SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST (ICA)

Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency; Boyers (PA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency in Boyers, PA, seeks a Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist (ICA) to lead case management operations within Personnel Vetting. The role supervises a team of security specialists, directs daily activities, and ensures regulatory compliance across assignments.

The position requires strong leadership, process improvement, and interagency collaboration. Telework is eligible as part of the duties in this DoD environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Personnel Security Specialists and support staff conducting case review and quality assurance.
• Plan, direct, operate, control and evaluate the operation of the teams with resources and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Oversee mentoring, training, and auditing initiatives to ensure quality products and interagency coordination.

Job description

SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST (ICA)

• Hiring Agency: Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency

DCSA's Personnel Vetting is looking for a transformational and dynamic leader to serve as a Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist located in Boyers, PA. This person will be required to lead, plan, direct, control, and evaluate the policies, procedures, and day-to-day operations of the Case Management Field Support and Review Team. Visit www.dcsa.mil to learn more about our agency.

Key Responsibilities

This is a Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist position located within Case Management, Personnel Vetting, Defense Counterintelligence Security and Agency (DCSA), Department of War (DoW). Located in Boyers, PA. As a SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST (ICA) you will be responsible for the following duties: Supervise a team of Personnel Security Specialists and support staff conducting case review and quality assurance within a specific area of responsibility.

Plan, direct, operate, control and evaluate the operation of the teams. Ensure the effective use of material resources necessary for day-to-day team operations, to include case distribution and compliance with all pertinent legal and regulatory requirements. Oversee the Personnel Security Specialist mentoring process and recommend formal training. Oversee internal review and auditing initiatives to ensure quality products.

Resolve problems within the scope of his/her authority, referring other problems (with recommendations or solutions) to the Program Manager. Direct communication and customer service initiatives with external partners to resolve complex personnel security inquiries and facilitate seamless interagency case coordination.

Requirements & Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $110047 – $143062/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.