Personnel Security Administrator 2

Summary

Are you passionate about security and ready to make a meaningful impact? Chenega is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Personnel Security Administrator II to join our team in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you will support the Security Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) by administering personnel security processes, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and contributing to the protection of sensitive information and operations.   

This position requires two days a week in-person at our Chantilly, VA HQ. 

Responsibilities

• Support the Industrial Security Manager, Facility Security Officer (FSO), and Personnel Security Specialists by reviewing security documentation and investigative paperwork for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements. 
• Administer security processing activities for new and existing employees, including initiating and tracking security clearance and public trust documentation in accordance with established protocols and timelines. 
• Coordinate and conduct fingerprinting activities using live scan equipment, ensuring proper identity verification, data accuracy, and adherence to regulatory standards. 
• Assist in the development, coordination, and delivery of security education and awareness programs, including initial briefings, annual refresher training, and specialized security briefings/debriefings; maintain accurate training records and completion tracking. 
• Manage visitor control processes, including maintaining access records, issuing and controlling company identification badges, and ensuring compliance with facility access procedures. 
• Support physical security operations by participating in facility inspections, monitoring perimeter controls, conducting end-of-day security checks, and serving as a point of contact for after-hours alarm response and coordination. 
• Monitor and update security clearance status within the Defense Information System for Security (DISS), providing timely and accurate status updates to Hiring Managers, Human Resources, and other stakeholders. 
• Coordinate and communicate with government customers and on-site contractors to ensure alignment on security procedures, issue resolution, and operational requirements. 
• Prepare and deliver security status reports and documentation to government clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with reporting requirements. 
• Other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with 1–3 years of progressively responsible experience supporting security, administrative, or compliance-related functions.  
• U.S. citizenship required in accordance with federal security clearance requirements.  
• Active Secret security clearance .
• Successfully pass background and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience utilizing the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) to manage and track personnel security clearance activities.  
• Working knowledge of personnel security administration requirements, including familiarity with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) clearance processes and adjudication standards.  
• Awareness of current trends, regulations, and technologies related to personnel and industrial security programs.  
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal stakeholders, government representatives, and external partners.  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience using systems for data tracking, reporting, and documentation.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to apply personnel and industrial security processes, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, policies, and program requirements.  
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review, validate, and maintain accurate security documentation while exercising sound judgment in handling sensitive information.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information, provide guidance, and interact effectively with internal teams, government representatives, and external partners.  
• Ability to provide responsive, professional support while building positive working relationships across all levels of the organization and with external customers.  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.   

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $57,000.00/Yr.