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Personnel Security Specialist - Mid

Serco

Position Description & Qualifications

Looking for an opportunity at a place you can have influence every day? Then Serco has the right opportunity for you!

As the Personnel Security Specialist - Mid, you will provide personnel security support to a Department of Defense customer supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office mission. Bring your personnel security experience, customer focus, and attention to detail to help support security processing, documentation, compliance activities, and security administration requirements.

In this role, you will support critical personnel security programs through the management of documentation, recording, reporting, coordination, and tracking activities. You will work closely with government and contractor personnel to ensure personnel security actions are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining compliance with customer requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a high-visibility DoD mission supporting national defense priorities.

In This Role, You Will

  • Support personnel for security activities, including processing support, documentation review, recordkeeping, and action tracking.

  • Maintain personnel for security trackers, rosters, files, correspondence, and related program documentation.

  • Coordinate with government and contractor personnel to resolve issues and support timely completion of personnel security actions.

  • Support recurring data calls, status reporting, briefings, and meeting preparation related to personnel security.

  • Review personnel security documentation for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with customer requirements.

  • Help identify process improvements and maintain disciplined tracking of sensitive security actions.

  • Support security administration activities within a secure facility environment while maintaining strict attention to detail and confidentiality.

To Be Successful in This Role You Will Have

  • U.S. Citizenship.

  • Bachelor's Degree.

  • Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.

  • Experience supporting personnel security, facility security, access processing, records management, or related Department of Defense security functions.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple stakeholders.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

  • Ability to work on-site in Arlington, Virginia, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

Desired Skills

  • Strong understanding of personnel security processes, security administration, and Department of Defense security requirements.

  • Experience working in secure facilities and supporting sensitive or classified programs.

  • Knowledge of Security Countermeasure environments and security compliance practices.

  • Ability to manage multiple security actions simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Strong organizational, records management, and documentation skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with government and contractor stakeholders.

  • Proficiency in tracking, reporting, and maintaining personnel security data and records.

  • Current active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance preferred.

  • Active Top-Secret clearance with Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility/access highly preferred.

  • Self-motivated team player with strong customer service skills and a continuous process improvement mindset.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Certifications

  • Prior experience working in a secure facility.

  • Prior experience working in a Security Countermeasure environment.

  • Current and active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance preferred.

  • Active Top Secret clearance with Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility/access preferred.

  • Experience supporting the Department of Defense security programs and administration activities.

Clearance Requirements

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

  • Current active Secret clearance preferred.

  • Active Top-Secret clearance preferred.

  • Active Top-Secret clearance with Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility/access is highly preferred.

Additional Information

This position is performed on-site in Arlington, Virginia and requires attendance Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military customers and a passionate Serco team, submit your application for consideration. This opportunity provides the chance to contribute directly to an important national defense mission while working alongside dedicated professionals supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office.

Proposal Notice

Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are seeking 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.

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 identify 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 .

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