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 Defense Sector at Leidos 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.

This position does require the ability to work on-site daily at the work location in Alexandria, VA. In addition there will be days where you will be asked to work on-site at the Pentagon. Parking will be fully provided at the Alexandria location and transportation from Alexandria to the Pentagon will be provided as well.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• 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. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 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.

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The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.