• Security Operations Specialist

    Leidos (Alexandria, VA)


    Description

    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.