Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) – Junior

Contact Government Services, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A prominent government services provider is seeking a Junior Personnel Security Specialist in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will conduct background investigations and manage personnel security clearance processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Qualifications include a maximum of 3 years of relevant experience and an active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance. This role offers a competitive salary between $42,000 and $85,000 and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance.

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 and operational efficiency.

Skills

Background investigations

Collaboration

Operational analysis

Documentation development

Job description

Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) – Junior

Work Location: Washington, DC

Employment Type: Full‑Time, Junior‑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 up to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

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

Salary: $42,000 - $85,000 a year

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