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Personnel Security Specialist - Adjudications

Springfield, Virginia, United States · On-site

$53k–$63k/yr

Mid level

Join Our Team as a FPS – Personnel Security Specialist - Adjudications! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to pr…

Skills: Personnel Security, Background Investigations, Fingerprinting, Suitability Processing, Case Management

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Personnel Security Specialist Grade 3

Huntsville, Alabama, United States · On-site

Senior

Join Our Team as a FBI - Personnel Security Specialist III! Protection Strategies, Inc. Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professio…

Skills: Personnel Security Investigations, Background Investigations, Security Clearance Adjudication, e-QIP Processing, Analytical Thinking

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Personnel Security Assistant - Help Desk

Springfield, Virginia, United States · On-site

Mid level

Join Our Team as a FPS - Personnel Security Assistant / Help Desk Support! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provi…

Skills: Personnel Security, Administrative Support, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel

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Security Specialist - Industrial

Springfield, Virginia, United States · On-site

Mid level

Join Our Team as a FPS - Industrial Security Specialist! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier securi…

Skills: Industrial Security, Personnel Security, Policy Development, Security Surveys, Compliance Reviews

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Badging Specialist

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site

Entry level

Join Our Team as an HHS - Badging Specialist! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solution…

Skills: Data Entry, Badging, Customer Service, Keyboarding, Microsoft Office

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Document Imaging Clerk

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States · On-site

Entry level

Join Our Team as a HHS - Document Imaging Clerk! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solut…

Skills: Microsoft Office, Data Gathering, Report Preparation, Excel, File Management

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Personnel Security Specialist

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site

$64k–$74k/yr

Entry level

Join Our Team as a HHS Personnel Security Specialist! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security …

Skills: Personnel Security, Background Investigations, Data Entry, Document Review, Case Management

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Personnel Security Assistant

On-site

Mid level

Join Our Team as a HHS - Personnel Security Assistant! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security…

Skills: Customer Service, Intake Processing, Security Package Review, Database Management, Administrative Support

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Adjudicator

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site

$90k–$100k/yr

Senior

Join Our Team as a HHS Adjudicator! Who We Are: At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and pers…

Skills: Background Investigation, Suitability Adjudication, Case Management, Report Writing, Microsoft Office Suite

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Personnel Security Specialist - Adjudications

Protection Strategies Incorporated

Springfield, Virginia, United States • On-site

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  • $53k–$63k/yr
  • Full-time
  • high school
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance
  • Posted 5d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The specialist manages personnel security suitability intake and initiates background investigations for DHS Federal Protective Services. Responsibilities include conducting fingerprinting, verifying security documents, and maintaining computer tracking systems for case materials.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least three years of experience in security or intelligence fields. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to obtain a US government security clearance are required.

Full job description

Join Our Team as a FPS – Personnel Security Specialist - Adjudications!

 

Who We Are:

At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and personnel security expertise for the U.S. Government. Our mission is to safeguard our clients' interests with integrity and innovation, reshaping the landscape of security.

Why PSI?:

Become part of a dedicated team that values people first and believes in making a meaningful impact. We offer cutting-edge solutions that promote safety and protect critical infrastructure. Your hard work will be recognized in our mission-driven culture.

Apply now** to join PSI and help shape a safer future!

What We Offer:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
  • Financial Support: 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Disability Products
  • Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance, GoodRx, Commuter Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA + HRA

Position Overview:

The Personnel Security Specialist (PSS) completes personnel security suitability intake tasks in support of DHS Federal Protective Services (FPS), Personnel Security Division (PSD).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Initiates background investigations.
  • Manages receipt of security documents submitted from contractor applicants.
  • Conducts fingerprinting procedures.
  • Verifies the appropriate level of background investigation being requested, and ensures all documents required for suitability processing have been completed and included in the individual files.
  • Prepares, submits, monitors, and updates computer tracking systems concerning appropriate case material.
  • Applies incident management, problem solving, and task performance.
  • Participates in special projects.
  • Additional duties as needed.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience. 
  • Relevant experience shall include experience within one or more of the standard securities and/or intelligence fields e.g., technical, physical, information, industrial, personnel and operational security.
  • Subject matter expertise and hands-on experience in one or more security and/or intelligence discipline and experience implementing complex government security and/or intelligence programs and policies is preferable.
  • Must be highly organized and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Shall demonstrate a proficiency in various types of information technology applications, such as Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Familiarity with ISMS, eQIP, CVS, and/or DISS is preferred, but not required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.

Ready to Make a Difference? 

Apply now to join PSI and help shape a safer future!

Related keywords

Personnel SecurityAdjudicationsBackground InvestigationsDHSFederal Protective ServicesSuitability ProcessingISMSeQIPCVSDISSSecurity ClearanceIntelligence ProgramsIndustrial SecurityOperational SecurityPhysical SecurityInformation Security

About Protection Strategies Incorporated

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People First, Mission Always!

Industry
Security and Investigations
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1998
Headquarters
Knoxville, Tennessee
LinkedIn followers
3,961

PSI is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that engages industry recognized professionals worldwide to provide comprehensive security solutions and personnel security expertise to the U.S. Government. PSI integrates a broad spectrum of security disciplines including: physical, technical, personnel, operational, communications, and cyber. PSI is an industry leader in threat and vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance of safeguards and security requirements of critical infrastructures and assisting customers manage their risk to strengthen their security posture. PSI has employees at national client sites supported by our Knoxville, TN corporate location. PSI is led by security services experts with decades of experience in physical and personnel security, security assessment and management, and security program design and implementation. Our HQ team and field employees have backgrounds in guard force operations, law-enforcement, military service, federal executive-level positions, and private industry. With our stable financial posture and strategic plan, PSI is expanding and always looking to enhance its staff with professional, talented individuals. If you are interested in applying to any open positions please apply here: https://protectionsi.com/careers/

Offices: Knoxville, Tennessee 37932, US

Enterprise / Mission AssuranceGlobal Risk Management & Security StrategiesEmergency Planning & Preparednessand Integrated Security Operations & ManagementInformation TechnologyRisk ManagementComputer
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About Protection Strategies Incorporated

LinkedInVisit site

People First, Mission Always!

Industry
Security and Investigations
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1998
Headquarters
Knoxville, Tennessee
LinkedIn followers
3,961

PSI is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that engages industry recognized professionals worldwide to provide comprehensive security solutions and personnel security expertise to the U.S. Government. PSI integrates a broad spectrum of security disciplines including: physical, technical, personnel, operational, communications, and cyber. PSI is an industry leader in threat and vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance of safeguards and security requirements of critical infrastructures and assisting customers manage their risk to strengthen their security posture. PSI has employees at national client sites supported by our Knoxville, TN corporate location. PSI is led by security services experts with decades of experience in physical and personnel security, security assessment and management, and security program design and implementation. Our HQ team and field employees have backgrounds in guard force operations, law-enforcement, military service, federal executive-level positions, and private industry. With our stable financial posture and strategic plan, PSI is expanding and always looking to enhance its staff with professional, talented individuals. If you are interested in applying to any open positions please apply here: https://protectionsi.com/careers/

Offices: Knoxville, Tennessee 37932, US

Enterprise / Mission AssuranceGlobal Risk Management & Security StrategiesEmergency Planning & Preparednessand Integrated Security Operations & ManagementInformation TechnologyRisk ManagementComputer
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