Mid-Level Security Specialist

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

Pay Range: $85,000 - $100,000 Full Time - Exempt

Patriot Group International Inc. (PGI), voted #1 Best Place to Work by Virginia Business Magazine and the Best Companies Group, offers an unrivaled hybrid of specialized services by combining the disciplines of security and risk management with an unequalled special operations and intelligence perspective.

We are looking to hire an experienced, detail oriented, and proactive Mid-Level Industrial Security Specialist to support the administration and execution of the company’s industrial security program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personnel security, security clearance processing, and compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and other applicable government security requirements.

This position will work closely with the Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage personnel security actions, maintain security records, support inspections and compliance activities, and assist with physical and information security requirements.

The Mid Level Security Specialist will be responsible for the following:

• Process and review background investigation requests through the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) electronic application (eApp),Defense Information System for Security (DISS), including reviewing SF-86 forms and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Initiate, monitor, and track personnel security clearance actions, including initial investigations, reinvestigations, reciprocity requests, and other applicable clearance processing requirements.
• Prepare correspondence and requests to federal agencies regarding personnel security investigations, clearance statuses, and other security related matters.
• Serve as the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), if designated, supporting classified information system authorization, cybersecurity compliance, security documentation, and incident response activities in accordance with applicable government requirements.
• Assist with the preparation, coordination, and execution of security inspections, self assessments, and compliance reviews, including tracking corrective actions and maintaining inspection readiness.
• Provide security guidance and assistance to employees to ensure compliance with federal security regulations, contractual requirements, and company security policies.
• Coordinate and conduct initial, annual, and recurring security training, briefings, indoctrinations, and debriefings, as authorized.
• Assist with identifying, documenting, investigating, and reporting security incidents, violations, and potential security concerns in accordance with established procedures.
• Independently manage assigned security responsibilities from initiation through completion, ensuring timely execution, accurate documentation, and appropriate follow up without repeated direction.
• Support the administration and maintenance of physical security measures, including building access control systems, visitor management, and access authorization procedures.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing security policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal security guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and current security records, databases, personnel files, and tracking systems, ensuring timely follow up and resolution of outstanding security actions.
• Monitor suspense dates, identify potential processing delays, and proactively communicate security related issues and recommendations to the FSO.
• Support the FSO in managing and maintaining compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), and other applicable government security requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in personnel security, industrial security, or a related government security discipline.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing Personnel Security Questionnaires (SF-86), background investigation documentation, and supporting security records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Hands on experience utilizing government security systems, including DISS, NISS, NBIS/eApp, and NCAISS.
• Working knowledge of NISPOM requirements, personnel security processes, and applicable federal security regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees, management, clients, and government representatives.
• Ability to independently manage multiple security actions, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain accurate records in a fast paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive personnel and business information with discretion.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem solving skills, and ability to identify process improvements and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment and periodic random drug screenings in accordance with company policy and applicable requirements.

Required Security Clearance:

• TS/SCI

Preferred Requirements:

• TS/SCI W/Polygraph

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time looking at a computer screen.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Frequent use of hands for typing, handling paperwork, and operating office security equipment
• Ability to see, hear, and speak clearly to communicate effectively

Patriot Group International Inc. is a global mission support service provider with expeditionary capabilities, providing services to select clients within the intelligence, defense, and private sectors. PGI is a veteran owned and operated privately owned company which conducts business in over 30 countries, on six continents, including austere and high treat environments. PGI continuously ranked in the Top 3 of The Virginia Business Magazine Best Places to Work for the last six years.

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