Senior Personnel Security Officer (R5248)

Summary

Oversee classified security operations for a defense-tech company, managing access control, personnel clearances, and compliance with NISPOM and ITAR/EAR in a high-growth environment.

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description:

The US Senior PERSEC Specialist (L3) is responsible for executing personnel security processes to support cleared employees and ensure compliance with government and company requirements. This role operates in a fast-paced environment, managing high-volume security transactions while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.

What you'll do:

* Processing new clearances, reinstatements, and reinvestigations through DISS/NBIS
* Managing foreign travel requests and ensuring proper documentation and approvals
* Processing MyAccess requests for system and facility access
* Coordinating and processing outbound visit requests, including foreign visits
* Supporting CAC applications and special suitability requirements
* Maintaining and processing self-reporting records in compliance with policy
* Conducting employee debriefing and offboarding actions
* Processing PSQs / SCI Questionnaires in coordination with Special Programs (as applicable)
* Ensuring all records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready
* Supporting internal stakeholders with guidance on personnel security processes

Required qualifications:

* Must be a U.S. Citizen
* MUST HAVE Active Top Secret Security Clearance
* 5+ years of experience in Personnel Security or Industrial Security
* Experience processing new clearances, reinstatements, and reinvestigations
* Experience with foreign travel processing and visit requests
* Familiarity with self-reporting requirements and personnel security records management
* Experience supporting CAC applications and suitability processes
* Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

* Experience processing PSQs / SCI Questionnaires (Special Programs exposure)
* Familiarity with Special Access Programs (SAP) or SCI environments
* Experience in a high-growth or fast-paced defense environment
* Experience with MyAccess or similar access request systems
* Knowledge of continuous vetting / insider threat reporting processes

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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