Personnel Security Specialist (6228)

International Executive Service Corps; Springfield (VA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Old Harbor Solutions seeks a Security Specialist with a Top-Secret Clearance to support personnel security processing in Springfield, VA. The role involves reviewing applications, initiating investigations, and coordinating with various agencies to determine eligibility for sensitive positions.

The candidate should have 2+ years of adjudication experience, strong technical knowledge of security regulations, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifikationen

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• PSS must be favorably adjudicated for a Top-Secret Clearance position.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience adjudicating suitability and national security background investigations.
• Ability to apply high technical knowledge to personnel security programs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Review and evaluate security applications for personnel security processing.
• Initiate investigative processing based on position sensitivity and clearance level.
• Conduct pre-employment checks (CVS, DISS, JVS, credit and citizenship checks).
• Verify existing security clearance access and prior investigation files.
• Adjudicate reports of investigation and personnel files for clearance eligibility.
• Use Security Case Management Systems and databases (OPM NP2 Portal, PIPS, CVS, DHS ISMS).
• Analyze data and apply applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate with internal and external personnel to support the personnel security program.
• Process SEAD 3 reporting and CE program reports.
• Review fitness pre-appointment packages and provide risk-based recommendations.

Kenntnisse

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Ausbildung

Advanced Suitability Course

Basic Suitability Course

Tools

Microsoft Office

NP2

DISS

NBIS

e-App

JVS

CVS

Jobbeschreibung

Old Harbor Solutions,a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking a Security Specialist with a Top-Secret Clearance to join our Team in Springfield, VA.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and evaluate security applications submitted for personnel security processing.
• Initiate investigative processing appropriate to the position sensitivity and/or level of security clearance required; review forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct pre-employment checks to complete the intake process, including Central Verification System (CVS), Defense Information Systems for Security (DISS), Joint Verification System (JVS), credit bureau checks, and citizenship checks, as applicable.
• Obtain prior investigation files and verify existing security clearance access, as applicable.
• Review, evaluate, and adjudicate reports of investigation, personnel files, and other records to assist Personnel Security Adjudicators in determining eligibility for security clearances and/or sensitive positions.
• Use databases and advanced technology systems to gather and review personnel security information, including OPM NP2 Portal, Personnel Investigation Processing Systems (PIPS), CVS, and DHS ISMS.
• Analyze data and apply applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures while exercising sound judgment, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Coordinate with internal and external personnel to carry out activities supporting the personnel security program.
• Process Security Executive Agent Directive (SEAD) 3 reporting and Continuous Evaluation (CE) program reports and alerts, as required.
• Review completed fitness pre-appointment packages and make risk-based assessments and recommendations for pre-appointment determinations in accordance with applicable federal policies and regulations.
• Review completed investigations and inquiries from various providers and sources and make recommendations regarding fitness, eligibility for sensitive positions, and/or eligibility for classified information.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
• The PSS must be favorably adjudicated for a Top-Secret Clearance position and enrolled in a CE program to support role.
• Minimum of Two (2) years of experience adjudicating suitability and national security background investigations of varying levels of complexities.
• Must have the demonstrated ability to apply high technical knowledge in solving complex problems and applies law, regulation, policy, and procedures to personnel security programs.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Must be organized and have excellent oral and written communication skills commensurate with the demands of the personnel security specialist position.
• Demonstrated ability to compose letters of action to include LOI, NOT, NOPA, and NOD’s.
• Successful completion of an accredited Basic and Advanced Suitability and National Security Adjudication Courses. Advanced Suitability Course must be completed within 6 months of onboarding, if not already received.
• Demonstrated ability in the efficient use of Security Case Management Systems.
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite applications.
• Experienced user of NP2, DISS, and NBIS applications, with special emphasis on e-App, JVS, and CVS.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate and grammatically compose content using the English language.
• Ability to multi-task and handle heavy workloads.

Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.