Lead Personnel Security Specialist
Patent and Trademark Office • Alexandria, VA • Posted June 27, 2026
About the Role
Summary The incumbent serves as a Personnel Security Specialist, assisting in the administration of the agency's personnel security program and performing a wide range of adjudicative, liaison, program management, and technical duties. The position supports the day-to-day operations of personnel security, information security awareness, and the application of security policy across the agency. Responsibilities The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year. The individual selected for this position: You have strong skill in developing personnel security requirements, standards, and regulations for the USPTO personnel security program. You are committe...