Lead Personnel Security Specialist

Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) is seeking a skilled Lead Personnel Security Specialist to oversee and enhance our personnel security program in support of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). This role leads day to day clearance processing, adjudication support activities, and personnel security compliance operations while providing guidance and assistance to internal staff and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of DISS/NBIS processes, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to think critically and trouble shoot problems effectively.