Security Specialist

The Opportunity:

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

Performs a wide range of functions to ensure the protection of government sensitive and classified information. Applies advanced advisory skills and extensive technical expertise with full industry knowledge. Develops innovative solutions to complex problems. Works without considerable direction. Mentors and may supervise team members.

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You Have:

• 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 (DoD) directives, SECNAV instructions, and USMC orders such as MCO 5510 series

• Ability to take direction and tasks from SMO personnel while also functioning independently

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

• HS diploma or GED

• Ability to obtain USMC Security Management Course and ODNI Special Security Officer Course (SSOC) Certification within 180 days of hire date

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

Nice If You Have:

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

• Possession of strong attention to detail and motivation

• Possession of the 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

Clearance:

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.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

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.