Intake Personnel Security Specialist – Background Investigations

Protection Strategies Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

HSA + HRA

Job summary

Protection Strategies, Inc. seeks a Personnel Security Specialist - Intake to support DHS Federal Protective Services in Springfield, VA.

This full-time clerical role handles intake tasks, investigates suitability, and coordinates background investigations for applicants. The position requires a High School Diploma and at least 3 years in security roles, with strong MS Office skills and eligibility for a US government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in security fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills essential.
• MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Responsibilities

• Initiates background investigations.
• Manages receipt of security documents submitted from contractor applicants.
• Verifies the appropriate level of background investigation and ensures all documents are complete.
• Prepares, submits, monitors, and updates tracking systems for case materials.
• Applies incident management and problem solving in daily tasks.
• Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Highly organized

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ISMS

eQIP

CVS

DISS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Protection Strategies, Inc. seeks a Personnel Security Specialist - Intake to support DHS Federal Protective Services in Springfield, VA.

This full-time clerical role handles intake tasks, investigates suitability, and coordinates background investigations for applicants. The position requires a High School Diploma and at least 3 years in security roles, with strong MS Office skills and eligibility for a US government security clearance.