Security Specialist - Personnel & Physical Security

Leidos; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1 400 000 - 2 531 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and security company seeks a Security Specialist in Bloemfontein to provide personnel and physical security support. Responsibilities include managing security programs, conducting indoctrinations, and monitoring personnel systems. Ideal candidates have a TS/SCI clearance, at least 8 years of Security experience, and proficiency in DoD systems. Join a dynamic team dedicated to national security initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• At least 8 years of total Security experience.
• 5+ years of DoD security experience in military environments.
• Knowledge of ICD 704, ICD 705, and DoDM 5105.21 Vols 2 & 3.

Responsibilities

• Administer the 7 AF SCI Personnel and Physical Security Programs.
• Conduct SCI indoctrinations and manage access control.
• Monitor personnel systems for clearance and derogatory information.
• Coordinate escorts and perform regular audits and inspections.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of DoD security practices

Education

Associate's Degree or relevant certifications

Bachelor's degree in a security-related field (preferred)

Tools

DISS

Scattered Castles

Job description

Overview

The Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a Security Specialist to provide comprehensive personnel and physical security support to the 7th Air Force Special Security Office (SSO). This role ensures the protection of sensitive information, personnel, and facilities across the Korean theater, supporting SCI access control, policy development, and compliance oversight. You will process TS//SCI visit access requests, verify clearances, and perform SCI indoctrination on personnel eligible for SCI. You will work with Defense Counter-Intelligence Agency Consolidated Adjudications Services (DCSA CAS) to process SCI eligibility and address derogatory information discovered during investigation/reporting/discovery. This position requires knowledge and understanding of DoD/AF security practices and procedures. This is an exciting opportunity to support our nation in the Pacific.

Responsibilities

• Administer the 7 AF SCI Personnel and Physical Security Programs
• Conduct SCI indoctrinations and manage access control for 7 AF SCI personnel and SCIFs
• Monitor personnel systems (DISS/Scattered Castles) for clearance and derogatory information
• Coordinate escorts, perform regular audits, inspections
• Develop and review SCIF documentation (e.g., FFC, TEMPEST, CSP, MSP)
• Process TS//SCI visit requests and liaise with DCSA CAS for eligibility and adjudication
• Provide training and updates to 7 AF and subordinate personnel
• Support Program Compliance Review (PCR) inspections

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance on day one
• At least 8 years of total Security experience
• 5+ years of DoD security experience in military environments
• Associate’s Degree or additional relevant certifications in lieu of.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and customer service skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and DoD clearance systems (DISS, Scattered Castles)
• Knowledge of ICD 704, ICD 705, and DoDM 5105.21 Vols 2 & 3
• Experience with DIA SCIF authorization processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a security-related field
• SPeD Security Fundamentals Certification
• ICD 705 Site Security Manager (SSM) Certification
• Security Asset Protection Professional Certification
• PMP Certification

EIO2024

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting: For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $80,600.00 - $145,700.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.