Personnel Security Specialist III

24 hours ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Advantage SCI Full time
Job Title: Personnel Security Specialist III

Job Summary:

Advantage SCI is seeking a highly skilled Personnel Security Specialist III to support a federal agency personnel security program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personnel security, clearance investigations, and security awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough investigations and analysis to determine suitability for employment or access to classified information.
  • Review and analyze requests for investigations, including security clearances, reciprocity, requirements, violations, and assessments.
  • Conduct Personnel Security Interviews (PSIs) and prepare detailed analysis of all information developed.
  • Assist in conducting preliminary and final reviews of statements of personal history and related data prior to the initiation of background investigation procedures.
  • Conduct background investigations (BIs) of individuals who would occupy positions where a determination of suitability for employment or access to classified information is required.
  • Prepare reports on investigations resulting from interviews conducted during BIs.
  • Draft summary sheets on the results of investigations for all assigned cases.
  • Perform duties of Personnel Security Specialist II, as necessary, which may include initiating or performing extensive indices checks, arrest record checks, etc.

Requirements:

  • Current TOP SECRET clearance and SCI eligibility.
  • Bachelor's Degree with two (2) years' experience or associate degree with four (4) years' experience. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, eight (8) years' federal, state, local or military law enforcement experience is required.
  • Minimum of four (4) years of experience developing and writing Reports of Investigation that form basis for creation of investigative record.
  • Six (6) years of experience in the personnel security investigative or investigative analyst field.
  • Experience interpreting Governmental and commercial database checks to identify areas of concern during the investigative process.
  • Experience developing investigative reports and other sources of information to identify security vulnerabilities; to develop investigative leads; to propose a recommendation as to the approval, denial, or revocation of eligibility for access to national security information based on the application of the appropriate adjudicative standards.
  • Experience conducting and interpreting database checks and credit reports.
  • Experience performing routine office administrative support functions.
  • Demonstrated analytical ability to critically review and analyze various types of incoming material and investigative reports to discern potential security vulnerabilities and to identify viable investigative leads.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience to conduct established Federal Government standards for investigations, BIs, and security investigations relating to suitability and security standards.
  • Proficient computer skills to include Internet use and expert knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with various Federal LE and IC IT systems for conducting automated record checks.
  • Knowledge of and experience with use of applicable commercial and Federal Government database systems.
  • Performing database searches for information related to personnel security.
  • Experience with security of program data and materials.
  • Processing security clearance and BI documentation in preparation for adjudication.
  • Preparing documentation for Government agencies and customers.
  • Performing multiple administrative tasks dealing with databases queries, filing, processing mail, and performing audits.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience conducting interviews and security briefings, discussing analysis and opinion in a concise, logical, and objective manner, and preparing written communications setting forth analyses and recommendations.
  • Thorough knowledge of the indices systems, various record check systems, and file review processes to develop and extract the most complete and accurate information.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the following security-related/investigative guidelines: Federal Investigative Standards (FISs), Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs), Executive Orders (EOs), U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (US CFR), Trusted Workforce and Continuous Vetting (CV) Programs.

Working Conditions:

  • Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
  • Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach.
  • Able to sit, stand, walk, run.
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Advantage SCI, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Advantage SCI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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