Sr. Program Protection Security Specialist

Serco; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco is seeking an experienced Sr. Program Protection Security Specialist to support national security and defense missions.

This on-site role in Arlington, VA requires managing program protection, safeguarding sensitive information, and ensuring compliance with security requirements. You will work with government and contractor teams, develop PPPs and documentation, maintain records in secure facilities, and prepare reports and briefings for leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience managing program protection and security operations in classified environments.
• Proven ability to produce reports, briefings, and tracking documentation for leadership.
• Strong communication with government and contractor personnel.

Responsibilities

• Support Program Protection and security activities for government customers.
• Assist with the development, coordination, and maintenance of Program Protection Plans (PPP) and related documentation.
• Manage and maintain sensitive program documentation and records within secure environments.
• Support administrative processes, document control, and security operations within classified facilities.
• Prepare reports, briefings, presentations, metrics, and tracking spreadsheets for leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with government personnel, contractors, and security representatives to support mission requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security policies, procedures, and program protection requirements.
• Support security countermeasure activities and related protection initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, reviews, inspections, and program security activities as required.
• Travel up to 10%, including CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Skills

Written communication

Security documentation

Stakeholder coordination

Top Secret clearance readiness

Classified environment operations

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco has an opportunity for an experienced Sr. Program Protection Security Specialist supporting critical national security and defense missions. This position provides program protection and security support to military customers in a highly secure environment, ensuring compliance with security requirements and safeguarding sensitive information, technologies, and mission-critical assets.

The successful candidate will work closely with government and contractor personnel to support program protection initiatives, security operations, documentation management, reporting activities, and compliance efforts. This role requires extensive experience operating within classified environments and the ability to support multiple stakeholders while maintaining the highest standards of security and mission execution.

This position is performed on site in Arlington, Virginia, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

In This Role, You Will:

• Support Program Protection and security activities for government customers.
• Assist with the development, coordination, and maintenance of Program Protection Plans (PPP) and related documentation.
• Manage and maintain sensitive program documentation and records within secure environments.
• Support administrative processes, document control, and security operations within classified facilities.
• Prepare reports, briefings, presentations, metrics, and tracking spreadsheets for leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with government personnel, contractors, and security representatives to support mission requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security policies, procedures, and program protection requirements.
• Support security countermeasure activities and related protection initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, reviews, inspections, and program security activities as required.
• Travel up to 10%, including CONUS and OCONUS locations.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Master's degree and 10 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 14 years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience supporting program protection, security operations, classified programs, or related disciplines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to work onsite in Arlington, VA, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.
• Ability to travel up to 10%, including CONUS and OCONUS travel.
• Experience working effectively with government and contractor personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing reports, briefings, presentations, and tracking documentation.

Desired Skills

• Active Secret Clearance preferred.
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SAP experience preferred.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance preferred and utilized within the last two years.
• Prior experience working in a secure facility.
• Prior experience working in a security countermeasure environment.
• Experience supporting administrative processes and document management within classified environments.
• Knowledge of Program Protection Planning (PPP) processes and security best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced mission environment.

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Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government‑issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .