Certification Exam Administrator | TS/SCI
The Certification Exam Administrator supports the NGA's GEOINT Professional Certification Program by managing the scheduling, administration, and documentation of certification exams with accuracy and security. This entry-level role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication to ensure consistent exam delivery and maintain program integrity. The position involves proctoring exams, managing exam data and materials, supporting audits, and training personnel, all while adhering to strict security and procedural standards.
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Overview
Join a Confidential Client team supporting a GEOINT professional certification program as a Certification Exam Administrator. In this entry-level role you’ll schedule and proctor certification assessments, manage exam records and secure testing materials, follow established SOPs and accreditation requirements, and help preserve the integrity of the certification process.
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000
What You’ll Do
- Support day-to-day administration of GEOINT certification examinations, including scheduling tests and coordinating candidates
- Proctor exams and provide clear instructions and assistance to candidates
- Maintain and secure certification and accreditation records; manage and track exam materials
- Retrieve, organize, and manage exam data in Excel (and other tracking tools)
- Follow SOPs, accreditation standards, and security requirements to ensure consistent, accurate administration
- Respond to candidate and testing-site inquiries and provide customer-service oriented support
- Track testing materials through their lifecycle and support audits when requested
- Assist with external testing-site support and help train proctors or other testing personnel
- Deliver short proctoring scripts (10–15 minutes) and answer participant questions during sessions
Minimum Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI Poly
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Entry-level role intended for candidates with less than 3 years of relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel to retrieve, organize, and manage data
- Strong attention to detail and consistent adherence to SOPs and security requirements
- Experience analyzing processes and offering actionable recommendations to improve accuracy and workflow efficiency
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and customer-service orientation
- Comfortable delivering public presentations and reading/explaining proctoring scripts
Preferred / Desired
- Experience using Microsoft Access to organize, manage, and track records or databases
- Knowledge of records-management policies and procedures
- Familiarity with Reasonable Accommodations for test-takers with diverse needs
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $55,000 – $65,000 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package may include:
- Customizable healthcare plans, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off (PTO), 11 federal holidays, and a matching 401(k) plan
- Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and supplemental policies
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Location & Clearance
- Location: Springfield, VA (on-site / in-person testing environment)
- Clearance: Active TS/SCI required with ability to obtain a CI Poly
- Employment type: Full-time
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no employer sponsorship is offered unless stated by the client)
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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