Security Clearance Adjudicator

Protection Strategies Incorporated; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI) is seeking a Background Investigations Adjudicator to evaluate candidates for employment and access to classified information.

You will apply guidelines and judgment to make fair determinations based on investigative findings, supporting government timelines and signature requests. Responsibilities include reviewing investigations, analyzing derogatory and mitigative information, and drafting detailed adjudicative summaries with actionable recommendations for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in personnel security.
• Five years of experience adjudicating suitability and security background investigations.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and knowledge of processing e-QIP.
• Strong report writing skills and ability to work with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Screen, review, and evaluate completed background investigations for suitability and national security.
• Identify and analyze derogatory information and mitigating factors for suitability and security.
• Request supporting documentation from applicants as required.
• Prepare adjudicative summaries with recommended actions and rationale.
• Manage government signature requests and advisory letters; coordinate with stakeholders.
• Maintain caseload with timely follow-up per government timelines.
• Review appeals and provide findings summaries.

Skills

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

e-QIP processing

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in personnel security

Tools

Microsoft Office

e-QIP

Job description

Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI) is seeking a Background Investigations Adjudicator to evaluate candidates for employment and access to classified information.

You will apply guidelines and judgment to make fair determinations based on investigative findings, supporting government timelines and signature requests. Responsibilities include reviewing investigations, analyzing derogatory and mitigative information, and drafting detailed adjudicative summaries with actionable recommendations for