HHS - Personnel Security Specialist

Protection Strategies; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading security solutions provider as a Personnel Security Specialist. In this remote role, you'll manage e-QIP applications, ensuring accuracy in processing background investigations. Ideal candidates will have experience in a governmental security office and strong skills in customer service and Microsoft applications.

Benefits

401(K) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Disability Products

Employee Assistance Programs

GoodRx

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a government personnel security office environment.
• Experience with SF-85s and/or SF-86s through eQIP system.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Review applicant completed eQIP forms and related documents.
• Assist applicants with corrective actions for personnel security documents.
• Track personnel security documents to ensure accurate processing.

Skills

Customer Service

Data Entry

Documentation Review

Knowledge of OPM Processing

Microsoft Applications

Job description

Join Our Team as a HHS - Personnel Security Specialist!

Location : Remote

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 :

• 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.

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 :

• 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, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We actively support diversity in our hiring practices. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.

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Personnel Security Specialist • Washington, DC, United States