Security Specialist - PERSEC

americansystems· Security Administration
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📍 Arlington, VA, USFULL TIME💰 USD 115K–170K/yr

About this role

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

As The Security Specialist PERSEC, you will:

  • Administer personnel-security actions involving eligibility, access, trust, need-to-know, and associated records in classified environments.
  • Process and track personnel actions, coordinate information in approved Government systems, maintains complete documentation, and support timely decisions affecting workforce access.
  • Work with Government security personnel, supervisors, employees, visitors, and contractor representatives to resolve discrepancies and ensure that indoctrination, debriefing, access, and related personnel-security workflows are completed correctly.
  • Through accurate records, careful handling of sensitive personal information, and consistent application of established procedures, the Security Specialist PERSEC helps ensure that only properly authorized individuals receive and retain access required for mission performance.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Process and track personnel-security actions involving eligibility, access, indoctrination, debriefing, and need-to-know determinations.
  • Maintain accurate personnel-security records and update authorized Government systems with current status information.
  • Review access and personnel packages for completeness, required approvals, supporting documentation, and procedural compliance.
  • Coordinate with Government security personnel, supervisors, employees, and contractor representatives to resolve personnel-security issues.
  • Monitor pending actions, expirations, changes in status, and other conditions that could affect authorized access.
  • Prepare personnel-security reports, rosters, correspondence, briefings, and action documentation.
  • Support audits, inspections, records reviews, and corrective actions involving personnel-security processes.
  • Protect sensitive personnel information and apply approved handling, dissemination, and records-management procedures.

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Qualifications

  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant discipline and 10 years of directly relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus 14 years of directly related work experience.
  • Specialized experience with flag-officer level briefings and senior-level interface
  • Experience must include support to Special Access Program and Sensitive Compartmented Information environments
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively across Government, contractor, and external stakeholders; prepare briefings, reports, standard operating procedures, and official correspondence; and lead a team in fast paced classified environments.
  • CLEARANCE: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; must be able to meet any applicable Special Access Program eligibility requirements identified by the Government.

 

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $132,500.00/Yr. - USD $221,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Security Specialist - PERSEC role at americansystems?
The listed salary for this Security Specialist - PERSEC position at americansystems is USD 115K–170K/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Security Specialist - PERSEC position at americansystems located?
This Security Specialist - PERSEC role at americansystems is based in Arlington, VA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Security Specialist - PERSEC role at americansystems full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Security Specialist - PERSEC role in the Security Administration department at americansystems.
Which team or department does the Security Specialist - PERSEC at americansystems belong to?
This Security Specialist - PERSEC position is part of the Security Administration department at americansystems. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Security Specialist - PERSEC position at americansystems?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to americansystems's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Security Specialist - PERSEC job at americansystems posted?
This Security Specialist - PERSEC position at americansystems was posted on Aug 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Security Specialist - PERSEC
americansystems · 💰 USD 115K–170K/yr
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