Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) – Journeyman

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) in Washington, DC is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist at the journeyman level. The candidate will conduct background investigations, manage security clearance processes, and collaborate with teams to improve operations. A minimum of 3 to 10 years of relevant experience and an active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance are required. This full-time position is crucial for ensuring compliance and operational efficiency in administrative and logistics support.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 to 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct background investigations and manage security clearance processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Analyze operational challenges and recommend improvements.
  • Develop documentation and reports supporting mission objectives.
  • Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Skills

Background investigation
Collaboration
Operational analysis
Documentation
Compliance support

Job description

Overview

Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) - Journeyman

Location: Washington, DC

Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level

Department: Administrative and Logistics Support

Responsibilities
  • Conduct background investigations and manage personnel security clearance processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Analyze operational challenges and recommend improvements.
  • Develop documentation, reports, and deliverables supporting mission objectives.
  • Support continuous improvement, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 3 to 10 years of relevant experience
  • Active DoD Top Secret/SCI
EEO and Compliance

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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