Security Specialist Jobs in Arlington, VA
Security Specialist jobs in Arlington, Virginia are in strong demand, concentrated in the Pentagon City, Rosslyn, and Ballston corridors across defense contracting, federal government support, and cybersecurity. Employers hiring right now include Prosync, ARMADA, and AMERICAN SYSTEMS. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Type: Full Time
Location: Arlington, Virgina
Overtime Exempt: No
Reports To: ARMADA HQ
Security Clearance Required: Secret
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The Security Specialist - Technical Writer develops, maintains, and refines security documentation across multiple security disciplines, ensuring clarity, compliance, and accuracy for all program security requirements. This role supports the creation of guidance materials, manuals, and publications that reflect current policies and security directives. It also assists with documentation related to SCI facilities governed by NAVAIR SSO oversight and other Cognizant Security Authorities.
DutiesResponsibilities:
- Security Specialist - Technical Writer develop, edit, and maintain security documentation covering GENSEC, INDUSEC, INFOSEC, PERSEC, and PHYSEC disciplines to ensure compliance with current regulations and program needs.
- Security Specialist - Technical Writer create clear and accurate security publications including manuals, procedures, classification guides, and other official documents required by the program.
- Ensure documentation reflects applicable DoD, IC, and servicespecific security policies, including requirements for classified and controlled unclassified information.
- Assist with drafting and updating guidance related to SCI facilities under NAVAIR SSO cognizance, ensuring alignment with DIA and Navy security directives.
- Support command oversight documentation requirements for Navyaccredited SCIFs, including materials used for inspections and Staff Assistance Visits conducted by the CSA.
- Coordinate with subjectmatter experts across all security disciplines to verify technical accuracy, completeness, and relevancy of written materials.
- Maintain version control, publication records, and updates to ensure all security documents remain current and properly distributed.
- Security Specialist - Technical Writer assist with developing templates, standardized formats, and documentation workflows to improve programwide consistency.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
- Knowledge of multiple security disciplines and associated documentation requirements, including general, industrial, information, personnel, and physical security.
- Ability to interpret policy guidelines and incorporate complex security requirements into clear and functional documentation.
- Skilled in organizing and structuring detailed security content to support manuals, guides, and official program publications.
- Ability to coordinate with Government and contractor personnel to gather information, validate content, and ensure documents meet program needs.
- Skilled in managing documentation updates, maintaining records, and ensuring written materials remain current and properly controlled.
- In-depth knowledge of DoD writing and staffing guidance.
- Proficiency in editing, proofreading and correcting documentation
Minimum/General Experience:
- At least 10 years of relevant work experience.
Minimum Education:
- Master's Degree in relevant field; or a bachelor's degree and 4 additional years of relevant work experience.
Disclaimer:
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.
Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.
ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Security Specialist Jobs in Arlington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a security specialist job in Arlington?
Focus your search on defense contractors and federal agencies clustered along the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor and near the Pentagon. Clearance-holding candidates have a significant edge here, as many Arlington roles support government contracts requiring active Secret or Top Secret access. Tailoring your resume to reflect physical security, personnel security, or information security experience specific to government or defense environments will strengthen your applications considerably.
Which companies hire security specialists in Arlington?
Arlington security specialist roles are posted by Prosync, ARMADA, and AMERICAN SYSTEMS and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arlington's concentration of defense primes, federal consulting firms, and government agency offices makes it one of the densest hiring markets for security specialists in the country.
Are there remote security specialist jobs in Arlington?
Yes, but with limits. Security specialist work that involves physical site protection, badging, or on-site compliance is largely in-person by nature, while roles focused on policy writing, risk analysis, or program oversight can be hybrid or remote. About 37% of security specialist openings tied to Arlington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Analytical and adjudication-focused roles with defense contractors tend to offer the most flexibility.
How can I get a security specialist job in Arlington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Arlington is through physical security or access control roles at government facilities and defense campuses, where employers regularly hire candidates without deep experience but with a clean background and eligibility for a security clearance. Entry-level security officer and badging coordinator positions at contractors near the Pentagon and Crystal City often serve as stepping stones. CompTIA Security+ certification and any prior military or law enforcement background add meaningful credibility to early-career applications.
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