Security Specialist

Position Overview

Type: Full Time

Location: Quantico, VA

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security

Clearance Required:

Active Top-Secret security clearances and be eligible for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) special access

• Security Specialist will provide direct support to the Data Intercept Technology Unit (DITU) and other OTD units by submitting, tracking, and coordinating security clearance nominations for private sector employees.
• Initiate personnel security background investigations and support the Security Division in obtaining required investigative information throughout the process.
• Conduct security briefings and debriefings in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clearance status records for private sector personnel, ensuring timely follow-up and case management.
• Initiate background investigations using systems including, but not limited to, the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), FBI BEAST, and Phoenix database.
• Respond to Security Division inquiries related to background investigations and continuous vetting alerts.
• Maintain detailed case tracking records and provide routine case status updates and statistical reporting.
• Coordinate with Field Offices and Headquarters Divisions to facilitate fingerprinting and security clearance processing.
• Conduct or coordinate Security Awareness Briefings (SABs) with appropriate FBI Field Office or Headquarters personnel.
• Upload and manage documentation within Phoenix and Sentinel systems.
• Assist with Personal Electronic Devices (PEDS) registration processing.
• Prepare Electronic Communications (ECs) in Sentinel as required.
• Provide Access Control support when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be skilled in creating complex spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), preparing briefings (e.g., PowerPoint), Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must be able to communicate clearly; provide security briefings and debriefings; provide comprehensive written communications.
• Execute all assigned duties in a professional manner demonstrating strong commitment to customer service.

• Must possess Top-Secret personnel security clearances and be eligible for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) special access.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in any security related field, such as industrial security, physical security and computer/network security.

• High School Diploma, or equivalent.

Relocation is not available for these jobs.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre‑employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.