Top-Secret Security Specialist — National Security Ops

Protection Strategies Incorporated; Quantico (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

HSA + HRA

Telemedicine

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Commuter Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Protection Strategies Inc. is seeking a Security Specialist to support FBI personnel security programs, managing clearance processing and background investigations. The role requires coordinating with FBI divisions, maintaining precise records, and delivering high levels of customer service.

Responsibilities include briefing and debriefing security teams, handling sensitive classifications, and supporting Access Control functions as needed in a fast-paced federal environment.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI access.
• 3+ years in security-related fields such as personnel, industrial, physical, or cyber security.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, process, and track personnel security background investigations using NBIS, FBI BEAST, Phoenix, and other databases.
• Coordinate with FBI Security Division on investigations, adjudication actions, and Continuous Vetting alerts.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on clearance processing, case status, and metrics.
• Prepare routine status reports and brief Technical Points of Contact (POCs).
• Coordinate fingerprint processing, investigations, and security matters with FBI HQ and Field Offices.
• Conduct Security Awareness Briefings (SABs) and debriefings; coordinate activities with FBI personnel.

Skills

Security clearance management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service orientation

Tools

NBIS

BEAST

Phoenix

Sentinel

Job description

Protection Strategies Inc. is seeking a Security Specialist to support FBI personnel security programs, managing clearance processing and background investigations. The role requires coordinating with FBI divisions, maintaining precise records, and delivering high levels of customer service.

Responsibilities include briefing and debriefing security teams, handling sensitive classifications, and supporting Access Control functions as needed in a fast-paced federal environment.