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Lead Personnel Security Specialist

Company

Department of State - Agency Wide

Location

Arlington, VA

Posted

July 18, 2026

Position Overview

Summary This position is located in the Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Security Infrastructure Directorate, Office of Personnel Security and Suitability, Investigations Division (DS/PSS/INV). PSS is responsible for determining the initial and continued suitability and security clearance eligibility of Foreign Service, Civil Service, and Wage Grade employees or applicants, Presidential Appointees, and contractors. For more information about this Bureau, visit: DS Responsibilities Leads a team of Personnel Security Specialists tasked with the execution of a full range of personnel security investigative and adjudicative functions. Establishes plans, objectives, and priorities for the team to ensure the accomplishment of the assigned responsibilities. Advises on personnel security regulations to answer questions from team members on pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures. Establishes and maintains liaison with counterparts from other U.S. Government (USG) agencies on a wide varie...

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