Personnel Security Analyst / Adjudicator – Senior w/ TS/SCI with FSP

Xcelerate Solutions; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Senior Personnel Security Analyst / Adjudicator with TS/SCI + FSP clearance for on-site work in Herndon, VA. The role focuses on applying ICD 704 and EO 12968 to the most complex cases, leading teams, and liaising with the Adjudication Board to ensure data integrity.

Responsibilities include managing 100+ cases, high-level adjudication, interviewing, and coordinating with stakeholders. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5–7 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of ICD 704 regulations and adjudication processes.
• Ability to lead teams and present to senior stakeholders.
• Experience interviewing subjects to resolve adjudicative issues.

Responsibilities

• Expert Case Management: manage a caseload of 100+ cases across stages and meet monthly production targets.
• High-Level Adjudication: render decisions on complex cases with derogatory information.
• Leadership: guide security teams and coordinate with stakeholders for investigative actions.
• Data Integrity: ensure information is captured and uploaded to iSTARS/STARgate.
• Subject Interviewing: conduct independent interviews to resolve adjudicative issues.

Skills

ICD 704 knowledge

Adjudication leadership

Interviewing

Data integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

iSTARS

STARgate

Job description

Personnel Security Analyst / Adjudicator – Senior w/ TS/SCI with FSP

Personnel Security Analyst / Adjudicator – Senior

The Senior Security Analyst is a subject matter expert who independently applies ICD 704 and EO 12968 to the most complex cases involving significant derogatory information. Requiring rare guidance from Senior Case Managers, the Senior Analyst leads by example in production, data integrity, and team leadership. They serve as a primary liaison between stakeholders and the Adjudication Board.

Clearance: TS/SCI w Full Scope Polygraph

Location: Herndon, VA

Responsibilities:

• Expert Case Management: Independently manage a caseload of over 100 cases in parallel stages, consistently meeting the 23 completed cases per month production standard.
• High-Level Adjudication: Evaluate complex cases with significant derogatory information, rendering expert decisions based on ICD 704 standards.
• Leadership: Lead teams of security professionals across multiple disciplines and take the initiative to collaborate with stakeholders for expanded investigative actions.
• Data Integrity: Ensure all new information generated is electronically captured and uploaded to the official electronic file (iSTARS/STARgate).
• Subject Interviewing: Conduct independent interviews to resolve complex adjudicative issues.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (in a related study) + 5 years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma/GED + 7 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise: Expert-level knowledge of ICD 704 regulations and the Sponsor’s counterintelligence concerns.
• Leadership Skills: Advanced ability to lead teams and provide high-level briefings to senior executive-level stakeholders.
• Information Mastery: Expertise in eliciting, articulating, and documenting sensitive information in a well-organized, cogent manner.