Personnel Security Analyst

Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation seeks a Personnel Security Analyst in Rockville, MD, to support clearance processing, background investigations, and security compliance. The role is onsite, full-time, with responsibilities spanning record-keeping, access control, fingerprinting, and visitor coordination.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to obtain the NRC 'Q' clearance; Top Secret/Sensitive clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NRC 'Q' security clearance; Top Secret/Sensitive information preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage clearance and access requests for contractors, licensees, and employees.
• Review, validate, and pre-screen security documentation for completeness and compliance.
• Conduct background investigations using applicable databases and systems.
• Maintain electronic personnel security records in PSATS.
• Process and track access requests for SGI and SCI using PSATS and OPM systems.
• Provide customer service via phone and email for security-related inquiries.
• Administer badge enrollment and identity verification under HSPD-12.
• Operate Live Scan fingerprinting systems for biometric data capture.
• Coordinate, process, and monitor visit requests; escort visitors as required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Security clearance knowledge

Background investigations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PSATS

JPAS

MyID

HSPD-12

Job description

Title: Personnel Security Analyst Location: Rockville, MD Status: Full-time - Onsite Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000

Position Summary

The Personnel Security Specialist is responsible for supporting personnel security operations by processing clearance requests, conducting background investigations, maintaining security records, and ensuring compliance with federal security regulations and policies.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Process and manage clearance and access requests for contractors, licensees, and employees in accordance with established personnel security procedures.
• Review, validate, and pre-screen security documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct background investigations and verification checks using systems such as credit reports, FBI fingerprint checks (FBIF), PIPS/CVS, JPAS, CPCI, and other required databases.
• Maintain and update electronic personnel security records within the Personnel Security Adjudicative Tracking System (PSATS).
• Process and track access requests for Safeguards Information (SGI) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) utilizing PSATS and OPM systems.
• Provide customer service support by responding to inbound inquiries and resolving personnel security-related issues via phone and email.
• Administer badge enrollment and identity verification processes using MyID software in compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12).
• Operate Live Scan fingerprinting systems to capture, verify, and process biometric data for employees and contractors.
• Coordinate, process, and monitor visit requests (incoming and outgoing) while ensuring strict adherence to security protocols.
• Escort visitors within controlled or secure areas in accordance with established security guidelines.
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence to support daily Personnel Security Branch (PSB) operations.
• Demonstrate strong administrative, organization, and communication skills.
• Interact tactfully, maintain confidentiality, and communicate professionally with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Perform additional duties and provide operational support as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality of work.
• Ability to successfully obtain and maintain and NRC "Q" security clearance (equivalent to a Top Secret clearance).
• Active Secret or Top Secret/Q clearance - preferred.

Work Environment

• Office

Physical Demands

• Sitting for extended periods, carrying up to 20 pounds.

Benefits

KIC offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k with Match, Life and ADD Coverage, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program, and more!

Disclaimer

This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. KIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to KIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Successful candidates must adhere to KIC's Drug and Alcohol policy/testing requirements and may be required to pass a background and/or Motor Vehicle Records check. The salary range for this position is based on several factors, including relevant experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Salary: $50000 - $60000 per year