Personnel Security Specialist (TS/SCI CI POLY)

Take2 Consulting, LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Take2 Consulting, LLC in McLean, Virginia seeks a dedicated Personnel Security Specialist to support federal security adjudication and accreditation processes. You will apply national security policies to critical clearances while collaborating with a skilled team to develop security-as-a-service initiatives.

The role requires proactive, detail-oriented work style and the ability to manage complex investigations in a fast-paced setting within federal guidelines.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in personnel security adjudication or related fields.
• High School Diploma.
• TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Experience with documentation, due process, and interview procedures related to security clearance investigations.
• Ability to review complex investigative reports and make informed security determinations.

Responsibilities

• Draft comprehensive written rationales for clearance denials or revocations, including Letters of Intent (LOI) and Statements of Reason (SOR).
• Request supplemental investigations, conduct subject interviews (PRSI) to resolve derogatory information, and interface with federal law enforcement or counterintelligence partners.
• Maintain accurate, real-time status updates in national security databases.
• Independently review complex Reports of Investigation (ROIs), polygraph results, and continuous vetting alerts.
• Make security clearance determinations based on the “whole-person” concept.
• Strictly apply the 13 National Security Adjudicative Guidelines under SEAD 4, ICD 704, and relevant Executive Orders to evaluate foreign influence, financial issues, and personal conduct.

Skills

Security adjudication

Interviewing

Documentation

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Personnel Security Specialist to support high-level security adjudication and accreditation processes. This role requires a strong understanding of security protocols, national security databases, and policy application under strict federal guidelines. You will work closely with a highly skilled team to provide adjudication expertise for critical security clearances and support the development of security as a service within the organization. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing complex investigations in a fast-paced environment.

Clearance Requirements

Top Secret/SCI CI Poly

Work Arrangement

Onsite at McLean

Responsibilities

• Draft comprehensive written rationales for clearance denials or revocations, including Letters of Intent (LOI) and Statements of Reason (SOR).
• Request supplemental investigations, conduct subject interviews (PRSI) to resolve derogatory information, and interface with federal law enforcement or counterintelligence partners.
• Maintain accurate, real-time status updates in national security databases.
• Independently review complex Reports of Investigation (ROIs), polygraph results, and continuous vetting alerts.
• Make security clearance determinations based on the “whole-person” concept.
• Strictly apply the 13 National Security Adjudicative Guidelines under SEAD 4, ICD 704, and relevant Executive Orders to evaluate foreign influence, financial issues, and personal conduct.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in personnel security adjudication or related fields.
• High School Diploma.
• TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Experience with documentation, due process, and interview procedures related to security clearance investigations.
• Ability to review complex investigative reports and make informed security determinations.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with national security databases and policy frameworks such as SEAD 4 and ICD 704.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a team environment.