Top Secret Cleared Security Specialist (On-Site)

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Security Specialist to support day-to-day physical security operations for a cleared facility in Washington, D.C. The role requires active TS clearance and 2+ years of experience in classified environments.

You will coordinate with corporate security, program teams, IT, and facilities to ensure NISPOM compliance, conduct security inspections, manage access control, and support DCSA assessments while maintaining logs and incident documentation.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with an active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Ability to work at Maritime Plaza in Washington, D.C. full-time, up to 5 days per week.
• 2+ years of experience supporting classified environments as a Security Specialist within a cleared contractor or government environment.
• Knowledge of the NISPOM, Traditional Physical Security STIG requirements, and general classified material handling procedures.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to follow established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an on-site security POC for a cleared off-site facility supporting classified secure areas, communications, and programs.
• Implement and enforce physical security controls for classified areas, secure rooms, and restricted spaces.
• Manage access control, visitor processing, badging, and escort procedures.
• Conduct opening/closing procedures, security checks, and end of the day inspections.
• Ensure proper safeguarding, storage, and handling of classified materials in coordination with program and IT staff.
• Respond to and document security incidents, infractions, or violations; support inquiries and investigations as required.
• Maintain compliance with NISPOM, DCSA guidance, customer guidance, and company SPP.
• Support DCSA assessments, self-inspections, and internal audits on an as needed basis.
• Track and remediate findings and corrective actions in coordination with the FSO.
• Act as the local security liaison with corporate security, FSOs, ISSMs, Facilities, IT, and program leadership.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for security briefings, trainings, and inspections.
• Assist with classified meetings, including clearance verification.
• Provide rotational support to other cleared facilities as needed.
• Support enterprise-wide security initiatives and best practices.
• Maintain IDS monitoring logs, response, access rosters, and visitor control procedures.
• Create badges for employees and contractors working at facility.
• Assist with clearance verification, visit certifications, and access eligibility validation for employees and visitors.
• Serve as a security point of contact for OSA-related issues.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Top Secret clearance

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Security Specialist to support day-to-day physical security operations for a cleared facility in Washington, D.C. The role requires active TS clearance and 2+ years of experience in classified environments.

You will coordinate with corporate security, program teams, IT, and facilities to ensure NISPOM compliance, conduct security inspections, manage access control, and support DCSA assessments while maintaining logs and incident documentation.