Personnel Security Specialist - Special Access Programs

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Location:

Pentagon, Arlington, VA

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Employment Type:

Full-time, on-site

We are seeking a Personnel Security Specialist to support sensitive government and industrial security programs. This role is ideal for a security professional with strong experience in personnel security administration, SCI/SAP processes, and government security systems such as DISS and Scattered Castles.

If you have a strong understanding of DoW/IC personnel security requirements, enjoy working in a fast-paced classified environment, and take pride in accuracy, compliance, and mission support, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

As a Personnel Security Specialist, you will:

Administer personnel security programs in support of DoW and industrial security requirements, ensuring compliance with government and company policies and procedures

Track and maintain personnel security data, including:clearance statusSAP access security training recordspersonnel information files (PIFs) visit authorization requests/certifications

Support government security teams with:

Program Access Request (PAR) processingSCI nominationsindoctrinationsdebriefingsrelated personnel security actions

Review, process, and track PAR packages and other personnel security actions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance

Make initial eligibility determinations using DISS, Scattered Castles, and other personnel security tools, and provide recommendations supporting government access decisions

Maintain accurate personnel security records, questionnaires, PIAs, debrief documentation, and other access-related files in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements

Conduct annual personnel security reviews and support corrective actions to maintain compliance

Develop, update, and maintain Personnel Security SOPs and related process documentation

Provide personnel security guidance, onboarding/orientation support, refresher training, and briefings to employees, managers, and program personnel

Serve as a liaison with DoW, IC, and customer security offices on personnel security matters

Manage access rosters, prepare reports for government leadership, and support reporting related to:adverse informationforeign travelcontinuous evaluation requirements

Resolve personnel security issues, discrepancies, and administrative actions in a timely and professional manner

Qualifications

High school diploma required;

Bachelor’s degree preferred5+ years of relevant DoW or Intelligence Community security experience, with a strong focus on personnel security

Hands-on experience with:

PAR processingSCI nomination packagesindoctrinations and debriefingspersonnel security record maintenance

Knowledge of DoW, DoN, and/or IC SCI and SAP personnel security processes

Experience using DISS, Scattered Castles, and other government personnel security systems/databases

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Share Point

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $85,000.00/Yr.

- USD $105,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Job Summary Category:
Security Administration Position Type:
Full-Time Remote:
No

Clearance Required:

Top Secret/SCI