Personnel Security Specialist

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE seeks a Personnel Security Specialist to support vetting processes for government projects. You will manage security records, screen personnel, and coordinate with sponsors and project teams to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

The role expects strong attention to detail, multi-tasking, and the ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance. On-site presence is required, with eligibility for security credentials and related duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related experience with a high school diploma or equivalent, or 2 years with an associate degree.
• Experience with eApp, SF86, DISS, NBIS, and ICD 704 is a plus.
• Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills; attention to detail and communication.
• Ability to handle PII with discretion and maintain security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Utilize MITRE security database to manage cases and maintain personnel security records.
• Screen and process employees and contingent workers for background investigations.
• Perform status checks and provide updates to sponsors and subjects.
• Prepare security documentation in coordination with project leaders and management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Discretion with PII

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Tools

eApp

SF86

DISS

NBIS

ICD 704

Job description

At MITRE, your passion fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is where your skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health, transportation, and citizen services. We’re a nonprofit engineering, applied research, and advanced technology organization working in the public interest. With objectivity and integrity at our core, we lead federally funded research and development centers for U.S. government agencies - collaborating with industry and academia to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions that advance our nation’s health, security, and prosperity. Our people tackle the toughest technical challenges, supported by competitive benefits, meaningful career development, and a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Choose MITRE for a career with purpose - and help shape the future.

Department Summary:

A Personnel Security Specialist provides professional and agile support to employees undergoing vetting by various U.S. government agencies according to agency-specific policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Utilize a robust MITRE-developed security database to manage cases under your purview, and maintain meticulous company personnel security records.
• Utilize various government personnel security databases to perform submissions and status checks available to industry.
• Screen and process employees and contingent workers for background investigations utilizing eApp and other tools.
• Perform scheduled follow-ups to obtain case status with sponsors, update databases, and provide status updates to subjects to keep them well-informed.
• Conduct project revalidations and prepare security documentation in coordination with project leaders, and provide periodic reports to management and stakeholders.
• Maintain processing procedures and instructions to ensure relevancy and accuracy.
• Establish and maintain an excellent working rapport with sponsor counterparts to ensure understanding and compliance of personnel security policy across a wide spectrum.
• Perform general duties of the office (e.g., fingerprinting, periodic reviews, clearance upgrades/downgrades, site transfers, running reports, etc.), and the ability to work overtime as may be necessary.

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience with a high school diploma or equivalent in education, or 2 years’ experience and an associate degree, or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Working knowledge of eApp, SF86, Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), 32 CFR 117: The NISPOM Rule, and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 704 a plus.
• Superb multi-tasking and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, excellent oral and written communication, and ability to grasp new concepts and adapt quickly.
• Ability to exercise the utmost discretion in the handling of Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government’s eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
• This position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

None

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

Top Secret

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$67,600 - $84,500 - $101,400 Annual

Work Location Type:

Onsite

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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