Senior Personnel Security Officer (R5248)

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: The US Senior PERSEC Specialist is responsible for executing personnel security processes to support cleared employees and ensure compliance with government and company requirements. This role operates in a fast-paced environment, managing high-volume security transactions while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.

What you'll do:: * Processing new clearances, reinstatements, and reinvestigations through DISS/NBIS * Managing foreign travel requests and ensuring proper documentation and approvals * Processing MyAccess requests for system and facility access * Coordinating and processing outbound visit requests, including foreign visits * Supporting CAC applications and special suitability requirements * Maintaining and processing self-reporting records in compliance with policy * Conducting employee debriefing and offboarding actions * Processing PSQs / SCI Questionnaires in coordination with Special Programs (as applicable) * Ensuring all records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready * Supporting internal stakeholders with guidance on personnel security processes Required qualifications:: * Must be a U.S. Citizen * MUST HAVE Active Top Secret Security Clearance * 5+ years of experience in Personnel Security or Industrial Security * Experience processing new clearances, reinstatements, and reinvestigations * Experience with foreign travel processing and visit requests * Familiarity with self-reporting requirements and personnel security records management * Experience supporting CAC applications and suitability processes * Strong organizational and communication skills Preferred qualifications:: * Experience processing PSQs / SCI Questionnaires (Special Programs exposure) * Familiarity with Special Access Programs (SAP) or SCI environments * Experience in a high-growth or fast-paced defense environment * Experience with MyAccess or similar access request systems * Knowledge of continuous vetting / insider threat reporting processes