Security Support D (PERSEC)

L3Harris Technologies; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, in Rochester, NY, seeks a Security Support D (PERSEC) to ensure compliance with U.S. Government PerSec requirements.

The role develops security education, briefs cleared personnel, and manages DoW clearance processes, reciprocity, and security databases including DISS, NBIS, and Scattered Castles. Responsibilities include updating security records, coordinating with Security, HR and Program teams, and handling sensitive inquiries while maintaining DoD guidance familiarity

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all U.S. Government PerSec requirements.
• Develop and implement security education and awareness training.
• Conduct indoctrination briefings for cleared personnel on their responsibilities.
• Debrief individuals who no longer have a need-to-know (NTK).
• Process clearance investigation applications and determine reciprocity of investigations.
• Utilize security databases such as DISS, NBIS and Scattered Castles.
• Interface with DoD guidance and 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM.
• Create and maintain personnel security records and databases.
• Handle sensitive inquiries from internal and external customers and staff.

Skills

Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree (2 years post-secondary)

Tools

DISS

NBIS

Scattered Castles

SIMS

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title:

Security Support D (PERSEC)

Job Code:

41837

Job Location:

Rochester, NY

Job Schedule:

9/80

Job Description:

Seeking a self-starter who can efficiently manage a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment to ensure L3Harris compliance with all U.S. Government customer Personnel Security (PerSec) requirements. The role involves developing and implementing an effective security education and awareness training program, briefing individuals on their security clearance responsibilities, and debriefing those who no longer have a need-to-know (NTK). Responsibilities include processing Department of War (DoW) clearance applications, determining reciprocity for investigations, and utilizing security databases to include DISS & Scattered Castles & NBIS.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures L3Harris compliance to all U.S. Government customer PerSec requirements
• Assist with developing and implementing an effective security education and awareness training program
• Conduct indoctrination briefings and educating cleared personnel on their clearance responsibilities
• Debriefing individuals who no longer have a NTK or resign from their position
• Process clearance investigation applications for perspective candidates and employees. Determine whether subjects of investigation can be granted reciprocity by a completed investigation from another agency.
• Utilize security databases, such as Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) and Scattered Castles.
• Familiarization with DoD guidance and 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM.
• Utilize U.S. Government systems to initiate personnel to complete their security questionnaire. Interface with personnel in support of their investigation; assist with eApp access issues or questions.
• Review investigative documents completed by personnel for errors, omissions, and quality.
• Work with applicants and points of contact (Security, Human Resources, Program) on case issues.
• Receive notifications from U.S. Government regarding background investigation case matters and refer such information to appropriate staff personnel.
• Perform security functions to include updating and maintaining personnel security databases/repositories and creating employee security records.
• Handle sensitive inquiries made by internal and external customers and employees.
• Assist with routine and non-routine administrative requirements on project/program related efforts.

Qualifications:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Working knowledge of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD's) and supplement Information system security experience
• Familiarity with DISS, NBIS, Pre-Screening Questionnaire’s, Scattered Castles, and Security Information Management System (SIMS)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York is $49,500 - $91,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

• health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• parental leave
• paid time off
• company-paid holidays

The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.