Personnel Security Specialist IV

Job Description

• Initiate or perform extensive FBI indices checks, arrest record checks, and the like to obtain pertinent and identifying information for the cases.

• Coordinate the submission of resulting investigative information. Review and critically analyze investigative reports and correspondence from the field for conformance to numerous administrative requirements as to format and content, and to ensure investigation is adequate, ensure denoted leads have been completely covered, and procedures have been conducted in accordance with FBI regulations and policies. Determine inadequacies and transmit additional specific instructions / leads to the field, recommending additional investigation, and / or the elimination / termination of unproductive methods or processes.

• Prepare and submit a response in writing or verbally, to recommend adjudication as to the approval, denial, or revocation of security clearances and / or access authorizations for appropriate SecD units to determine the final adjudication.  Prepare outgoing communications to transmit recommendations with supporting analysis and data.

• Participate in the formulation, preparation and direction of new and revised rules, regulations, guidelines, processes and procedures in relation to the personnel security programs. Provide recommendations and suggestions affecting personnel security program missions, reviewing program material and provide feedback to the Security Officer or FBI HQ to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of programmatic goals and operations.

• Ensure that Government and applicable personnel are properly appraised of potential security risks / vulnerabilities in which approved level of security clearance / access authorizations may expose them to. Ensure individuals are properly debriefed as necessary.

• Conduct security briefings that include Security Awareness and Hostile Threat. Revise security briefings based on the specific issues developed and security requirements.

• Provide guidance and assist in resolving security issues for current on-board employees, as well as providing expert guidance relating to various security programs to other field office personnel including agent personnel.

• Remain vigilant for new methods and procedures for passing and affirming clearances including SCI / Regulations, FISs, and / or EOs and DOJ Orders.

• Engage with internal and external customers on personnel security to ensure the assigned program / project is fully integrated; leverage current threat intelligence to enhance or modify procedures.

• Perform all duties associated with level III as necessary.

• This position has been deemed mission critical by the customer

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have an Active Top Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

• Seven (7) years of experience in the personnel security investigative or investigative analyst field.

• Bachelor’s Degree with seven (7) years’ experience OR Associate’s Degree with nine (9) years’ experience.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience developing and writing Reports of Investigation that form basis for creation of investigative and / or adjudication record.

• Proficient computer skills to include:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

  • Use of Internet to conduct research and / or open source checks in aid of investigations

  • Experience with various Federal LE and IC IT systems for conducting automated record checks.

  • Knowledge of and experience with use of applicable commercial and Federal Government database systems.

  • Experience performing database searches for information related to personnel security matters.

  • Distribution and update of personnel security documentation files.

  • Responsibility for security of program data and materials.

  • Processing security clearance and BI documentation in preparation for adjudication.

  • Prepared documentation for Government agencies and customers.

• Experience performing multiple administrative tasks dealing with databases queries, filing, processing mail and performing audits.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience to conduct established Federal Government standards for investigations, BIs, and security investigations relating to suitability and security standards.

• Possess oral and written communications skills to functionally conduct interviews, security briefings, discuss analysis and opinion in a concise, logical and objective manner, and prepare written communications setting forth analyses and recommendations.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the indices systems, various record check systems, and file review processes to develop and extract the most complete and accurate information relative to the subject as possible.

• Demonstrated analytical ability to extensively analyze various types of materials, including investigative reports, to develop information regarding security vulnerabilities; to develop investigative leads; to propose a recommendation as to the approval, denial, or revocation of security clearances.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree in any field of study.

• Knowledge of DOJ and FBI regulations regarding the personnel security process.

• Experience conducting interviews and security briefings, discussing analysis and opinion in a concise, logical and objective manner, and preparing written communications setting forth analyses and recommendations.

• Previous experience in security leadership role.

• Strong understanding of security disciplines.

• Demonstrated understanding of the following security – related / investigative guidelines:

• Federal Investigative Standards (FISs)

• Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs)

• Executive Orders (EOs)

• U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (US CFR)

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Computer skills required: MS Office Suite skills

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others

• Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals

• Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements

• Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times

• Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal communications

• Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects office equipment; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to Lift up to 25 pounds, bend, reach, carry, stoop, kneel, climb, etc.

Work Environment:

• This position is performed in a traditional office environment