PERSEC Security Specialist/Remote

Job Title

PERSEC Security Specialist (Personnel Security Specialist)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented PERSEC Security Specialist to manage and support personnel security (PERSEC) operations, security clearance processing, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to government and organizational security policies while supporting employee onboarding, investigations, access eligibility, and security program administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage personnel security clearance requests, renewals, upgrades, and reinvestigations.
• Maintain accurate security records and databases related to personnel security activities.
• Coordinate background investigations, fingerprinting, and onboarding security requirements.
• Review and validate security documentation for completeness and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with government security regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Support access control and eligibility determinations for classified or sensitive information.
• Conduct security briefings, debriefings, and security awareness activities.
• Track clearance statuses and maintain reporting metrics.
• Coordinate with government agencies, HR, program managers, and internal security teams.
• Assist with audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Investigate and document security incidents or violations related to personnel security.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive employee and security information.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
  • Personnel security processes
  • Security clearance procedures
  • Government security regulations and standards
  • Classified information handling requirements
• Experience working with security databases and case management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Criminal Justice
  • Homeland Security
  • Information Security
  • Business Administration
  • Related field
• Familiarity with systems such as:
  • DISS
  • NBIS
  • e-QIP/eApp
• Knowledge of security frameworks and federal compliance standards.
• Prior experience supporting government or defense environments preferred.

Certifications (Preferred)

• ASIS International CPP
• NCMS ISP Certification
• CompTIA Security+