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 for a Security Specialist at Customs and Border Protection in Washington, District of Columbia. You will help keep people safe by checking their background and credentials.

What you will do
You will look at background checks and make sure all records are correct. You will work with other agencies and teams to solve problems. You will review and test the work of others to make sure it follows the rules. You will explain your findings to people in meetings.

What you need
You must be a U.S. citizen. You need to be able to pass a background check and possibly a polygraph. You must be a good reader of English. You should be able to work with confidential information. You must have at least a college degree. Experience in security or investigations is helpful.

What you will get
You will earn a salary from $121,785 to $158,322 per year. You will work full time on site. You will have benefits and a chance to serve the nation. The job starts in Washington, DC.