HHS - Personnel Security Specialist

Protection Strategies Incorporated; Rockville (MD); Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Personnel Security Specialist to join their remote team. This role involves reviewing and processing eQIP applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance while assisting applicants throughout the process. The company values integrity and innovation, striving to create a meaningful impact in the security sector. With a focus on employee well-being, they offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about security and customer service, this is your chance to contribute to a safer future.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in personnel security office environment.
• Knowledge of OPM processing and eQIP submission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review eQIP forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist applicants with personnel security document submissions.
• Track and mail personnel security documents.

Skills

eQIP Processing

Customer Service

Microsoft Applications

Education

Associate Degree

Equivalent Experience

Job description

Join Our Team as a HHS - Personnel Security Specialist!

Location: Remote

***Must answer all application questions to be considered***

Who We Are:

At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and personnel security expertise for the U.S. Government. Our mission is to safeguard our clients' interests with integrity and innovation, reshaping the landscape of security.

Why PSI?:

Become part of a dedicated team that values people first and believes in making a meaningful impact. We offer cutting-edge solutions that promote safety and protect critical infrastructure. Your hard work will be recognized in our mission-driven culture.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
• Financial Support: 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Disability Products
• Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance, GoodRx, Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA + HRA

Position Overview:

Personnel Security Specialist reviews investigation request documentation for accuracy and completeness and processes e-QIP packets for federal and contractor employees. They initiate the paperwork for background investigations, review the information submitted by the applicants, corresponds with the applicants for clarifying information, responsible for data entry requirements associated with each record, making case files, forwarding cases for processing, and submits the e-QIP packet to be reviewed and forwarded to OPM. This position is for the Ready Reserve List. That means that you have interviewed and gone through the initial onboarding so that once a vacancy comes open you will be ready to move into the open position. There is not an opening at this time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review applicant completed eQIP forms and other related and necessary forms for the initiation of background investigations.
• Assist applicants with corrective action concerning completion/submission of personnel security documents.
• Assist customers with eQIP submissions, perform applicable entries into the Office of Security and Strategic Information (OSSI) personnel security database, schedule fingerprint appointments if required, other clerical duties as required.
• Track personnel security documents to ensure accurate processing.
• Mail documents and perform basic customer service administrative functions when applicable.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Two (2) years of experience processing and reviewing eQIP applications and providing customer service in a government personnel security office environment.
• Experience with initiating SF-85s and/or SF-86s through eQIP system
• Knowledgeable of OPM processing and requirements for submission of eQIP
• Proficient in Microsoft applications

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now to join PSI and help shape a safer future!

#protectionsi #persec #personnelsecurity #RemoteJobs #VeteranJobs #BackgroundCheck #WorkFromHome #SecurityClearance #Adjudications #SecurityScreening #SecurityProfessionals #protectionsi #FederalJobs #SecurityInvestigations