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Personnel Security Specialist

Job in El Segundo, Los Angeles County, California, 90245, USA
Listing for: The Aerospace Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-10
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Government Security, Information Security & Data Protection
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 64000 - 117000 USD Yearly USD 64000.00 117000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist II/III.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators.

Join us and take your place in space.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Administers, executes, and ensures adherence to company and government regulations, policies, and procedures regarding the protection of government programs.
  • Conducts security indoctrination briefings, foreign travel briefings and termination debriefings.
  • Assists in designing, implementing, and conducting security training, briefings, and education programs.
  • Working on various complex government and internal databases.
  • Processes security clearances and accesses in accordance with government regulations, provides guidance on the completion of security paperwork, and tracks all clearance submissions.
  • Provides management with clearance status reports
  • Conducts fingerprinting, processes visit requests, and reports incidents to government customers.
  • Maintains security clearance records, tracking and metrics.
  • Interface with government customers, contractors, employees, and all levels of management.
  • Handles Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and must possess discretion in handling clearance information.
  • Conducts self-inspections/audits in compliance with government regulations.
  • Submits incident reports to government customers, provides guidance on reporting responsibilities, and assists employees with clearance issues.
  • Updates and writes procedures and corporate policies.
What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the Personnel Security Specialist II:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience security related field or other related fields with an emphasis on customer service, case management, and enforcement of policies and procedures.
  • Current DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
  • U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
  • Knowledge of government security regulations
  • Knowledge of handling sensitive but unclassified information

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Personnel Security Specialist III include:

  • 5 years of experience in security related field or other related fields with an emphasis on customer service, case management, and enforcement of policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of DISS or other government clearance databases
How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree
  • Current TS/SCI eligibility, with adjudicated poly
  • Completion of the FSO certification for Possessing facilities
  • Knowledge of DISS, NBIS, and SIMS, databases

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $30.80 - $56.16 Pay Basis:
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Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness…
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