Security Specialist II - Case Initiation Team Support

ARMADA, Ltd.; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMADA, Ltd. is seeking a Security Specialist II for the Case Initiation Team in Washington, DC. The position handles personnel security processes, prepares reports, and maintains program standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and multiple years of relevant experience, including a required active Top Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of general knowledge in personnel security.
• At least 1 year experience as Background Investigator or Personnel Security Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and maintenance to established PERSEC programs.
• Prepare and administer PERSEC program briefings.
• Maintain and update databases and files.

Skills

Familiarity with Standard Form-85/86

Understanding security repositories

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Security Specialist II - Case Initiation Team Support

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Type: Full Time

Location: Washington, DC

Overtime Exempt: Yes

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Active Top Secret

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Duties & Responsibilities

• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall provide support and maintenance to established PERSEC programs.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall support the execution of the day-to-day NGA PERSEC & Case Initiation Team program.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall prepare, support, and administer PERSEC program briefings, as needed.
• Prepare, write, and present reports/whitepapers, various forms of correspondence, as required.
• Brief SISPI leadership and other NGA KC's regarding the program requirements and regulations.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall appropriately and accurately maintain and update databases and files (i.e., PeopleSoft security system of records, SISPI SharePoint Page, internal SISP file folders, etc.) with data entry in a timely manner/real time.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall respond in a timely manner to all telephone and/or email actions, questions, or status inquiries to include checks of internal and external personnel security databases.
• Assist in maintaining distribution lists for customers to contact PERSEC, as needed/required.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall bring case security issues to the attention of the government Team Leads
• Assist the government PERSEC team to help in developing recommendations for improvement.
• Provide service excellence in guidance and resolution to internal and external customers' questions and inquiries in a timely manner for support to their programs.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team utilizes a variety of security concepts, principles and practices to analyze and recommend solutions for difficult and complex security issues.
• Document and provide Weekly Activity Report (WAR) actions in the SISP designated template and timeline to the Government Team Lead.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall collect, investigate; research, document, and forward to adjudications, all reportable information from employees and contractors within the mandated timelines (e.g., IRTPA, DNI, etc.).
• Prepare accurate and quality reports of investigation.
• Process applicants within 14 calendar days to meet IRTPA/DNI mandates.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall process employee periodic re-investigation initiations within 15 calendar days to meet IRTPA mandates.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall identify any outstanding actions on a weekly basis to the government Team Lead to may impact IRTPA mandate timelines.
• Process CIA Detailed cases within seven business days of assignment.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall process Phased Eligibility cases within seven calendar days of completion of polygraph (e.g., FLEX processing), as assigned.
• The Security Specialist II / Case Initiation Team shall prioritize high priority initiatives/cases as coordinated/assigned by the Government Team Lead.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Familiarity with reviewing Standard Form-85/86 and understand scoping requirements
• Understand and be able to analyze the security repositories (e.g., JPAS/DISS, Scattered Castles, DCSA's NP2 Portal, eQIP, PIPS/CVS).
  
  

Desired

• Knowledge of SEADS 4, and 6 and a deep understanding of SEADS 3 and 7 and understand how to apply the regulation appropriately to each case.
• Understand the Continuous Evaluation (CE) implementation under ODNI for IC Agencies.
• Understand the application of reciprocity to applicant cases enrolled in DOD CE with a deferred investigation.
  
  

Minimum/General Experience & Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field to personnel security
• General knowledge of/experience in personnel security (3-6 years) in the DOD/IC
• A minimum of 1 year of previous Background Investigator, Personnel Security Specialist, or TS/SCI adjudicative experience.
  
  

Disclaimer

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position.

Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Security and Investigations

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