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Security Operations Specialist

Leidos, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350

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Security Operations Specialist - Elevate Your Career with Leidos

Are you ready to take on a rewarding challenge in security operations? At Leidos, we leverage the expertise of our diverse and talented professionals to deliver cutting-edge solutions that drive success for our customers. Our team thrives on integrity, innovation, and collaboration-values that guide our mission to empower communities and operate sustainably.

If you're looking for an environment where your skills can make a real difference, read on!

About the Role

The

Leidos National Security Sector

is seeking a dynamic

Security Operations Specialist

to support

DoD Senior Leadership and Executive working groups

at our

Alexandria, VA, and Pentagon locations

. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing, administering, and maintaining security across multiple classification levels, from

Unclassified to Top Secret

.

As an integral part of our

Security Team

, you will collaborate with the

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

and

Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

to ensure adherence to

DoD security standards

, update

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

, and maintain compliance with critical security directives-including the

National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)

and

TS/SCI Physical Security Standards

.

Key Responsibilities

As a

Security Operations Specialist

, you will:

? Oversee

TS/SCI facility security management

, including training, storage, handling, and disposal of classified materials.

? Ensure compliance with security procedures and visitor management protocols.

? Maintain security policies, procedures, and credentialing for the TS/SCI facility.

? Conduct monthly safety checks, including fire extinguisher inspections.

? Coordinate

facility repairs and maintenance

with key stakeholders.

? Process and manage

security-related documentation

and access requests. ? Provide

customer support and visitor escort services

, assisting with parking and logistics.

? Assist in

personnel onboarding and out-processing

for security programs.

? Offer

administrative and operational support

, ensuring seamless security compliance.

? Serve as a

backup

for other operations team members as needed.

What You Need to Succeed

?

Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

required.

?

Bachelor's degree

and

8+ years of relevant experience

, or

Master's degree

with

6+ years of experience

.

? Strong understanding of

SCIF operations

and

DoD security standards

.

? Expertise in

NISPOM compliance

and TS/SCI security protocols.

?

Site Security Manager/Officer experience

supporting DoD or Intelligence Community facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

?? Military experience.

?? Security certifications such as

CompTIA Security+

.

?? Exceptional writing, planning, and organizational skills.

?? Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

At

Leidos

, your expertise matters. Join us in shaping the future of security operations and making an impact where it counts. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

EIO2024

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

September 17, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $80,600.00 - $145,700.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00166829

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.