Junior Security Specialist

Radiance Technologies; Virginia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Junior Security Specialist to support security operations in a dynamic DoD environment. The role involves coordinating security processes, maintaining security databases, and assisting with security training. Ideal candidates will have a foundational understanding of DoD security protocols and experience in personnel security.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience coordinating visitor security.
• Familiarity with DoD security policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate visitor control and personnel security.
• Support Operations Security and physical security activities.
• Assist with security education programs and conduct training.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Access Control Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Radiance Technologies, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Junior Security Specialist to support security operations for the Project Manager for Cyber and Space (PM C&S), under the Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Sensors (PEO IEW&S) in Hanover, Maryland. This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination and management of personnel and facility security processes in a dynamic Department of Defense (DoD) environment. The ideal candidate will bring a foundational understanding of DoD security protocols and the ability to support classified operations and administrative tasks with precision and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate visitor control and personnel security, including processing and tracking access requests.
• Support Operations Security (OPSEC), Communications Security (COMSEC), and physical security activities.
• Assist with security education programs and conduct staff training sessions on security protocols.
• Maintain and control government security databases, records, and access systems.
• Interpret and apply DoD Instructions and Army Regulations related to facility and personnel security.
• Prepare, present, and support briefings on security policies and administrative procedures to PM personnel.
• Assist with security and facility inspections to ensure proper measures are in place to safeguard personnel, technologies, and information.
• Monitor and assess staff adherence to security processes and identify risk areas.
• Maintain and update security files in accordance with policy.
• Perform other security-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills

• Familiarity with DoD security policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information.
• Working knowledge of access control and personnel security systems.
• U.S. Citizenship and active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly.
  
  

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience coordinating visitor security and using personnel control records systems.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Some college coursework preferred.
• Prior service in a U.S. military security or government facility security environment.
• Experience conducting security training and briefings for personnel.
  
  

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Law Enforcement & Security