Personnel Security Specialist

Customs and Border Protection Washington, District of Columbia $ 121,785 – $ 158,322

Full-time Closes 23 Oct 2026 · 4 days left

Washington, District of Columbia $ 121,785 – $ 158,322 Full-time Closes 23 Oct 2026

What the job is
This job is at Customs and Border Protection in Washington, District of Columbia. You will work in the Department of Homeland Security. The job is to keep people safe by checking if federal and contractor workers are suitable for the job. It is a senior role in the Personnel Security Division. You will work with many teams inside and outside the agency.
What you will do
You will look at complex security questions and decide what action to take. You will work with investigators, other agencies, and contractors. You will review cases to make sure they follow rules. You will give advice and explain decisions in meetings. You will help keep the program running well.
What you need
You must be a U.S. citizen. You need to be in good health and able to pass a background check. You should know how to read and write English well. You should have experience in security or investigations. A bachelor degree and several years of work in a similar field are expected. You must be ready to do a drug test and follow ethics rules.
What you will get
You will earn a salary between $121,785 and $158,322. You will work on the job site in Washington, D.C. You will be part of a team that protects the nation. You will get benefits and a chance to grow in a federal job.