Personnel Security (PerSec) Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Type: Full Time

Location: Washington DC

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/ CI Poly

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Personnel Security Specialist provide administrative and operational support for personnel security clearance processing and records management. Ensures compliance with Government clearance policies and maintains accurate security documentation to support mission operations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Personnel Security Specialists will process security clearances by collecting, reviewing, submitting, and tracking required documentation
• Maintain personnel security records and update security databases
• Personnel Security Specialists will track clearance status and ensure data accuracy across systems
• Coordinate clearance actions with internal staff and Government stakeholders
• Respond to security-related administrative inquiries and customer service requests
• Personnel Security Specialists will prepare clearance reports, correspondence, and status trackers
• Ensure compliance with clearance policies and regulatory requirements
• Personnel Security Specialists will provide general administrative support to security operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

The Personnel Security Specialists must have the:

• Ability to apply fundamental concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments.
• Understanding of DoD and IC security clearance procedures (Secret, TS/SCI, SAP), documentation requirements, and adjudication processes.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations such as DoD 5200 Series, Executive Orders, and security program instructions.
• Knowledge of maintaining personnel security records, databases, and tracking systems (e.g., JPAS, DISS, or local equivalents).
• Familiarity with standard office procedures, documentation protocols, correspondence, and report preparation.
• Understanding of safeguarding sensitive or classified information and proper handling of security documentation.

Minimum/General Experience:

• 3 - 10 years of relevant experience.

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.