Security Specialist (PERSONNEL)

U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command•Charlottesville, VA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), within the Excepted Service, and is located in the National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC), Enterprise Directorate, Staff Management Division, S2 Security Office, Charlottesville, Virginia. The role implements, administers, and monitors the NGIC Personnel Security Program. The specialist reviews personnel security investigations and applies Department of Defense regulations and instructions to determine appropriate actions, including whether to grant clearances or access. The role receives requests for investigations of individuals assigned to critical or sensitive positions and determines the initial scope of investigation based on position sensitivity, individual background information, and applicable clearance criteria. It also coordinates with affected agencies and personnel when a clearance is suspended, denied, or revoked; oversees the foreign travel and foreign reporting program; and performs security administration functions, including managing the security database. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and the incumbent must obtain a Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) certification within the first two years of employment. Temporary duty travel may be required up to 25% of the time. The position also requires a two-year trial period.

Requirements

At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GG/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service.
Experience administering and monitoring a personnel security program in accordance with federal, DoD, or Intelligence Community regulations.
Experience reviewing background investigations, analyzing derogatory information, and recommending eligibility determinations for security clearances or accesses such as Secret, Top Secret, or SCI.
Experience using personnel security databases to manage clearance workflows, process investigation requests, or track reporting requirements such as foreign travel or reporting programs.
Experience conducting personnel security screenings, interviews, or briefings to provide guidance to employees or leadership.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance based on a T5 investigation/SSBI, with SCI eligibility.
Obtain a SPeD Certification within the first two years of employment.
Pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use before appointment and periodically thereafter.
Meet suitability or fitness requirements as determined by a completed background investigation.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

Responsibilities

Implement, administer, and monitor the NGIC Personnel Security Program.
Grant clearances and access based on background investigation results and applicable regulatory requirements.
Review personnel security investigation results and determine appropriate courses of action using DoD regulations and instructions.
Receive requests for personnel security investigations and make an initial determination of the required investigation scope.
Coordinate with affected agencies and personnel when a clearance has been suspended, denied, or revoked.
Oversee the foreign travel and foreign reporting program in accordance with current regulations and guidance.
Perform security administration functions, including managing the security database.