Admin Security Specialist

Overview

Chenega is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Administrative Security Specialist to support critical identity credentialing and access management operations for a federal government security program.

In this role, you will serve as a vital member of the security team, helping ensure authorized personnel receive the credentials and access necessary to support mission operations. The ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced administrative environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and understands the importance of handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process individuals for identification credentials, badges, and access authorizations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Verify required documentation, identity records, and supporting materials to ensure compliance with security requirements.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and credentialing information within government-approved systems.
• Support identity lifecycle management activities, including enrollment, updates, renewals, replacements, and deactivations.
• Ensure all registrants are processed efficiently while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
• Support Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) operations and security programs.
• Protect sensitive personal information and maintain strict compliance with privacy and security regulations.
• Review records for completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with audits, inspections, and reporting activities as required.
• Maintain secure filing systems and electronic records management processes.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, contractors, visitors, and government personnel requiring credentialing support.
• Provide guidance regarding credentialing requirements, procedures, and documentation.
• Resolve administrative issues while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Coordinate with security personnel, management, and government representatives to support access management requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in security administration, badging, credentialing, access control, administrative support, personnel processing, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Strong computer skills and experience working in database-driven environments.
• Experience handling sensitive information with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and customer service skills.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting federal government, aerospace, defense, or security-focused environments.
• Knowledge of Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12).
• Experience with identity management, badging, credentialing, or access control systems.
• Familiarity with security clearance processing or personnel security procedures.
• Prior experience supporting ICAM programs or Physical Access Control Systems (PACS).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong administrative and records management capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting established deadlines.
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and security requirements.
• Sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Estimated Salary/Wage USD $31.45/Hr.