About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

• Support day-to-day personnel security (PERSEC) operations to assess and maintain eligibility for access to classified information for program personnel.
• Maintain and audit security records using systems such as JADE, SIMS, and other security databases to ensure data integrity and inspection readiness.
• Manage electronic personnel files ("E Files") for personnel assigned to the site and other locations serviced by the security team.
• Coordinate with other PERSEC teams to create and monitor Personnel Action Requests (PARs) and related submissions through AP-CAR or other internal systems.
• Assist with initial, annual, and event-driven Special Access Program (SAP) training and briefings.
• Process Visitor Access Requests (VAR) and support visitor access administration.
• Report adverse information to appropriate collateral and SAP points of contact using DISS, JADE, and established reporting forms.
• Draft and maintain written work center procedures to ensure continuity of operations.
• Support cross-functional security tasks as needed to broaden skills and prepare for higher-level security roles.
• Perform other administrative and security duties as required to meet organizational goals.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR 4 years of security-related experience (experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
• Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance with the ability to meet enhanced security requirements and obtain/maintain SAP eligibility and access.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams) and willing to learn additional security IT systems.
• Strong customer service, verbal, and written communication skills; effective at organizing and presenting information.
• Team-oriented with the ability to take guidance and follow projects through to completion under supervision.
• Flexible with changing priorities and able to work a mixed schedule or extended hours as required.
• Able to lift/carry up to 20 lbs, stand for long periods, and climb ladders when necessary.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing security work in a DoD Special Access Program (SAP) environment.
• Recent in-scope investigation (T5, T5R, SSBI, SBPR, PPR) within the last 6 years or current enrollment in Continuous Evaluation (CE).
• Direct PERSEC experience and familiarity with SAP processes.
• Knowledge of DODM 5205.07, DISS, JADE, AP-CARS, SIMS, and related DoD security tools and policies.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base salary range: $63,000 - $94,600 per year (primary level). This range is provided as a guideline; final offers consider experience, skills, and market factors.
• Eligible employees may receive overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and access to company benefits such as health insurance, life and disability coverage, retirement/savings plans, paid time off, and paid holidays.
• Additional benefits and incentive eligibility may vary by role and level.

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Location & Schedule

• Location: Edwards AFB, CA (on-site role supporting classified programs).
• Travel: Approximately 10% as required by the program.
• Schedule: May require a mixed schedule and extended hours to support mission needs.

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About the Opportunity

This is an entry-level personnel security role supporting high-profile classified work. It’s a strong opportunity to develop industrial security skills, work with DoD compliance tools and processes, and grow into broader security responsibilities within a cleared environment. Careertakes is assisting a Confidential Client in this hiring process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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