Personnel Security Specialist (Adjudicator - Senior) - iQuasar
Washington, DC
About the Job
PacArctic, LLC is looking for a highly qualified, experienced and self-motivated individual to perform the duties of a Personnel Security Specialist. The Personnel Security Specialist will support PacArtic and our government customer in Washington, DC.
Must possess Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC).
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
The Personnel Security Specialist will utilize skills and experience to perform project tasks. Ensure security requirements associated with the government are met. Coordinates and works with internal and external organizations for solutions for new and developing security programs. Monitors security applications through review and analysis and prepares summary reports. Employs risk management practices in supporting security goals and objectives.
The Personnel Security Specialist is required to have an understanding of the Federal Investigative Standards as found in EO 10450 and 12968, as well as Public Law (PL) 108-458, the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), the Office of Personnel Management, the federal investigative standards, and the Director of Security. They must have extensive technical knowledge and experience initiating and conducting non-criminal personnel security background investigations in accordance with public laws and executive orders, as well as the Federal Investigative Standards set forth by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and Director of National Intelligence (DNI) The qualified candidate will exhibit the ability to work and multitask independently or in a collaborative environment.
Personnel Security Specialist (Adjudicator, Senior-level) Tasks:
- The adjudicator will be knowledgeable in the following tasks to include, but not limited to, preparing clearance certifications for employees to attend classified meetings, foreign and domestic travel, and verification of clearance for general inquiry purposes.
- Review and analyze self-reporting information to determine if additional screening and/or fieldwork is needed.
- Performs evaluations and analysis of existing policies, procedures, processes, techniques, and may prepare investigative interrogatories and reports for adjudicative review.
- For all minor and complex cases, conducts an in-depth analysis of all investigative data obtained according to established federal adjudicative guidelines, prepares summaries for senior-level review and makes recommendations for final consideration of a national security clearance or public trust position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Bachelor's Degree and 5-7 years' experience or 8 years' experience in lieu of degree.
- Top Secret Security Clearance Required
- Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships.
- Innovative thinker, with a track record for translating and executing strategic plans.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interface with all levels of management.
SECURITY CLEARANCE | Top Secret Clearance required. |