Program Security Specialist

ENSCO, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

ENSCO, Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Security Specialist to support the Government team at the Kirtland AFB location.

The role requires a U.S. citizen with SECRET clearance, a bachelor’s degree, and 5+ years in security, including classified environments. You will manage visit requests, assist background investigations, and ensure compliance with security protocols and adjudicative determinations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of experience supporting security, preferably at a Government facility.
• Experience in administrative processes and document management within classified environments.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with a DOD or equivalent (DOE) SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE.

Responsibilities

• Support security processes and visits at government facility.
• Review and process visit requests for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist background investigations and suitability determinations for federal employment.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with security protocols.

Skills

Security clearance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Government experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

Job description
ENSCO Inc is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science and advanced technology solutions that guarantee mission success, safety, and security to governments and private industries worldwide. We are seeking an experienced Program Security Specialist to support the Government team to provide support in cradle to grave efforts in areas such as:

• Supporting facilities and security functions at the Kirtland AFB location.
• Ensuring that applicable security protocols are followed for visits and daily operations of facility space in support of government customer.
• Communicate changes in security processes or procedures to teams working within the facility.
• Support government team in investigation reports and continuous monitoring efforts.
• Checking visit requests for completeness and accuracy and contacts the Security Manager, Supervisor, points of contact at the serviced units, and/or the individual subject of the background/clearance investigation for any questions or corrections that are required.
• Ensure investigative scoping items are met, personal identifying data and investigative questionnaire information is accurate and complete.
• Ensure all investigative files are available prior to reviewing and rendering a suitability adjudicative/determination in accordance with suitability guidance and guidelines.
• Ensure all systems of record accurately reflect the suitability adjudicative determination.
• Receive, review, and submit requests for personnel clearances for serviced civilian, contractor, and military
• Assist the review of personnel security background investigations and other source documents that determine suitability, fitness, for federal employment, and other credentialing decisions.
• General Services Administration Security Container Custodian in accordance with 18 CFR 3a.61.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• 5+ years of experience supporting security, preferably at a Government facility.
• Experience supporting administrative processes and document management within classified environments.
• Experience working effectively with government and contractor personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• MUST HAVE AT A MINIMUM, a DOD or equivalent (DOE) SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE, FOR WHICH YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN.

Required Certifications: None
U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Security Clearance Required: Secret
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment
Drug Screen Required: None
Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: Yes

Salary Range

$91,500 - $115,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here .

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visitensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability