Security Support Assistant

Kids for the Future; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

DJS Financial Services is seeking a detail-oriented Security Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to a Security and Facilities Directorate in a federal contracting environment. The role focuses on maintaining security records, supporting access and credentialing activities, and ensuring compliance with government requirements.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive information while working in a

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization.
• Active security clearance required.
• Experience in federal government or government contracting.
• At least two years in administrative, security, credentialing, or access-control roles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to Security and Facilities Directorate.
• Maintain security records and assist with credentialing processes.
• Support access control, badge issuance, and door/safe updates.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and briefings; conduct file audits.
• Coordinate with program management to implement security requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive materials appropriately.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Record keeping

Discretion

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

4 Year Degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

• Location Confidential,Arlington, VA, 22202,United States
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Description

DJS Financial Services is seeking a detail-oriented Security Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to a Security and Facilities Directorate in a federal contracting environment. The Security Assistant will help maintain security records, support access and credentialing activities, assist with personnel and physical security processes, and ensure compliance with applicable government and agency requirements.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Security and Facilities Directorate.
• Gather, organize, and maintain information related to industrial and personnel security programs.
• Develop, establish, and maintain office procedures, files, and records.
• Assist with developing, maintaining, and implementing security policies and procedures in accordance with government and agency regulations.
• Support access and clearance administration, including issuing and tracking badges and coordinating updates to door and safe combinations.
• Maintain security-related documents, personnel records, contracts, briefings, and other sensitive materials.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, briefings, and other documentation.
• Conduct self-inspections and audits of security files and documents.
• Coordinate with program management and other functional areas to ensure security requirements are properly implemented.
• Serve as a liaison for customers and matters involving restricted areas.
• Track and maintain security databases and records, including eligibility information for U.S. citizens.
• Support credentialing and physical-access control processes.
• Assist with suitability adjudications and visitor authorization requests.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization to perform services under a federal contract.
• Must possess an active security clearance.
• Previous experience working in a federal government or government-contracting environment.
• At least two years of relevant administrative, security, credentialing, personnel security, physical security, or access-control experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to follow established procedures and apply security regulations appropriately.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in security management, criminal justice, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Five or more years of relevant security or federal government experience.
• Experience supporting industrial security, personnel security, credentialing, suitability, or physical-access control programs.
• Experience conducting security-file audits or self-inspections.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and situational-awareness skills.
• Demonstrated customer service and conflict-resolution abilities.

Summary

DJS Financial Services offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Paid federal holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DJS Financial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

DJS Financial Services is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans throughout the application and employment process. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position may contact the Human Resources Department.

This position is contingent upon the candidate's ability to satisfy all applicable federal contract requirements, including citizenship, security-clearance, background-investigation, and access requirements.