Security Assistant

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Assistant supports administration of the FBI Security Program through office administration, investigative research, analysis, workflow tracking, and customer service. The role conducts database and credit checks, performs data entry, maintains records and schedules, and supports security assessment investigations and clearance-related requests. It analyzes information and investigative reports to identify potential security vulnerabilities and investigative leads, prepares written analyses and recommendations, and coordinates with FBI components and other government agencies. The position is performed in a traditional office environment.

Requirements

Active Top Secret U.S. Government clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
Associate’s degree.
At least 2 years of experience.
Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Interpersonal and customer service skills.
Experience performing routine office administrative support functions.
Analytical ability to critically review and analyze incoming materials and investigative reports, identify potential security vulnerabilities, and identify viable investigative leads.
Computer skills and proficiency with the MS Office Suite.
Ability to learn new systems and applications.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team and relate well to others.
Ability to manage individual workflow and improve processes when necessary.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Customer-focused positive attitude.
Initiative and commitment to company goals.
Ability to adapt readily to changing requirements.
Strong commitment to high-quality performance and output.

Responsibilities

Conduct and interpret database checks, credit reports, FBI indices checks, arrest record checks, and similar research to obtain information for assigned cases.
Perform data entry and routine office administrative support.
Support administration of the FBI Security Program, including logs, audits, analysis, inventory, workflow tracking, schedules, and presentation briefs.
Research and analyze complex Personnel Security problems and processes, and provide solutions.
Advise the supervisor of potentially controversial matters or matters with far-reaching implications.
Recommend polygraph examinations and/or interviews based on available information; prepare communications to FBI Headquarters divisions and field offices for review and approval by the Government lead.
Prepare formal written analyses summarizing information, security concerns, and resolutions, including potential remedial or precautionary actions to meet minimum security standards.
Establish and maintain liaison with FBI Headquarters divisions, the Department of Justice, other agencies, and members of the Intelligence Community to obtain, develop, or resolve queries.
Coordinate with other FBI components to surface, develop, and resolve issues.
Recommend methods and procedures for passing and affirming clearances, including SCI/Regulations, FISs, and/or Executive Orders and DOJ Orders.
Perform security assessment investigations and provide recommendations to FBI Headquarters.
Review and analyze requests for security clearance investigations.
Assist with case briefings and debriefings as needed.
Maintain electronic and hardcopy logs; scan and upload documentation and official documents to designated systems, files, and sub-files.
Update and audit electronic workflow tracking programs.
Provide customer service and schedule appointments.