Security Specialist

Job Number: R0240193

The Security Specialist is a key position responsible for assisting the Marine Corps Security Manager and Special Security Officer with the execution and administration of the command security program. This role provides direct support to the Information, Personnel, and Physical Security programs (IPSP), focusing on managing all personnel check‑in and check‑out processes, validating clearances, and ensuring lifecycle management, security, and accountability of all classified material.

The Security Specialist ensures strict compliance with all DoD, DoN, and Marine Corps regulations and protects government sensitive and classified information through advanced advisory skills, technical expertise, and innovative problem‑solving. The position may involve mentoring and supervising team members with minimal direction.

• 3+ years of experience in security administration, maintaining sensitive personnel records, and classified material handling and document control within a cleared government or military environment.

• Knowledge of DISS and NBIS personnel security systems.

• Knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) 705, DoD Manual 5205.07, and 32 CFR 117 NISPOM.

• Knowledge of Department of Defense directives, SECNAV instructions, and USMC orders such as MCO 5510 series.

• Ability to take direction from SMO personnel while functioning independently.

• Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph exam.

• HS diploma or GED.

• Ability to obtain USMC Security Management Course and ODNI Special Security Officer Course certification within 180 days of hire.

• Ability to obtain CDSE STEPP trainings such as Derivative Classification, RMF, OPSEC Awareness, and Unauthorized Disclosure Certification within 90 days of hire.

• Experience using office equipment, including copy machines, networked computers, scanners, shredders, and access control systems.

• Strong attention to detail and motivation.

• Flexibility to move from one task to another in a fast‑paced environment.

• Associate’s degree in security preferred; bachelor’s degree in security a plus.

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.