Security Clearance Adjudication Senior Consultant, Forensics and Investigations

PowerToFly; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte's GPS practice is seeking a Project - Senior Consultant, Forensics and Investigations, to adjudicate security clearances and support national security initiatives. The role emphasizes independent work, collaboration, and meticulous documentation within a government-focused environment.

The successful candidate will have TS/SCI with Polygraph, 5+ years in personnel security, 3+ years in case adjudication, and willingness to co-locate in Bethesda, MD. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• 5+ years of experience in personnel security in a government or national security setting.
• 3+ years of experience in case adjudication related to security clearance determinations.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities within a work model that requires professionals to co-locate in person 5 days per week in Bethesda, MD.
• Ability to travel 5-25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Responsibilities

• Review complex ROIs, polygraph results, and vetting alerts; determine security clearances.
• Apply the 13 National Security Adjudicative Guidelines under SEAD 4, ICD 704, and relevant EO.
• Draft Letters of Intent (LOI) and Statements of Reason (SOR) for clearance decisions.
• Gather information, conduct subject interviews (PRSI), and interface with federal partners.
• Maintain accurate, real-time status updates in national security databases.
• Lead projects or workstreams and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Polygraph

Case adjudication

Government security domain

In-person co-location

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our Deloitte Regulatory, Risk & Forensic team helps client leaders translate multifaceted risk and an evolving regulatory environment into defensible actions that strengthen, protect, and transform their organization. Join our team and use advanced data, AI, and emerging technologies with industry insights to help clients bring clarity from complexity and accelerate their path to value creation.

Work You'll Do

As a Project - Senior Consultant, Forensics and Investigations, on the project, you will:

• Case Adjudication: Independently review complex Reports of Investigation (ROIs), polygraph results, and continuous vetting alerts. Make security clearance determinations based on the "whole-person" concept.
• Policy Application: 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.
• Documentation & Due Process: Draft comprehensive written rationales for clearance denials or revocations, including Letters of Intent (LOI) and Statements of Reason (SOR).
• Information Gathering: Request supplemental investigations, conduct subject interviews (PRSI) to resolve derogatory information, and interface with federal law enforcement or counterintelligence partners.
• Database Management: Maintain accurate, real-time status updates in national security databases.

The successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The Team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our Forensic, Discovery, & Financial Crime offering provides services to support anti-money laundering, discovery, business disputes and investigations. Protect brands from financial crime and other corporate misconduct, as well as enable government organizations with tradecraft & technology to combat emerging and evolving threats.

The Project Talent Model is designed for professionals with specialized skills that align to a current client need. Team members focus on delivering services to clients, without additional expectations related to business development or promotion. Their employment is tied to their role on a project, and they are eligible for a benefits package that is competitive for project-focused professionals.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required
• 5+ years of experience in personnel security in a government or national security setting
• 3+ years of experience in case adjudication related to security clearance determinations
• Ability to perform job responsibilities within a work model that requires professionals to co-locate in person 5 days per week in Bethesda, MD.
• Ability to travel 5-25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Preferred:

• Experience drafting clearance denials or revocations, including Letters of Intent (LOI) and Statements of Reason (SOR)
• Experience operating within the 13 National Security Adjudicative Guidelines

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Bethesda, MD, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to Bethesda, MD and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.A reasonable estimate of the current range is$97,700 to $162,800.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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