Personnel Security Specialist

Defense Health Agency; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Defense Health Agency in Falls Church, VA seeks a security-focused professional to initiate personnel security clearance background investigations and prepare clearance verification memorandums. The role requires eligibility for a Top Secret clearance and on-site work with potential telework eligibility as noted by policy.

The position offers a competitive salary range aligned with federal standards and a closing application date of 2026-11-12.

Qualifications

• Security-related background required or preferred.
• Top Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate personnel security clearance background investigations and submit security clearance verification memorandums to ensure compliance with national security policies.

Job description

About the Position: This position supports the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Administration Security Division, Continuous Vetting Branch, and is located in Falls Church, VA. This is not a virtual/remote position. You must live within or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the identified duty location (Falls Church, VA).

Key Responsibilities

Initiate personnel security clearance background investigations and submit security clearance verification memorandums to ensure compliance with national security policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Defense Health Agency, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-08 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov