Federal Personnel Security Specialist — Adjudications Expert

Protection Strategies Incorporated; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

HSA & HRA Options

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Protection Strategies Incorporated in Springfield, VA is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist to support the FPS within DHS. You will review and adjudicate background investigations, determine suitability for security clearances, and ensure compliance with federal personnel security requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of federal personnel security experience, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of experience supporting a federal personnel security program, adjudications, suitability determinations, security clearance processing, or related security operations.
• Knowledge of personnel security principles, federal security regulations, and adjudicative processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate sensitive information and make sound recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and adjudicate background investigations, personnel security files, and related documentation to support suitability and security eligibility determinations.
• Analyze complex personnel security cases and apply federal laws, regulations, policies, and adjudicative guidelines to support decision-making.
• Identify areas of concern, evaluate mitigating information, and recommend appropriate adjudicative actions.
• Coordinate with government personnel, investigators, and internal stakeholders to obtain required information and advance cases through the adjudication process.
• Conduct research utilizing personnel security systems, databases, and investigative records.
• Review personnel security vetting forms and documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal requirements.
• Prepare written assessments, recommendations, and security-related correspondence.
• Ensure personnel security actions are completed in accordance with DHS and FPS policies and procedures.
• Maintain detailed records and case documentation throughout the adjudication lifecycle.

Skills

Federal security exp

Personnel security knowledge

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

Protection Strategies Incorporated in Springfield, VA is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist to support the FPS within DHS. You will review and adjudicate background investigations, determine suitability for security clearances, and ensure compliance with federal personnel security requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of federal personnel security experience, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.