Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) – SME

Contact Government Services, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 83,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A government consulting firm in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) – SME to support mission-critical operations for a federal client. You will conduct background investigations, manage personnel security clearance processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires expertise in personnel security and an active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Recognized subject matter expert with exceptional expertise in personnel security.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance required.

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 management

Cross-functional collaboration

Operational analysis

Documentation development

Compliance support

Job description

Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) – SME

Work Location: Washington, DC

Employment Type: Full-Time, Expert-Level

Department: Administrative and Logistics Support

CGS is seeking a skilled Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS) – SME to support mission‑critical operations for a federal client.

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 Recognized subject matter expert with exceptionalexpertiseand leadership in the field.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI.

$83,000 - $166,000 a year

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.