security, clearance processing, and NISPOM compliance, working closely with the Facility Security Officer to ensure inspections, training, and documentation are up to date. Ideal candidates will possess experience with NBIS/eApp, DISS, and related security systems,