Security Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Security Specialist to support our Army customer across the Pacific. You will apply security expertise to safeguard intelligence activities, manage clearances, and ensure compliance with DoD, Army, and IC directives.

This role collaborates with military and government partners to maintain audit readiness, protect sensitive facilities, and advise on classification, access control, and security training. TS/SCI clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing security requirements within DoD collateral, SCI, or SAP environments
• Experience with DoD security systems or databases such as DISS or ACCS
• Experience in Personnel Security, Information Security, Industrial Security, or Physical Security
• Experience providing guidance on classification, handling, storage, transmission, and destruction of classified materials
• Knowledge of clearance processes and requirements along with Security Awareness, Training, and Education (SATE) methods
• Knowledge of SCIF operations, access control procedures, security management practices, and inspection requirements
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED and 9+ years of experience in a professional work environment, Associate's degree and 7+ years of experience in a professional work environment, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in a professional work environment

Responsibilities

• Process and validate personnel security clearances
• Maintain security records
• Manage visitor access
• Contribute to audit readiness and security initiatives
• Support ongoing security programs and procedures

Skills

DoD security

Security systems (DISS/ACCS)

Personnel security

Physical security

SCIF operations

TS/SCI clearance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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As a Security Specialist supporting our Army customer, you will play a vital role in safeguarding intelligence activities and enabling Army operations across the Pacific. You’ll apply your security expertise to enhance regional readiness, strengthen operational effectiveness, and advance national security priorities.

As part of our customer’s Special Security Office team, you will deliver comprehensive security, administrative, and operational support to ensure the protection, accountability, and compliance of sensitive facilities and programs across the command. Working closely with military, government civilian, and industry counterparts, you will leverage your knowledge of personnel, physical, and information security to inform decisions, optimize processes, and maintain adherence to DoD, Army, and Intelligence Community directives.

You will process and validate personnel security clearances, maintain security records, manage visitor access, and serve as a key point of contact for individuals requiring guidance on security procedures. You will contribute to audit readiness, support ongoing security initiatives, and help sustain a strong and resilient security posture for one of the Army’s most strategically important commands.

At Booz Allen, you’ll join a team that values mission impact, collaboration, and continuous professional growth while supporting critical operations across the Pacific theater. You’ll identify new opportunities to build and implement solutions to meet your customer’s needs

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience managing security requirements within DoD collateral, SCI, or SAP environments
• Experience with DoD security systems or databases such as DISS or ACCS
• Experience in Personnel Security, Information Security, Industrial Security, or Physical Security
• Experience providing guidance on classification, handling, storage, transmission, and destruction of classified materials
• Knowledge of clearance processes and requirements along with Security Awareness, Training, and Education (SATE) methods
• Knowledge of SCIF operations, access control procedures, security management practices, and inspection requirements
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED and 9+ years of experience in a professional work environment, Associate's degree and 7+ years of experience in a professional work environment, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in a professional work environment

Nice If You Have:

• Experience providing constructive, tactful, and discreet security guidance at all organizational level
• Knowledge of Army Regulations, DoD Manuals, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related security policies
• Ability to apply strong attention to detail and manage multiple, shifting priorities
• Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively with teams, stakeholders, and government clients
• Security-related certifications provided via the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Security Specialist

As a Security Specialist supporting our Army customer, you will play a vital role in safeguarding intelligence activities and enabling Army operations across the Pacific. You’ll apply your security expertise to enhance regional readiness, strengthen operational effectiveness, and advance national security priorities.

As part of our customer’s Special Security Office team, you will deliver comprehensive security, administrative, and operational support to ensure the protection, accountability, and compliance of sensitive facilities and programs across the command. Working closely with military, government civilian, and industry counterparts, you will leverage your knowledge of personnel, physical, and information security to inform decisions, optimize processes, and maintain adherence to DoD, Army, and Intelligence Community directives.

You will process and validate personnel security clearances, maintain security records, manage visitor access, and serve as a key point of contact for individuals requiring guidance on security procedures. You will contribute to audit readiness, support ongoing security initiatives, and help sustain a strong and resilient security posture for one of the Army’s most strategically important commands.

At Booz Allen, you’ll join a team that values mission impact, collaboration, and continuous professional growth while supporting critical operations across the Pacific theater. You’ll identify new opportunities to build and implement solutions to meet your customer’s needs

Join us. The world can’t wait.

The Opportunity:

As a Security Specialist supporting our Army customer, you will play a vital role in safeguarding intelligence activities and enabling Army operations across the Pacific. You’ll apply your security expertise to enhance regional readiness, strengthen operational effectiveness, and advance national security priorities.

As part of our customer’s Special Security Office team, you will deliver comprehensive security, administrative, and operational support to ensure the protection, accountability, and compliance of sensitive facilities and programs across the command. Working closely with military, government civilian, and industry counterparts, you will leverage your knowledge of personnel, physical, and information security to inform decisions, optimize processes, and maintain adherence to DoD, Army, and Intelligence Community directives.

You will process and validate personnel security clearances, maintain security records, manage visitor access, and serve as a key point of contact for individuals requiring guidance on security procedures. You will contribute to audit readiness, support ongoing security initiatives, and help sustain a strong and resilient security posture for one of the Army’s most strategically important commands.

At Booz Allen, you’ll join a team that values mission impact, collaboration, and continuous professional growth while supporting critical operations across the Pacific theater. You’ll identify new opportunities to build and implement solutions to meet your customer’s needs

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience managing security requirements within DoD collateral, SCI, or SAP environments
• Experience with DoD security systems or databases such as DISS or ACCS
• Experience in Personnel Security, Information Security, Industrial Security, or Physical Security
• Experience providing guidance on classification, handling, storage, transmission, and destruction of classified materials
• Knowledge of clearance processes and requirements along with Security Awareness, Training, and Education (SATE) methods
• Knowledge of SCIF operations, access control procedures, security management practices, and inspection requirements
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED and 9+ years of experience in a professional work environment, Associate's degree and 7+ years of experience in a professional work environment, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in a professional work environment

Nice If You Have:

• Experience providing constructive, tactful, and discreet security guidance at all organizational level
• Knowledge of Army Regulations, DoD Manuals, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related security policies
• Ability to apply strong attention to detail and manage multiple, shifting priorities
• Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively with teams, stakeholders, and government clients
• Security-related certifications provided via the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.