TS/SCI Security Officer – Personnel Clearance Expert

Leidos; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced Personnel Security Officer at the Leidos Security Service Center in Chantilly, VA to manage clearance processing for two Intelligence Community agencies and maintain the personnel clearance database. The role requires TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, High School Diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years of related experience, and strong MS Office skills.

Proficiency with SIMS security software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph required at start date.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of IC clearance processing procedures.
• Knowledge of IC government regulations.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• High level of discretion and judgment when handling sensitive personal information.
• Ability to work independently and as a solid team contributor.

Responsibilities

• Manage clearance processing and accesses for two Intelligence Community agencies
• Initiate, track, and document all aspects of personnel security functions for the IC including, but not limited to processing security clearances, reinvestigations, continuous vetting, outgoing visit requests, SOP/EOD coordination, badge renewals
• Collaborate, communicate, and interface with applicants; Security professionals with Leidos; government entities, and customer sites; Program Managers; and Leidos business areas to provide status reports on various requests and activities
• Possess a thorough understanding of the Intelligence Community agencies and their policies/procedures
• Manage reports and maintain the personnel clearance database(s)

Skills

TS/SCI clearance w/ polygraph

IC clearance processing

IC regulations knowledge

MS Office

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

SIMS security software

Job description

Leidos is seeking an experienced Personnel Security Officer at the Leidos Security Service Center in Chantilly, VA to manage clearance processing for two Intelligence Community agencies and maintain the personnel clearance database. The role requires TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, High School Diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years of related experience, and strong MS Office skills.

Proficiency with SIMS security software is preferred.