Security Specialist – Administrative

Armada Ltd; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMADA is seeking a Security Specialist - Administrative in Arlington, VA to support GENSEC, INDUSEC, NFOSEC, PERSEC and PHYSEC programs, safeguarding classified and CUI information and coordinating across multiple security domains.

The role requires 10+ years of experience and a Master’s degree in a relevant field (or a BA with 4 additional years). You will maintain records, interpret security policies, and liaise with program offices and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with government security disciplines across multiple domains.
• Ability to interpret security policies and support administrative processes.
• Proven track record in maintaining accurate security records and logs.

Responsibilities

• Assist GENSEC with management of cross-domain security issues.
• Support INDUSEC in safeguarding classified, CUI, and ITAR information.
• Provide admin support for NFOSEC and maintain documentation.
• Track security eligibility and personnel vetting actions for PERSEC.
• Coordinate measures to prevent unauthorized access to people and assets.
• Maintain security logs, correspondence, and process documentation.
• Coordinate with security personnel, program offices, and external stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings, track actions, and help implement guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Government security disciplines

Record-keeping & admin docs

Policy interpretation

Cross-domain coordination

Protective measures

Education

Master's Degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree + 4 years' experience

Job description

Security Specialist - Administrative

Type: Full Time

Location: Arlington, Virgina

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Security Specialist - Administrative will support GENSEC activities by assisting with the management of general security issues that may cross multiple security domains.
• The Security Specialist - Administrative assists with INDUSEC responsibilities by helping safeguard classified, controlled unclassified, ITAR, and proprietary information handled under the National Industrial Security Program.
• Provide administrative support for NFOSEC by maintaining documentation and processes that protect classified and CUI information across program activities.
• Support PERSEC functions by helping track and document security eligibility requirements and personnel vetting actions.
• Assist PHYSEC efforts by coordinating measures that prevent unauthorized access to personnel, facilities, and sensitive materials.
• Maintain accurate security records, logs, correspondence, and process documentation to support compliance across all security disciplines.
• Coordinate with security personnel, program offices, and external stakeholders to support daily security operations and administrative requirements.
• The Security Specialist - Administrative participates in meetings, track actions, and assist in implementing security guidelines and procedures across the program.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of Government security disciplines including general security, industrial security, information security, personnel security, and physical security requirements.
• Skilled in maintaining organized records, logs, and administrative documentation that support multi-disciplinary security programs.
• Ability to interpret security policies, assist personnel with security processes, and ensure consistent administrative support across domains.
• Skilled in coordinating security activities, supporting compliance tasks, and communicating effectively with security personnel and program stakeholders.
• Ability to assist in implementing protective measures that safeguard information, personnel, facilities, and program materials.

Minimum/General Experience

• At least 10 years of relevant work experience.

Minimum Education

• Master's Degree in relevant field; or a bachelor's degree and 4 additional years of relevant work experience.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position.

Special Notes

Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.