Personnel Security Specialist (Senior)

Dutch Ridge Consulting Group (DRCG), LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the security sector is seeking a Senior Personnel Security Specialist to support security assessments and investigations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personnel security, analytical skills, and the ability to conduct thorough investigations. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with federal agencies and contribute to national security efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years' experience or associate's degree with 4 years' experience.
• Five years of experience in personnel security investigations or analysis.
• Technical training/certification as an investigator and/or adjudicator is required.

Responsibilities

• Support security assessment investigations including background investigations and security clearances.
• Conduct complex security assessments and provide recommendations for granting or revoking security clearances.
• Serve as a technical expert in security programs and assist in policy development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

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Company Overview
Dutch Ridge Consulting Group (DRCG) is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). DRCG provides high-level delivery and expertise in DevSecOps, Strategic Planning, Project Administration, Information Technology Solutioning, Systems Integration, and Requirements Delivery in support of six Federal and State Agencies across ten U.S. locations. In support of our core customers, we provide Cybersecurity Engineering and Operations; Core Enterprise Systems O&M Support; Networking; Engineering; Security System and Network Administration Services; Configuration Management; Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) Services; Service Desk Management; COMSEC and Cryptographic Management; Database Management; Insider Threat Prevention and Detection; Cyber Threat Intelligence; Risk Management; and Business Process Reengineering.

Position Overview
The Personnel Security Specialist (Senior) will support security assessment investigations, including background investigations, periodic reinvestigations, and security clearances. The role involves supporting employment suitability determinations and continuous evaluation of employees to ensure eligibility for employment.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Perform all duties associated with a Grade 4 as necessary.
• Develop manuals, forms, instructions, and participate in implementing new or revised programs.
• Conduct exhaustive checks in accordance with FBI Security Program guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Analyze FBI Investigative files and related material to identify, develop, and extract relevant information for security assessments.
• Identify misrepresentations, suspicious conduct, or associations that could indicate security risks.
• Conduct complex security assessments and provide recommendations for granting, continuing, or revoking security clearances.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to lower-grade specialists and assist in resolving complex cases.
• Review cases and correspondence for accuracy and compliance.
• Support the FBI Security Program through investigation oversight and adjudication recommendations.
• Serve as a technical expert in security programs and assist in policy development.
• Prepare summaries, correspondence, and detailed case analyses.
• Coordinate with FBI divisions on foreign nexus concerns and provide high-risk analysis of investigations.
• Evaluate investigation reports and personnel files to make suitability/security recommendations.
• Coordinate and communicate with various agencies and stakeholders.
• Ensure all investigations and reports comply with FBI policies and legal standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years' experience or associate's degree with 4 years' experience.
• Five (5) years of experience in personnel security investigations or analysis.
• Experience interpreting database checks and analyzing investigative reports.
• Over 8 years of experience in Federal law enforcement or over 10 years in personnel security, with security management experience preferred.
• Technical training/certification as an investigator and/or adjudicator is required.
• High-Tier Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (CI polygraph may be required after start).

Location
National Capital Region