Security Specialist: FBI Liaison & Clearance Admin

Protection Strategies Inc; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

HSA + HRA

Telemedicine

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life and AD&D

Disability Products

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

Commuter Benefits

Financial Advisor

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Protection Strategies Inc. is seeking a Security Specialist to support FBI personnel security programs, manage clearance processing, and coordinate background investigations.

The role requires active Top Secret clearance (SCI access a plus) and experience with NBIS, BEAST, Phoenix, and Sentinel. You will maintain security records, prepare briefings, and ensure compliance with FBI requirements while delivering high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain SCI access.
• Minimum of three years in a security-related field such as personnel/security/physical/computer or network security.
• Experience with government security systems (NBIS, BEAST, Phoenix, Sentinel).
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to deliver security briefings.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, process, and track personnel security background investigations using NBIS, FBI BEAST, Phoenix, and other databases.
• Coordinate with FBI Security Division on investigations, adjudication actions, and Continuous Vetting alerts.
• Maintain accurate records and reports tracking clearance processing and program metrics.
• Prepare routine status reports and provide updates to Technical Points of Contact (POCs).
• Coordinate fingerprint processing and investigations with FBI Headquarters and Field Offices.
• Conduct Security Awareness Briefings (SABs) and debriefings with FBI personnel.
• Upload required security documentation into Phoenix and Sentinel systems.
• Assist personnel with PED registrations and Electronic Communications within Sentinel.
• Maintain current security clearance records and perform follow-ups for timely processing.
• Support contractor personnel throughout the personnel security process with high-quality customer service.
• Provide comprehensive written correspondence and security documentation.
• Provide support as an Access Control Specialist when required.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Security background

Federal security experience

Written and verbal communication

Tools

NBIS

BEAST

Phoenix

Sentinel

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word)

Job description

Protection Strategies Inc. is seeking a Security Specialist to support FBI personnel security programs, manage clearance processing, and coordinate background investigations.

The role requires active Top Secret clearance (SCI access a plus) and experience with NBIS, BEAST, Phoenix, and Sentinel. You will maintain security records, prepare briefings, and ensure compliance with FBI requirements while delivering high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.