Security Specialist LBYD Federal

Location: Norfolk, Virginia
Title: Security Specialist
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Government Clearance:
Active
Top Secret/SCI clearance

At LBYD Federal, “Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness”, is the motto that we put into action every day. We perform high quality planning, engineering, architecture, and professional services in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, with our employees being our greatest asset. We offer you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects for a wide variety of federal clients nationwide.

LBYD Federal prides ourselves in being responsive to our clients and partners by empowering you to make decisions and build trust on the front lines. We also provide exceptional opportunities for you to develop and grow your career through education, training, certifications, work assignments, and advancement. We also provide additional career growth opportunities across affiliated business lines including Engineering, Environmental, Construction, and Mission Support activities.

LBYD Federal has a highly competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching and medical, dental, and life insurance options. We have a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a health & wellness program, and an employee service awards program to enhance your experience and job satisfaction. Additionally, we support the communities where we live and work by taking part in community fundraisers and volunteering through local organizations.

LBYD Federal is a diverse, veteran-friendly firm that provides the right environment for leaders and results-oriented professionals to thrive. Come join our team!

The purpose of this position is to provide personnel security support to the National Defense University.

• Security Specialist provides comprehensive security support across personnel security, information security, physical security, and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) management programs. This position requires knowledge of security policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure the protection of personnel, facilities, information, and classified materials.
• Support security management personnel with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) indoctrinations, debriefings, and security awareness activities for employees, students, faculty, contractors, and other authorized personnel.
• Prepare and submit Visit Clearance Certifications and SCI visit requests in accordance with established security procedures.
• Capture electronic fingerprints through the Secure Web Fingerprint Transaction (SWFT) system for individuals requiring background investigations.
• Coordinate and schedule fingerprinting appointments and maintain records of fingerprint requests and processing activities.
• Prepare and review fingerprint card submissions for personnel requiring initial background investigations.
• Provide administrative and customer service support for onboarding employees, contractors, students, faculty, and other personnel.
• Maintain personnel security records and data within security management systems, including the Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), and other authorized databases.
• Review personnel security files, verify clearance eligibility, and provide guidance regarding security clearance requirements and processes.
• Initiate and process background investigations through NBIS and associated electronic application systems.
• Update, verify, and validate investigations, security clearances, and visit certifications using Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) systems.
• Support physical security programs, including restricted area identification, access control, badge management, and escorting uncleared personnel within controlled spaces.
• Assist with the implementation and compliance of Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) physical security standards related to the protection, construction, and accreditation of secure facilities and SCIFs.
• Maintain access rosters for personnel authorized to enter designated secure and classified areas.
• Support information security programs by ensuring proper handling, safeguarding, storage, accountability, transmission, and destruction of classified materials in accordance with established policies and directives.
• Support Two-Person…