Full-Time

Personnel Security Clearance Processor

Posted on 11/19/2024

Amentum

Amentum

10,001+ employees

Provides mission-critical support services globally

Robotics & Automation
Government & Public Sector
Defense

Compensation Overview

$23 - $27Hourly

Entry, Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

Schenectady, NY, USA

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.
  • Must be knowledgeable on and able to apply Executive Orders, Presidential Directives, U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, 10 CFR 710, and agency-specific orders, policies, directives, standards, regulations, and agency policies and desktop procedures (DPs).
  • Must be highly organized and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Experience using word processing and desktop publishing application software and hardware.
  • Experience in responding to requests for information and searching automated systems for data.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs.
  • With a Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree this position requires two years of relevant experience performing administrative support functions.
  • With a High School Diploma this position requires four years of relevant experience performing administrative support functions, one of which should include supervisory or executive-level office management/administrative support functions.
  • With no degree, five years of relevant experience performing administrative support functions is required, two years of which should include supervisory or executive-level office management/administrative support functions.
Responsibilities
  • Provides personnel security support of the overall operational objectives for the federal customer.
  • Review, evaluate and adjudicate reports of investigation, personnel files, and other records to determine whether to grant, deny, revoke, suspend or restrict security clearances consistent with suitability issues.
  • Perform all necessary services to intake and review information reports in accordance with 10 CFR 710, agency specific Orders, Executive Orders and other national and local directives, policies and procedures in order to be able to correctly identify and evaluate derogatory and mitigating information and make a recommendation regarding an individual’s eligibility or continued eligibility for a security clearance.
  • Provide expertise and perform all necessary services for the processing of HSPD-12 eligibility.
  • Review clearance packages for initial clearances and reinvestigations to ensure information is complete and consistent with procedures, policies and/or precedents; transmit the reviewed clearance packages to the appropriate investigative agency, process the investigation, and support the Help Desks.
  • Provide expertise and perform all necessary services to review for completeness and process other security-related documents. These may include requests for clearance extensions, transfers, reinstatements, reciprocity, terminations, spouse/cohabitant data documents, incident reports, requests for personnel security files or information therein, and any other requests related to a personnel security action; access credit report system and produce credit reports, in a manner consistent with privacy act routine uses; and query OPM data base for investigation status.
  • Perform all necessary services to review for completeness and process other documents, such as routine correspondence, or other administrative functions. This may include accessing and making accurate entries into correspondence tracking systems and databases.
  • Assist with room and conference scheduling, filing services, clerical tasks, database and spreadsheet updates.
  • Data entry includes the following activities: create and update database records of personnel security actions using the personnel security database; facilitate the e-QIP for National Security Positions through the e-QIP or successor system, create and update database records of personnel security actions.
  • Perform all necessary services to prepare draft and final correspondence, including forms, letters, and memorandums, related to all personnel security activities.
  • Perform all necessary services to maintain a mail station adequate to: receive, time/date stamp, and distribute incoming mail; prepare outgoing correspondence for mailing by ensuring appropriate signatures and attachments, date stamp, copy as required, and distribute as appropriate for internal/external delivery; and package mail, including classified mail and personnel security files. Ensure timely mail distribution to authorized recipients, or when such recipients are not reasonably available, to their designee or the COR, as appropriate.

Amentum provides essential support services to both government and private sector clients, focusing on critical areas such as nuclear, defense, and infrastructure. The company offers a range of services including operations, maintenance, protection, and program support, ensuring that its clients can successfully carry out their most important missions. Amentum distinguishes itself from competitors by emphasizing long-term contracts and partnerships, which allows for stable revenue through service agreements and project-based work. Additionally, Amentum is committed to high safety standards and operational excellence, and it enhances its service offerings through collaborations, such as its partnership with UiPath for robotic process automation. The goal of Amentum is to deliver reliable and effective support that meets the complex needs of its diverse clientele.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Germantown, Maryland

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Amentum benefits from rising investments in nuclear energy as a clean energy source.
  • The expansion of the global UAV market supports Amentum's Autonomous and Unmanned Systems business.
  • Increased focus on digital transformation in government sectors enhances Amentum's service offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in the defense sector could impact Amentum's market share.
  • Geopolitical tensions in operational regions may lead to disruptions or increased security costs.
  • Integration challenges from the merger with Jacobs could affect operational efficiency and morale.

What makes Amentum unique

  • Amentum specializes in mission-critical support services for government and private sectors.
  • The company has a strong focus on long-term contracts and partnerships.
  • Amentum collaborates with UiPath to enhance service offerings through robotic process automation.

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