Security Specialist (2026-0167)

Acclaim Technical Services; Hanover (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services in Hanover, MD, is seeking a Security Specialist with TS/SCI clearance and Poly to support collateral‑level security and SCI programs. You will thrive in a fast‑paced environment and build high‑trust partnerships with management and security teams.

As our Security Specialist, you will administer routine intelligence and personnel security tasks, complete SF‑86 and nomination packages, coordinate with customer security representatives, manage access control and facility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus security-related experience.
• 2–5 years of personnel security experience.
• Experience with DISS, NISS, eApp, and SIMS preferred.
• Experience handling classified materials up to TS/SCI.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in U.S. Government, Intelligence, or contractor security management.

Responsibilities

• Follow NISPOM, ICD, and other regulations to administer routine intelligence and industrial security programs.
• Support collateral-level security and SCI programs.
• Complete SF-86, SCI customer nomination packages, DD-254 packages, and prepare/approve visit access requests (VARs).
• Perform clearance checks using DISS, NCAISS, NISS, and coordinate with customer security representatives.
• Conduct access control management and facility badge coordination; protect classified information and monitor security procedures across personnel, physical, and administrative systems.
• Lead customer and corporate security briefings, investigate losses and violations, recommend corrective actions, and update company security documents.
• Demonstrate flexibility to transition between tasks and be available for various duties as needed.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Security programs

SF-86

DISS/NISS

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language, operations, and technology services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, a rarity in our sector, and ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms.

We are actively hiring a Security Specialist with TS/SCI clearance and Poly. The position is based in Hanover, MD and offers a hybrid work option after ramp‑up.

As our Security Specialist

You will administer and implement collateral‐level security programs and sensitive compartmented information (SCI) programs for ATS. You should be well versed in routine aspects of intelligence and personnel security, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and build high‑trust partnerships with management and security teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow NISPOM, ICD, and other government regulations to administer routine aspects of intelligence and industrial security programs.
• Support collateral‑level security programs and SCI programs.
• Complete SF‑86, SCI customer nomination packages, DD‑254 packages, and prepare/approve visit access requests (VARs). Perform clearance checks using DISS, NCAISS, NISS, and coordinate with customer security representatives.
• Conduct access control management and facility badge coordination; protect classified information and monitor security procedures across personnel, physical, and administrative systems.
• Lead customer and corporate security briefings, investigate losses and violations, recommend corrective actions, and update company security documents.
• Demonstrate flexibility to transition between tasks and be available for various duties as needed.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus security‑related experience.
• 2–5 years of personnel security experience.
• Experience with DISS, NISS, eApp, and SIMS preferred.
• Experience handling, storing, transmitting, and transporting classified materials up to and including TS and SCI.
• Knowledge of developing security plans and OPSEC procedures.
• Experience in personnel security, document, and visitor control.
• Strong written and oral communication skills at all staff levels.
• Experience in U.S. Government, Intelligence, or contractor security management.
• Excellent attention to detail and teamwork.
• Self‑starter able to take initiative in a fast‑paced, agile environment.
• Adaptability to changing security landscapes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Well organized, independent, yet strong team player.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and multitask across initiatives.

DESIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• FSO certification or the ability to obtain it within six months.
• Self‑motivated and results‑oriented.

Pay Range: The final salary will be determined by factors such as location, contract wages, experience, skills, education, and certifications. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits, and learning opportunities. Employees can take advantage of a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time‑off options.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their disability or veteran status.