Personnel Security Specialist

GRS, Inc.; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GRS, Inc. in Falls Church, VA seeks a Personnel Security Specialist to support investigative and administrative actions ensuring personnel with access to information or facilities are processed for the appropriate security clearance.

The role entails managing security systems, clearance processes, and compliance training. Responsibilities include handling VARs, reviewing forms, communicating across federal levels, preparing status reports on eAPP submissions, and ensuring vault security while

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in security administrative support services.
• Active Tier 3 or Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain personnel security systems (DISS, NBIS, eAPP, NP2 Portal, CVS/PIPs, fingerprinting).
• Handle security clearance processes: initiation, submission, and monitoring.
• Conduct compliance reporting and security training for personnel.
• Process Visitor Access Requests (VARs).
• Review security forms for completion and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at various levels within the Department and other Federal agencies.
• Prepare reports and briefings on the status of eAPP submissions.
• Secure all vaults within secure spaces.
• Provide customer support regarding visitor assistance.

Skills

Security administration

Communication skills

Customer service

MS Office proficiency

Education

HS Diploma

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

DISS

NBIS

eAPP

NP2 Portal

CVS/PIPs

fingerprinting

Job description

Job Description:

Summary:

The Personnel Security Specialist will support stakeholders in investigative and administrative actions needed to ensure that all personnel who require access to information or facilities are efficiently and effectively processed for the appropriate security clearance.

• Administration and maintenance of personnel security systems (DISS, NBIS, eAPP, NP2 Portal, CVS/PIPs, fingerprinting).
• Security clearance process handling, including initiation, submission, and monitoring.
• Compliance reporting and security training for personnel.
• Process Visitor Access Requests (VARs)
• Review security forms for completion and accuracy.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals at various levels within the Department and other Federal agencies
• Prepare reports and brief to stakeholders status of eAPP submissions
• Responsible for securing all vaults within secure spaces
• Provide customer support with regards to visitor assistance

Requirement:

• HS Diploma, Associate's Degree Preferred
• Three (3) years of experience in security administrative support services

Security Requirements:

• Active Tier 3 or Secret Clearance

Skills:

• Detailed knowledge of personnel security administration requirements, DCSA clearance procedures, eApp, NBIS and DISS use and management
• Communicates clearly orally and in writing
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated software (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, Sharepoint)

Physical Requirements

This position requires employees to be willing and able to: sit, bend, reach, stoop, squat, stand, and walk.

Communication

Excellent customer service via phone and face to face conversation, excellent written and oral command of English.

GRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GRS will continue to abide by obligations under VEVRRA and Section 503 physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics that are protected by law.