Personnel Security Specialist

Protection Strategies Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

HSA & HRA Options

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Protection Strategies Inc. seeks a Personnel Security Specialist in Springfield, VA to support the FPS under DHS. The role includes adjudicating background investigations, conducting suitability determinations, and ensuring security compliance.

You will work with investigators and government personnel to advance cases and maintain thorough case documentation. The position emphasizes federal personnel security adjudications, security vetting, and operations, offering opportunities to develop DHS

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in federal personnel security, adjudications, or related security operations.
• Knowledge of personnel security principles and federal regulations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for evaluating sensitive information.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and adjudicate background investigations and security files for suitability determinations.
• Analyze complex cases and apply federal laws, policies, and guidelines to support decisions.
• Identify concerns, evaluate mitigations, and recommend adjudicative actions.
• Coordinate with government personnel, investigators, and stakeholders to gather information.
• Conduct research using personnel security systems and investigative records.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of vetting forms and documentation.
• Prepare written assessments, recommendations, and security-related correspondence.
• Ensure actions align with DHS and FPS policies and procedures.
• Maintain detailed records throughout the adjudication lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Case management

Security knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Government

Tools

Personnel security systems

Job description

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Personnel Security Specialist

Full Time Clerical Springfield, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1332

Salary Range: $57,000.00 To $61,000.00 Annually

Personnel Security Specialist
Springfield, VA | Full-Time | Onsite
Support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Protective Service (FPS) Personnel Security Program.
Join a team responsible for reviewing and adjudicating personnel security cases that directly impact federal mission readiness and workforce integrity.

Support Critical National Security Missions

Protection Strategies Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist to support the Federal Protective Service (FPS), a component of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

In this role, you will support personnel security adjudications, suitability determinations, and security vetting activities that directly impact the federal workforce. You will work alongside experienced security professionals reviewing investigative records, evaluating personnel security concerns, and ensuring compliance with federal personnel security requirements.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for personnel security professionals seeking to expand their experience in adjudications, security vetting, and federal personnel security operations while supporting an important national security mission.

This role is ideal for security professionals seeking to build expertise in federal personnel security adjudications and gain valuable DHS experience. Team members have opportunities to expand their knowledge of suitability determinations, security vetting, and federal personnel security operations while supporting a high-visibility security mission.

What You'll Do

• Review, evaluate, and adjudicate background investigations, personnel security files, and related documentation to support suitability and security eligibility determinations.
• Analyze complex personnel security cases and apply federal laws, regulations, policies, and adjudicative guidelines to support decision-making.
• Identify areas of concern, evaluate mitigating information, and recommend appropriate adjudicative actions.
• Coordinate with government personnel, investigators, and internal stakeholders to obtain required information and advance cases through the adjudication process.
• Conduct research utilizing personnel security systems, databases, and investigative records.
• Review personnel security vetting forms and documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal requirements.
• Prepare written assessments, recommendations, and security-related correspondence.
• Ensure personnel security actions are completed in accordance with DHS and FPS policies and procedures.
• Maintain detailed records and case documentation throughout the adjudication lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of experience supporting a federal personnel security program, adjudications, suitability determinations, security clearance processing, or related security operations.
• Knowledge of personnel security principles, federal security regulations, and adjudicative processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate sensitive information and make sound recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DHS, FPS, DOD, or other federal agencies.
• Experience reviewing background investigations and personnel security files.
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Government, or a related field.
• Active or previous Tier 4 (Public Trust) investigation

Why PSI?

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
Support High-Visibility Federal Missions
Opportunities for Career Advancement
Collaborative Team Environment
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Long-Term Government Contract Support

Benefits Highlights

Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
HSA & HRA Options
Commuter Benefits

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.

Practical AI Application

• Applies AI tools to streamline workflows, enhance decision-making, and improve outcomes
• Understands the strengths and limitations of AI systems and exercises sound judgment in their use
• Continuously explores new AI capabilities and integrates them into day-to-day work where appropriate
• Uses AI in alignment with company and customer-specific policies, data privacy standards, and ethical guidelines
• Exercises discretion when using AI with sensitive or proprietary information
• Demonstrates awareness of bias, accuracy, and risk considerations when leveraging AI tools