$160,001–$200,000 Per Year
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Communication Skills, Community Support, Criminal Justice, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Documentation, Emerging Technology, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fortune 500 Customers, Government, Government Contracts, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integrated Circuits (ICs), Intelligence Community, Interpersonal Skills, Investigative Reports, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, New Drug Application, Non-Disclosures, Professional Services, Security Auditing, Security Monitoring, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, Team Player, Time Management, Top Secret Clearance, Training/Teaching, Work From Home
Personnel Security Specialist
Job ID: 2614187
Location: Chantilly, VA, United States
Date Posted: Jul 1, 2026
Category: Security
Subcategory: Security
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: On-Site
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Job Description
Description
SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
SAIC is looking for a Personnel Security (PERSEC) subject matter expert (SME) to support a highly dynamic and growing program with one of our US Government customers. You will be a part of a large multi-year contract that supports our customer in systems engineering and integration across a broad portfolio of projects. You will come into a program that enjoys a close working relationship with the customer, bringing exquisite technical expertise to bear on real world problems, helping the customer execute real world missions that impact National Security on a daily basis. This close relationship, along with the program''s longevity (20 years), ensures that as a new team member you will find a depth of support to grow and develop that is unmatched, all while making a difference - daily. As a key member of the team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the protection of our organization''s personnel and assets. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for security to make a significant impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform high accuracy data entry and maintain accurate and up-to-date security records and databases
- Communicate with multiple Government agencies, contractor and team members
- Manage multiple tasks and deadlines and be able to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances
- Responsible for receiving, processing, and managing a variety of documents from Government agencies and contractors, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), continuous enrollment forms, and other required documentation
- Communicate effectively with Government agencies and contractors to facilitate the clearance process, address inquiries, and provide updates
- Conduct PERSEC security audits and ensure compliance
- Provide PERSEC security training and awareness to personnel on security related topics
- Develop and implement PERSEC Security Plans and procedures
- Monitor and evaluate PERSEC related incidents, investigations and reports to identify areas for improvement or resolution
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism
Qualifications
- Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered for the role
- Bachelor''s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management or related field or equivalent years of experience
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in personnel security or similar role
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Government related software and security databases
- Knowledge of Federal security regulations (SEAD 4, NISPOM, etc.)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when engaging with peers and senior level Government leadership
- Proven experience in developing and implementing PERSEC security plans and procedures
- Excellent PERSEC investigative and analytical skills
- Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) customers
- Familiarity with the clearance processing activities for Government agencies
Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.