Security Specialist - General (Mid-level)

Prosync; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Continuing education benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Flexible work options

Job summary

ProSync is seeking a Mid-Level General Security Specialist to support security operations across DoD and IC programs. The role focuses on compliance, risk management, and operational security while guiding personnel in line with government directives.

The candidate should have DoD experience and active certifications. Responsibilities include managing security records, processing clearances, conducting audits, and delivering training.

Qualifications

• Three or more years in security operations and compliance.
• Experience in DoD/government environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply security regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support personnel, physical, industrial, information, and program security operations.
• Administer security processes, records, and compliance requirements.
• Review, interpret, and apply applicable security policies and directives.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Coordinate security actions with government customers and stakeholders.
• Deliver security briefings and policy guidance to personnel.
• Prepare security reports and metrics for leadership.

Skills

Security operations

DoD environments

Security compliance

Risk management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree + 4 yrs

Tools

IAT IAM Level II

SFPC/PSC

Job description

*This opportunity is currently in the proposal phase and is set to be awarded in early 2027.* ProSync is seeking a passionate Mid-Level General Security Specialist to support and execute comprehensive security operations across Department of Defense and Intelligence Community programs. This position serves as a key contributor to security compliance, risk management, and operational security efforts while supporting personnel, physical, industrial, information, and program security requirements. The ideal candidate can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and provide security guidance to program personnel while ensuring compliance with government directives and security regulations. ProSync Technology Group, LLC (ProSync) is an award-winning, SDVOSB Defense Contracting company with a strong military heritage and a record of excellence in supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. If you have prior military service or government contracting experience, are proud to serve and support our nation, and want to help support ProSync's mission to "Define and Redefine the State of Possible,".

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform security functions supporting personnel, physical, industrial, information, and program security operations.
• Independently administer and maintain security processes, records, and compliance requirements.
• Review, interpret, and apply applicable security policies, regulations, and government directives.
• Conduct security inspections, self-assessments, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Analyze security issues and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
• Manage clearance processing activities, access determinations, visit requests, and security documentation.
• Support classified meetings, secure facilities, and controlled information handling activities.
• Coordinate security actions with government customers, program management, and mission stakeholders.
• Assist with the development and implementation of security procedures, operating instructions, and internal controls.
• Support investigations, incident reporting, and security violation reviews.
• Deliver security briefings, awareness training, and policy guidance to personnel.
• Prepare security reports, metrics, and status updates for leadership and government customers.

REQUIREMENTS

• Three (3) or more years of experience supporting security operations, compliance programs, government security functions, or related disciplines.
• Experience working within DoD, government, military, or Intelligence Community environments.
• Knowledge of personnel security, physical security, information security, industrial security, or related security disciplines.
• Ability to independently interpret and apply security regulations and policies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must obtain or maintain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) or Physical Security Certification (PSC) within one year of hire.
• Must hold an active IAT/IAM Level II certification. (i.e. Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, CCSP, etc.)
• A minimum Top Secret security clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility is required to be considered for this position.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (OR) an Associate's Degree plus 4 years of additional relevant work experience may be substituted. In lieu of a degree, 6 years of additional relevant work experience may be substituted.

JOIN PROSYNC AND ENJOY OUR GREAT BENEFITS!

Compensation

We offer sign on bonuses! We also offer bonuses that are awarded quarterly to our employees and our compensation rates are highly competitive.

Health & Retirement

We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include an employee assistance program for those difficult times or when you need to take care of your mental health.

Education

Individual growth is a priority at ProSync. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so they can get their degree or that next certification they need to propel them to the next level.

Work/Life Balance

A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at ProSync, but it's also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything else you want to develop in your personal life. We offer generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays a year. ProSync also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.