Personnel Security Specialist Grade 6 (PSS)

Protection Strategies Inc•Huntsville, AL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Personnel Security Specialist VI, you will play a critical role in supporting national security by reviewing and analyzing investigative documentation, processing e-QIP packets, managing background investigations, and ensuring accurate documentation and case tracking. This role requires advanced expertise in personnel security processes, investigative review, and federal security standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree preferred)
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Federal Law Enforcement Personnel Security Investigative roles
Technical training or certification as an investigator and/or adjudicator required
Strong analytical skills and experience conducting database checks
Working knowledge of criminal and civil law concepts and investigative procedures
Must be capable of obtaining a Top Secret clearance and SCI access, including passing a security polygraph exam
The most recent five (5) years of experience must be directly related to analyzing investigations, record checks, and supporting information to produce written documentation regarding investigation completeness and accuracy
Experience conducting record checks utilizing IC and third-party information sources
Must have served as a senior investigator responsible for planning and directing investigations of national or international scope
Experience providing administrative and technical supervision over investigative staff
Experience conducting, directing, or evaluating TS/Secret investigations, with preferred experience in counterintelligence/espionage, counterterrorism, criminal matters, and personnel security investigations
Demonstrated knowledge of criminal and civil law procedures and enforcement operations, supported through documented experience and on-the-job training

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of personnel security program requirements and procedures
Proven ability to conduct complex investigative reviews and assessments
Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships across government agencies
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information with discretion

Responsibilities

Ensure the security of program data and sensitive materials
Review investigation request documentation for accuracy and completeness
Process e-QIP packets for federal and contractor employees
Initiate and manage background investigation requirements
Conduct thorough checks and analysis in accordance with federal security guidelines
Perform critical analysis of incoming materials related to sensitive security assessments
Develop manuals and operational forms for security program execution
Prepare detailed case summaries and coordinate investigative efforts with applicable divisions
Provide guidance and training to junior specialists
Maintain accurate data entry and case tracking within appropriate systems
Support special projects and additional duties as assigned