Security & Suitability Adjudicator

Protection Strategies Incorporated; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Disability Products

Employee Assistance

GoodRx

Commuter Benefits

HSA

HRA

Job summary

Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI) seeks a qualified Background Investigations Adjudicator to assess character, conduct, and suitability for access to classified information. You will apply guidelines to make fair determinations based on investigative findings.

The role requires evaluating investigations, identifying mitigating information, and preparing detailed summaries with recommended actions for processing. Strong writing and briefing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience in personnel security.
• Five (5) years of experience adjudicating suitability and security background investigations.
• Successful completion of an accredited Basic and Advanced Suitability Adjudication Course.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and knowledge of processing e-QIP.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Work with tight and often conflicting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Screen, review, and evaluate completed background investigations for suitability and security access.
• Identify and analyze derogatory and mitigating information for suitability and for national security.
• Request supporting documentation from applicants related to financial, criminal, or other matters.
• Prepare adjudicative analytical summaries with recommended actions and rationale.
• Manage government signature requests for additional information and Suitability Letters (LOAs).
• Manage caseload with appropriate follow-up based on government timelines.
• Review appeals and reconsideration requests and summarize findings.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Deadline management

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in personnel security

Basic & Advanced Suitability Adjudication Courses

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

e-QIP

Job description

Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI) seeks a qualified Background Investigations Adjudicator to assess character, conduct, and suitability for access to classified information. You will apply guidelines to make fair determinations based on investigative findings.

The role requires evaluating investigations, identifying mitigating information, and preparing detailed summaries with recommended actions for processing. Strong writing and briefing skills are essential.