BOND Program Personnel Security Assistant II

Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA)•Alexandria, VA
•$62,118 - $99,389

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Personnel Security Specialist II executes elements of the personnel security program, enforcing security policies and procedures in compliance with 32 CFR PART 117 National Industrial Security Operations Procedures Manual (NISPOM) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICD). This role is responsible for the oversight of data entry and integrity in the Security Information Management System (SIMS) database. Utilizes Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) and other databases and tracking systems to perform a variety of personnel security actions. Participates in preparing for security reviews conducted by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and other US Government agencies. Provides personnel security guidance to IDA HQ, SAC and STPI staff. This position is a 2-year term appointment with the possibility for extension.

Requirements

  • Four years of related security experience with at least two years of experience in personnel security operations or equivalent experience.
  • Proficiency in use of computers and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
  • Possess strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability work effectively with all levels of staff; ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively under deadlines with tact and diplomacy.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances.
  • Successful completion of criminal background check is required.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • Two years of experience with SIMS is preferred.
  • Completion of SIMS related training is desired.
  • Experience with DoD 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and applicable Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) preferred.
  • Experience with DoD clearance process such as eAPP, eQIP, SIMS, DISS, NBIS, foreign travel/contact and foreign national visitors is desired.
  • Top Secret with SCI Eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Executes elements of IDA’s personnel security program in support of the National Industrial Security Operations Procedures Manual (NISPOM) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICD).
  • Oversight of user management, configure user accounts approved by PERSEC leadership.
  • Maintain SIMS reports and personnel dashboard metrics to PERSEC leadership.
  • Verifies that IDA affiliates and guests have the appropriate security clearance.
  • Ensures that Security clearances reviews are kept up-to-date.
  • Review clearance applications upon submittal ensuring compliance with DoD guidance.
  • Supports internal SIMS training initiatives.
  • Under guidance, updates SIMS related training materials, processes and procedures.
  • Implements personnel security Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and related procedures.
  • Ensures IDA affiliates and guests have the appropriate security clearance.
  • Provides a high-level of customer service support to IDA staff through timely and effective handling of requests and inquiries related to clearance information, IDA issued badges, security forms, document control, Common Access Cards (CAC), visit requests, fingerprinting, and foreign travel.
  • Assigned to manage the security questions email account.
  • Oversee CAC Program.
  • Ensures IDA’s personnel security clearances for collateral and SCI are up-to-date by monitoring, tracking, and working with staff to complete necessary processes and paperwork.
  • Provides monthly security metrics reports to PERSEC leadership.
  • Provide support to IDA’s Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility team, to include oversight of Intelligence Community Programs.
  • May process visits for the Visit Clearance Certification program, to include all DCSA International request and LOA/Deployment request for IDA personnel visiting foreign military bases.
  • Performs as a primary user of DISS and NBIS.
  • Ensures the IDA information in DISS and NBIS is entered accurately and timely.
  • Interacts with our government security customer to accomplish the reciprocity of clearances.
  • Tracks the status of security clearance requests.
  • Review and resolve escalated clearance paperwork discrepancies.
  • Assists with personnel security education, training, and awareness programs.
  • Ensures IDA staff has received the required security training.
  • Responsible for the briefing and debriefing of employees to include: Initial Briefings, Annual Security Briefings, Foreign Travel Briefings, NATO and CNWDI.
  • Ensures staff follows established security policies and procedures in order to protect classified information and maintain security clearance.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
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