Personnel Security Specialist
Washington DC, DC
Full Time
Mid Level
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Personnel Security Specialist
In this role you will...
- Provide comprehensive personnel security support to the Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA) and 94 U.S. Attorney’s Offices (USAOs), supporting approximately 13,000 employees, students, and contractors.
- Receive, review, and assemble detailed security packages in JSTARS to support federal personnel security specialists in determining suitability and fitness for employment.
- Assist in the evaluation of reports of investigations and other records to determine an individual’s suitability for employment, ensuring national security interests are protected.
- Support personnel security processes including clearance requests, contractor waivers, and eAPP submissions; resolve issues related to eAPP packages and other pre-employment or reinvestigative documentation.
- Provide administrative assistance in support of personnel security operations, including database entry, file management, and document preparation.
- Interpret and analyze data from personnel security databases and systems including PIPS/CVS, NCIC, and internal file share platforms.
- Receive, log, and review security-related documentation to verify compliance with procedural requirements before initiating background investigations.
- Safeguard and manage sensitive investigative data in accordance with DoD Manual 5200.02 and other applicable guidance.
- Draft reports based on data obtained from personnel security records and investigative materials for review by federal personnel security specialists.
- Support the adjudication process for background investigations conducted by OPM, FBI, or other agencies; assist in analysis and recommendation development for suitability and fitness determinations.
- Monitor, track, and compile results from background investigations and prepare documentation for further review or action.
- Evaluate both favorable and derogatory information as part of the adjudicative process.
- Draft Letters of Interrogatory and other adjudicative documentation including worksheets, proposed actions, and summaries for review.
- Maintain and update personnel security databases (e.g., JSTARS), ensuring accuracy and timeliness when creating new cases or modifying records.
- Remove former personnel and update contractor status or clearance data as required.
- Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills when analyzing data and preparing security-related correspondence or recommendations.
- Maintain organized records and prepare reports and analysis on personnel security activities.
- Assist in any other personnel security duties or special projects as requested by EOUSA or USAO leadership.
- Perform Additional duties as assigned
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience OR 8 years of experience of relevant personnel security experience involving National Security Information Background and Public Trust Investigation requirements.
Experience Requirements:
- Experience implementing ever evolving complex personnel security background investigation requirements.
Security Clearance Requirements:
- Public Trust Required
Other Requirements:
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Capable of managing time-sensitive and confidential tasks with professionalism.
This position is contingent on funding.***
The anticipated compensation range for this position is $85,000- $110,000. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hour rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. Central to Watermark’s employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation.)
Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
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