Security Admin 1 - Tysons, VA with Security Clearance

Overview About M.C. Dean: M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission‑critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. The headquarters are in Tysons, Virginia. Clearance Requirement Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility. Active clearance within the last 24 months preferred. No DoD reciprocal clearances are considered after verification. Responsibilities The Security Administrator I will collaborate with members of the Corporate Security Team to ensure compliance with DoD and Intelligence Community program security directives. This role offers an excellent opportunity to begin a career within the National Industrial Security Base while gaining the experience and knowledge needed to build a specialized and highly sought‑after career path. The Security Administrator will report directly to the Corporate Facility Security Officer (FSO). Serve as an escort within restricted spaces. Review and update access control system. Ensure employee and visitor credentials are issued and monitored. Prepare and process visit authorization requests/letters (VARs/VALs). Perform PerSec (Personnel Security) administrative functions, including initiating background investigations for positions of classified suitability, serving as the ACPSO (Assistant Contract Program Security Officer), supporting pre‑employment and continuous evaluation vetting, and supporting citizenship verifications. Provide DISS administrative support including submit visit authorization, in‑process, indoctrinate, debrief, out‑process employees, submit CSRs, and generate reports. Communicate status updates to the FSO, program leaders and employees undergoing suitability determinations. Perform security briefings/debriefings. Process requests for special accesses. Submit electronic fingerprints through SWFT. Manage document control database (SIMS) for incoming and outgoing classified material, ensuring all classified material is properly accounted for, controlled, transmitted, transported, packaged, safeguarded, and destroyed in accordance with NISPOM and contractual requirements. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in a high‑paced corporate environment. Supports teamwork, partnership and open communication. Executes responsibilities with urgency, sound judgment, and the highest level of ethical and professional standards. Must be flexible, adapt to changes in the work environment and maintain a professional demeanor. Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work well under stress, despite numerous interruptions. Accuracy and attention to detail, critical. Ability to work independently and resolve practical problems. Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone and in writing. Positive “can do” attitude and willingness to “jump in.” Strong multitasking skills. Strong computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications Personnel Security, Government or Industry experience. Working knowledge of DISS, NISS, and ACCS. Understanding of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual. Familiarity with SIMS, Trust Visitor, CURE, and First Advantage. Strong oral, written, and presentation skills and the ability to relay technical information to others. Strong MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills. Experience working in a service center environment. Benefits Competitive salary. Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Paid‑time off. Tuition reimbursement. 401(k) retirement plan. Military Reserve pay offset. Paid maternity leave. Abilities Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. Sitting for extended periods. Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. Finger dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms. Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Identify and understand the speech of another person. #J-18808-Ljbffr Unofficial M.C. Dean