Personnel Security Specialist – Special Access Programs

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Administer personnel security programs supporting DoW and industrial security requirements .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering personnel security programs, including managing clearance statuses and processing security actions. Proficient in utilizing personnel security tools and maintaining compliance with government security requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Personnel Security AdministrationPAR ProcessingDISS UsageTop Secret ClearanceAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Personnel Security Record MaintenanceSCI NominationsIndoctrinationsDebriefingsSecurity Training Records ManagementCompliance ReviewAccess AuthorizationSOP DevelopmentData AnalysisReport Preparation

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationExcellent OrganizationAttention to DetailFollow-Through

Tools & Technologies

Scattered CastlesMicrosoft OfficeExcelWordPowerPointSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Top Secret ClearanceSCI Eligibility

Industry Keywords

DoWIntelligence CommunitySAP Personnel Security ProcessesGovernment Security ComplianceAdverse Information Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer personnel security programs supporting DoW and industrial security requirements
Track and maintain clearance status, SAP access, security training records, PIFs, and visit authorization requests/certifications
Support government security teams with PAR processing, SCI nominations, indoctrinations, debriefings, and related personnel security actions
Review, process, and track PAR packages and other personnel security actions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
Make initial eligibility determinations using DISS, Scattered Castles, and other personnel security tools
Provide recommendations supporting government access decisions
Maintain personnel security records, questionnaires, PIAs, debrief documentation, and other access-related files
Conduct annual personnel security reviews and support corrective actions
Develop, update, and maintain Personnel Security SOPs and process documentation
Provide personnel security guidance, onboarding/orientation support, refresher training, and briefings
Liaise with DoW, IC, and customer security offices
Manage access rosters and prepare reports for government leadership
Support reporting related to adverse information, foreign travel, and continuous evaluation requirements
Resolve personnel security issues, discrepancies, and administrative actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
5+ years of relevant DoW or Intelligence Community security experience, with a strong focus on personnel security
Hands-on experience with PAR processing, SCI nomination packages, indoctrinations and debriefings, and personnel security record maintenance
Knowledge of DoW, DoN, and/or IC SCI and SAP personnel security processes
Experience using DISS, Scattered Castles, and other government personnel security systems/databases
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits for employees and dependents
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Employee ownership