Peraton · 12 hours ago
Security Specialist Senior
McLean, VA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$104K/yr - $166K/yr
8+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. The Senior Security Specialist provides comprehensive security support services, ensuring compliance with Federal and Intelligence Community security standards while managing personnel clearances and protecting classified information.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Coordinate and facilitate all aspects of personnel security clearance processing, including initial submissions, periodic reinvestigations, and clearance transfers
Collect, review, and submit required clearance documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and timelines
Maintain personnel security files, databases, and tracking systems to ensure data accuracy and accountability
Provide responsive customer service to personnel regarding clearance status, security forms, and related inquiries
Prepare security-related correspondence, reports, and metrics to support clearance operations
Support day-to-day administrative security operations, ensuring compliance with DoD, IC, and agency-specific clearance requirements
Support the implementation and management of SAP, SCI, and CAP security programs, ensuring compliance with DoD and IC directives
Coordinate facility and personnel security activities, including SCIF accreditation, access control management, and visitor security processing
Conduct and support physical security inspections, security awareness briefings, and compliance checks
Assist in the protection of classified and sensitive information, ensuring adherence to data handling, marking, and storage procedures
Contribute to the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs), security audits, and other security documentation
Support information systems security efforts, including cryptographic controls, risk assessments, and incident tracking
Conduct classification management activities, ensuring proper handling and safeguarding of classified materials
Collaborate with internal and external security stakeholders to coordinate secure operations and resolve security incidents
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant security experience (4 years additional experience may substitute for degree)
Active Top Secret clearance SCI with Poly
Comprehensive knowledge of DoD 5200.01, ICD 705, NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), and other applicable security directives
Demonstrated experience in personnel, physical, and program security management within a classified environment
Proficiency with security databases and clearance tracking systems (e.g., DISS, Scattered Castles)
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of government and contractor personnel
Proven ability to manage multiple security functions in a dynamic, mission-driven environment
Preferred
Security-related certification (e.g., SFPC, SAPPC, SPeD, CISSP, or Security+) preferred
Experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAPs) or SCI environments
Familiarity with risk management frameworks (RMF) and system security documentation
Prior experience working in a federal, defense, or intelligence community setting
Benefits
Employees may be eligible for overtime
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-01-22
2025-09-25
Company data provided by crunchbase