Security Specalist

Overview

LMI is seeking a Security Specialist to support our DHS customer at Fort Detrick, MD.  This position will be responsible for providing access control system support and assisting in the management of a sensitive compartmented information facility (SCIF) in coordination with the federal Special Security Officer (SSO). The position duties include various security disciplines: administrative security, personnel security, physical security, information security/classification management, and security education and training. This position requires an active TS clearance with SCI eligibility. 

 

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

 

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Support access control in a laboratory environment; program, update, and administrate Lenel OnGuard access control system
• Validate all forms requiring security clearance/access data
• Conduct SCI indoctrinations and security awareness trainings to include site-specific instructions/localized security briefings 
• Validate SCIF access rosters
• Prepare for SCIF compliance audit
• Conduct SCIF inspections
• Report initial security incidents to the SSO and complete proper forms
• Complete authorizations and request forms for SSO approval
• Conduct or ensure SCI refresher training is accomplished annually
• Provide classification management and derivative classification guidance
• Ensure documentation control
• Conduct system tests and walkthroughs
• Certify incoming/outgoing visit requests
• Support CDC Inspection processes for Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a high-level facility security environment
• Access control experience; Lenel experience is preferred
• Proficient in MS Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment
• Organization and attention to detail
• Possess an active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility