Security Specialist IV - Senior Investigations Branch Support

Armada Ltd; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Security Specialist IV to support their Investigations Branch. This role involves managing security programs, training staff, and ensuring compliance with security procedures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in personnel security, a Bachelor's degree, and an active Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 11-14 years of experience in personnel security.
• Experience with reviewing SF-85/SF-86.
• 1 year experience in Background Investigator or Personnel Security Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing security programs and operations.
• Train contractor staff on PERSEC procedures.
• Monitor compliance with PERSEC policies.

Skills

Security compliance monitoring

Data analysis

Background investigation

Personnel security procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

Security Specialist IV – Senior Investigations Branch Support

• 7500 GEOINT Dr, Springfield, VA 22150, USA

Security Clearance Required : Active Top Secret

• CONTINGENT UPON AWARD

Duties & Responsibilities :

• The Security Specialist IV / Senior Investigation Branch shall be responsible to perform and / or directly support the duties to the established PERSEC and Investigations Branch (SISPI) programs.
• The Security Specialist IV / Senior Investigation Branch shall ensure the contractor support individuals / team provide timely security support to Personnel Security's internal and external tasking's, projects, and programs.
• The Security Specialist IV / Senior Investigation Branch shall document and manage collection of contractor team members Weekly Activity Report (WAR) actions in the SISP designated template and timeline to the Government Team Lead.
• Responsible for training Investigations Branch contractor staff with desired skillset and PERSEC operating procedures for their respective duties, as needed.
• Responsible for providing back-up support when a contractor vacancy exists.
• Responsible for keeping Government POCs and Team Leads abreast of staffing changes, personnel transition plans, personnel onboarding status, and training plans in a timely manner.
• Monitor and manage supported security programs and operations by providing status reports and recommendations to Government POCs.
• Assist, collaborate, liaison, and coordinate with other internal and external customers, as needed.
• Provide agency level technical expertise concerning the personnel security disciplines and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor security compliance with PERSEC guidelines / procedures / policy through the review and analysis of appropriate metrics and records.
• Research, prepare and maintain security procedures / guidance for Investigations Branch Teams, as needed.
• Provide security guidance and analyze complex data for contractors using DoD and IC regulations and requirements and make appropriate program recommendations to Government Team Leads.
• Design and develop report capabilities, generate reports containing security metrics and other statistical information; and further prepare and present briefings on security database operations, and metrics, as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) :

Required :

• Demonstrate experience with reviewing Standard Form-85 / 86 and understand scoping requirements.
• Understand and be able to analyze the security repositories (e.g., PAS / DISS, Scattered Castles, DCSA's NP2 Portal, eQIP, PIPS / CVS).
• 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.
• Demonstrate experience with the requirements for initiating, releasing, and completing TIER 1 investigations.

Minimum / General Experience & Education :

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field to personnel security
• Extensive experience in personnel security (11-14 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.

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