Personnel Security Specialist

Koniag Government Services•Arlington, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Koniag IT Systems, LLC (KITS), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist with a current/active TS/SCI clearance to support KITS and its government customer at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. The position supports the Department of Defense Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW R&E) Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAO). The successful candidate will provide the full spectrum of personnel security support to the government client, ensuring security requirements are met and coordinating with internal and external organizations. The role also involves developing solutions for new and emerging security programs, applying risk management practices, and coordinating the actions of another staff member. The specialist will support the Government Client’s personnel security program, databases, files, and administrative processes in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and guidance. Work includes managing SCI access and records, processing security requests and nominations, maintaining personnel security files and rosters, and conducting reviews and corrective actions. Candidates must understand DoD personnel security, CAC issuance, DD254s, and the Office of the Secretary of War environment.

Requirements

Current/active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or field.
Experience supporting DoD personnel security functions, CAC issuance, DD254s, and related matters.
Experience analyzing materials to develop information about security vulnerabilities relevant to approving or denying facility or information-system access.
Knowledge of Federal personnel security principles, concepts, and methodologies.
Knowledge of administrative regulations and sanctions that apply to security violations or non-compliance.
Team-oriented and able to work in a collaborative environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Advanced skills with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Understanding of DoD personnel security, CAC issuance, DD254s, and the Office of the Secretary of War environment.
Personnel security experience within the Department of Defense, including knowledge of ICD-704, e-QIP, DISS, and other government-owned databases.

Nice To Haves

Prior Federal government, professional services, or Federal consulting experience.
Experience performing on projects of similar size and scope.

Responsibilities

Assist government personnel in managing the Personnel Security Program, associated security databases, personnel security files, and administrative files in accordance with applicable regulations, instructions, policies, and guidelines.
Assist with developing, coordinating, maintaining, and semi-annually updating the Personnel Security Standard Operating Procedures Manual.
Initialize or initiate personnel security investigations using e-QIP.
Use Security Management Codes (SMO) and send and review visit requests.
Maintain SCI personnel rosters and a registry of SCI classified material holdings.
Perform daily data updates in DISS and government-owned databases for organizational personnel.
Update and maintain electronic and hard-copy personnel security files in accordance with Records Management Directives and Privacy Act requirements.
Process, track, and monitor SCI indoctrination requests for assigned personnel.
Process SCI nomination packages, including pre-screen documents, SF86C, and required questionnaire documentation, for review.
Assist with SCI indoctrinations, courier briefings, and termination briefings.
Prepare, monitor, and disseminate SCI nomination correspondence and related documentation.
Review incoming Visit Authorization Request (VAR) packages and ensure required information is included.
Assist with initial eligibility determinations using DISS and/or Scattered Castles in accordance with applicable policies.
Update personnel briefing and debriefing records accurately and promptly in DISS or the applicable system.
Conduct annual personnel security reviews, including DISS database reviews, and prepare and execute corrective action plans as needed.
Assist with the annual Classified Clean-Out Day to reduce unnecessary classified holdings.
Assist with creating and maintaining access rosters to grant access to classified information when personnel have an appropriate valid clearance, have signed an appropriate nondisclosure agreement, and have a valid need to know.
Coordinate the actions of another staff member.