Personnel Security Specialist

1 week ago


Washington, United States ADVANCED DECISION VECTORS, LLC Full time

Personnel Security Specialist (Active Secret Clearance) Advanced Decision Vectors, LLC (ADV) was established in 2009, provides superior program management, program support, strategic planning, and systems engineering to the Federal and Commercial sectors. Located in Alexandria, Virginia, ADV is a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) contractor that has roots established in the Department of Defense and support agencies. At ADV, our company values are Integrity, Distinction, Experience and Achievement. Our prime client, The Peace Corps, the Office of Safety and Security, Information & Personnel Security (IPS) Office is responsible for conducting personnel security background and adjudication of all Peace Corps staff and contractors to determine security clearance suitability for access to Peace Corps facility and network systems. We are seeking a Personnel Security Specialist to ensure accurate and timely processing of security clearance and maintaining appropriate documentation on granting of security clearances to include US Access, Peace Corps Case management system, and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) security. Location of this role is at Peace Corps HQ in Washington, DC. Work location: once established in role, is 2 days telework and 3 days client location. Contract duration: We are prime for this 5 year contract through 9/2027. Pre-employment requirements: Due to client requirements, successful credit check and drug test will be required prior to starting role. Responsibilities include: Initiate Public Trust and National Security Clearance Investigations and other employee and contractor background investigations for the Peace Corps in e-App (former e-QIP) on NBIS and provide assistance as needed to selectees and employees throughout the background investigation process. Provide access to selectees and serviced employees to the e-QIP system and ensure it is completed by the employees/applicants. Monitor the status of background investigations, update the case management system, PCCATs, as appropriate, and handle returned investigations. Provide appropriate forms, answer questions, identify controversial issues or problem areas and present these issues to Personnel Security Specialists for resolution. Provide personnel security program assistance to Personnel Security Specialists regarding suitability factors, proper completion of investigative forms and criteria for determining position sensitivity designations. Utilize USAccess and DCSA systems as needed for preparing packages for vetting of candidates by the Personnel Security Specialists. Update and assist with scrubbing of data within the PCCATs case management system. Assist in enrollments into Continuous Evaluation and Rapback. Ensure all processes and requirements established by NIST and all services performed are carried out in a consistent and reliable manner in accordance with Federal policies and procedures. Recommend, develop, and implement new procedures to foster the efficiency and effectiveness of the HSPD-12 and e-QIP personnel security program. Maintain and provide statistical reports and spreadsheets related to security as needed. Required Experience: 2+ years of experience Possess an Active Secret security clearance Must have undergone a Tier 3 or Tier 5 background investigation, or a periodic reinvestigation within the past three (3) years Willing to undergo a periodic reinvestigation every five (5) years Additionally, submit an OF-306 “Declaration for Federal Employment” Additional Qualifications: Knowledge of USAccess system in order to prepare documents and implement the card access program. Knowledge of the e-QIP/e-App initiation and review functions, PIPS/CVS applications administered via the DCSA Portal. Comprehensive working knowledge of the regulations, policies, principles and procedures of the personnel security program. Ability to analyze and evaluate security information in accordance with guidelines and recommend changes or modifications to ensure compliance with regulations. Knowledge of Federal security laws and regulations as well as Peace Corps policies to interpret and apply such guidelines, manage and/or enhance existing security program activities. Exceptional communication skills to interact effectively with customers and to present oral and written reports to officials of the Peace Corps and other agencies. Capable of utilizing Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat at a minimum in order to prepare security paperwork, information, and analysis. Pre-employment requirements: Due to client requirements, successful credit check and drug test will be required prior to starting role. At Advanced Decision Vectors, Inc., we value your contributions and strive to support your overall well-being. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, along with paid leave, professional development opportunities, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our recognition awards program acknowledges exceptional performance and the demonstration of our company values which are Integrity, Distinction, Experience, and Achievement (IDEA). Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week regularly are eligible to participate in ADV's benefit programs. For those who do not meet this threshold, select offerings are available, excluding health benefits. Salary at ADV is determined by various factors, such as location, education, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as organizational requirements and contract-specific considerations. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,000.00 to $63,000.00 annually (USD). Please note that this estimate represents the typical salary range and is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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