Job Description

Do you love to challenge yourself?

Are you searching for important work in a dynamic environment?

Are you passionate about making a difference?

Do you like contributing in a team environment to meet the needs of customers?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking an enterpriser to help us innovate, streamline and deliver services to our customers. as a member of the PERSEC Team you will process and mange clearances, review, create and implement process improvement and provide support to all levels of APL  and its Sponsors to ensure mission success.

As a Personnel Security Specialist...

• Your primary responsibility will be initiating, reviewing and submitting clearance request.
• You will ensure accurate, timely submissions of all required documents.
• You will manage internal and external databases to ensure data integrity.
• You will work in a team environment to determine best practices and procedures.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a High School diploma/GED.
• Are skilled in database usage/management.
• Hold an active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have previous personnel security experience and/or demonstrate an ability to manage projects. 

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.