Personnel Security Specialist

Position Description & Qualifications Looking for an opportunity at a place where you can have an influence every day? As a Personnel Security Specialist - Jr, you will provide personnel security and administrative support to a Department of Defense customer supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office mission. In this role, you will help maintain personnel security records, track security actions, coordinate with government and contractor personnel, and support reporting requirements. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle sensitive information while supporting mission-critical security operations in a fast-paced environment. In This Role, You Will: Support personnel security activities, including documentation review, records management, tracking, and administrative coordination. Maintain personnel security files, databases, rosters, trackers, and related program documentation. Review personnel security documentation for completeness and accuracy. Coordinate with government, Serco, and contractor personnel to support timely completion of personnel security actions. Track personnel security requests, investigations, clearances, and related actions to ensure deadlines are met. Assist with preparing correspondence, reports, briefings, and status updates related to personnel security activities. Support meeting preparation, data calls, suspense tracking, and recurring reporting requirements. Maintain accurate records in accordance with applicable government regulations, policies, and program requirements. Safeguard sensitive information while maintaining strict confidentiality. Support audits, inspections, compliance reviews, and information requests as required. To Be Successful in This Role You Will Have: U.S. Citizenship. Bachelor's degree required; an associate degree plus four (4) additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Six (6) years of additional experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree. 0-3 years of relevant professional experience supporting personnel security, administration, records management, compliance activities, or related functions. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain accurate records and meet established deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, and Clearance Prior experience working in a secure facility preferred. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Active Top-Secret clearance with Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility or access preferred. Prior experience supporting personnel security, security administration, or related security operations preferred. Ability to work onsite in Arlington, VA, Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Preferred Experience Experience working in a Security Countermeasure environment. Current active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance. Experience supporting Department of Defense personnel security programs and processes. Experience maintaining security files, personnel records, clearance trackers, and related documentation. Experience preparing reports, correspondence, briefings, and administrative documentation. Experience supporting meetings, data calls, and action item tracking. Strong customer service and stakeholder coordination skills. Familiarity with the F-35 Joint Program Office or similar Department of Defense environments is a plus. Work Environment This position is performed on-site in Arlington, VA. Regular attendance during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, is required. Position supports a professional government and contractor team environment. Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded/active. Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process. F-35 JPO Security Support Services 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: . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: View email address on click.appcast.io or call the HR Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, 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 identity 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 does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . 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: . Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr