Personnel Security Specialist

Protection Strategies Incorporated; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telemedicine

401K

Tuition Assistance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Programs

HSA + HRA

Job summary

Protection Strategies Incorporated is seeking a dedicated HHS Personnel Security Specialist to review investigation request documentation and process e-App packets for federal and contractor employees. You will initiate background investigations, review applicant submissions, and coordinate with applicants for clarifications while handling data-entry tasks and case file creation.

The role involves forwarding cases for processing and submitting the e-App packets for review and processing by DCSA,

Qualifications

• Experience with initiating background investigations and reviewing related forms.
• Proficient in correcting and completing personnel security documents.
• Experience assisting customers with e-App submissions and related clerical tasks.
• Ability to review personnel security documents for accurate processing.

Responsibilities

• Review completed e-App forms and other forms for initiating background investigations.
• Assist applicants with correcting and completing personnel security documents.
• Assist customers with e-App submissions and enter data into the HHS PSC databases; coordinate fingerprint appointments if required.
• Review security documents to ensure accurate processing.
• Support communication between employers, customers, and investigation subjects.

Skills

Background investigations knowledge

e-App submissions

Clerical duties

Data entry

Interagency coordination

Tools

HHS Program Support Center databases

Job description

Join Our Team as a HHS Personnel Security Specialist!

Who We Are:

At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and personnel security expertise for the U.S. Government. Our mission is to safeguard our clients' interests with integrity and innovation, reshaping the landscape of security.

Why PSI?:

Become part of a dedicated team that values people first and believes in making a meaningful impact. We offer cutting-edge solutions that promote safety and protect critical infrastructure. Your hard work will be recognized in our mission-driven culture.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
• Financial Support: 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Disability Products
• Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance, GoodRx, Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA + HRA

Position Overview:

Personnel Security Specialist reviews investigation request documentation for accuracy and completeness and processes e-App packets for federal and contractor employees. They initiate the paperwork for background investigations, review the information submitted by the applicants, correspond with the applicants for clarifying information, are responsible for data entry requirements associated with each record, making case files, forwarding cases for processing, and submitting the e-App packet to be reviewed and forwarded to DCSA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review completed e-App forms and other related and necessary forms for the initiation of background investigations.
• Assist applicants with correcting and completing personnel security documents.
• Assist customers with e-App submissions, perform applicable entries into the HHS Program Support Center personnel security databases, coordinate fingerprint appointments if required, other clerical duties as required.
• Review personnel security documents to ensure accurate processing.
• Support communication between employers, customers, and the subjects of the investigations as needed.

Qualifications:

• Review completed e-App forms and other related and necessary forms for the initiation of background investigations.
• Assist applicants with correcting and completing personnel security documents.
• Assist customers with e-App submissions, perform applicable entries into the HHS Program Support Center personnel security databases, coordinate fingerprint appointments if required, other clerical duties as required.
• Review personnel security documents to ensure accurate processing.
• Support communication between employers, customers, and the subjects of the investigations as needed.

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