Security Specialist

Peraton; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Security Specialist in Linthicum, MD to administer and coordinate DC3 security programs, ensuring DoD policy compliance. You will handle personnel, information, physical, and industrial security for classified processing and support staff with security education programs.

Requirements include active TS/SCI clearance and 8+ years of related experience or equivalent. Proficiency with DISS/NBIS and security systems is expected.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Knowledge of Federal/DoD security policies.
• Experience with security program administration.
• Ability to manage security documents and staff guidance.

Responsibilities

• Executes administration and coordination of security programs with minimal supervision.
• Ensures compliance with security standards and provides guidance on all admin functions.
• Provides administrative security support for handling of classified materials.
• Manages document control and security clearance processes.
• Reviews applications for security clearances and renewals.
• Maintains physical security procedures for visitors, badges and facilities.
• Develops security briefings and education programs.
• Oversees protection of classified and proprietary information.
• Prepares and transmits visitor certifications and related paperwork.
• Operates DISS, NBIS, and other security systems and CE programs.

Skills

Security clearance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD or higher with 3 years exp alternative

Tools

DISS

NBIS

CCTV Software

Access Control Software

Intrusion Detection Systems

FVS

JWICS/SIPR workstations

Scattered Castles

RAT

Microsoft Tools

CDSE Account

Document Control Software

Job description

Security Specialist

Job Locations: US-MD-Linthicum

Requisition ID: 2025-157683

Position Category: Real Estate and Facilities

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI

Responsibilities

• Executes administration and coordination of DC3 security programs to ensure compliance with Department of Defense and DC3 security policies and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Ensures compliance with security standards and provides guidance and support to staff members concerning all security administrative functions such as personnel security, information and system security, COMSEC, physical security and Industrial Security for the processing of DD FM 254s.
• Provides administrative security support associated with the receipt, distribution, inventory, reproduction, and disposition of classified material.
• Experience administering Document Control program.
• Reviews applications for security clearances and clearance renewals.
• Administers and maintains physical security procedures for visitor control, employee identification and safeguard of company facilities, equipment, materials, and employee property.
• Develops and conducts security briefings and security education programs.
• Provides oversight for programs for the protection of classified information as well as proprietary information.
• Assists with preparation, transmittal, and receipt of visitor certifications.
• Process incoming VARs via DISS or other transmissions.
• Experience administering DISS (Defense Information System for Security), (NBIS) National Background Investigation Services, and e-QIP as well as Continuous Enrollment (CE) program.
• Periodically inspects the facility to ensure physical security measures are followed as well as daily EOD checks.
• Contributes to development, review, and disposition of standing operating procedures and continuous improvement initiatives for SCIFs and other TS level requirements.
• Create and processes new hire badges and accesses.
• Assembles new hire packages and training material for incoming personnel.
• Work with Partner Engagement for visitor registration and check in for high level meetings to include foreign visitors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 10+ years of experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master's Degree and 6+ years of experience; OR 3 years with PhD. However, four (4) years of additional relevant experience or specialized training will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Federal and/or DoD security policies and procedures.
• Experience using the following systems: DISS, NBIS, CCTV Software, Access Control Software, Intrusion Detection Systems, FVS (Foreign Visitor System), JWICS/SIPR workstations, Scattered Castles, RAT (Risk Assessment Tool), Microsoft Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.), CDSE Account, and Document Control Software.
• Detail oriented customer service professional.
• Knowledge or experience with SCIF Accreditation preferred.
• Currently have or the ability to obtain DoD SPeD certification within 1 year of program start.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.