Senior Personnel Security Specialist

Socket.dev; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Senior Personnel Security (PERSEC) SME to support a dynamic program for a US Government customer. The role involves audits, training, and developing PERSEC plans, with a focus on safeguarding personnel and assets across a long‑running program in the national security space.

You will interact with multiple government agencies and contractors, maintain security records, and drive the clearance process.

Qualifications

• Must hold TS/SCI and Poly to be considered
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
• Minimum 14 years of personnel security experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and government security databases
• Knowledge of Federal security regulations (SEAD 4, NISPOM)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with government leadership
• Proven experience developing and implementing PERSEC security plans and procedures
• Excellent PERSEC investigative and analytical skills
• Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) customers
• Familiarity with clearance processing activities for Government agencies

Responsibilities

• Perform high accuracy data entry and maintain accurate security records and databases
• Communicate with Government agencies, contractors and team members
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Receive, process, and manage NDAs, continuous enrollment forms, and other required documentation
• Communicate effectively with Government agencies and contractors to facilitate the clearance process
• Conduct PERSEC security audits and ensure compliance
• Provide PERSEC security training and awareness to personnel on security topics
• Develop and implement PERSEC Security Plans and procedures
• Monitor and evaluate PERSEC incidents, investigations and reports for improvements
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Poly

MS Office

Security databases

Federal security regs

Communication skills

PERSEC security plans

Investigations

IC experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice / Security Management / related field

Tools

NDAs processing systems

Job description

SAIC is looking for a Senior Personnel Security (PERSEC) subject matter expert (SME) to support a highly dynamic and growing program with one of our US Government customers. You will be a part of a large multi-year contract that supports our customer in systems engineering and integration across a broad portfolio of projects. You will come into a program that enjoys a close working relationship with the customer, bringing exquisite technical expertise to bear on real world problems, helping the customer execute real world missions that impact National Security on a daily basis. This close relationship, along with the program's longevity (20 years), ensures that as a new team member you will find a depth of support to grow and develop that is unmatched, all while making a difference - daily. As a key member of the team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the protection of our organization's personnel and assets. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for security to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform high accuracy data entry and maintain accurate and up-to‑date security records and databases
• Communicate with multiple Government agencies, contractor and team members
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines and be able to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances
• Responsible for receiving, processing, and managing a variety of documents from Government agencies and contractors, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), continuous enrollment forms, and other required documentation
• Communicate effectively with Government agencies and contractors to facilitate the clearance process, address inquiries, and provide updates
• Conduct PERSEC security audits and ensure compliance
• Provide PERSEC security training and awareness to personnel on security related topics
• Develop and implement PERSEC Security Plans and procedures
• Monitor and evaluate PERSEC related incidents, investigations and reports to identify areas for improvement or resolution
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered for the role
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management or related field or equivalent years of experience
• Minimum of 14 years of experience in personnel security or similar role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Government related software and security databases
• Knowledge of Federal security regulations (SEAD 4, NISPOM, etc.)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when engaging with peers and senior level Government leadership
• Proven experience in developing and implementing PERSEC security plans and procedures
• Excellent PERSEC investigative and analytical skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
• Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) customers
• Familiarity with the clearance processing activities for Government agencies

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.