Security Assistant

Responsibilities

• Conducts and interprets database checks and credit reports.
• Performs data entry.
• Provides direct support and service to the administration of the FBI Security Program, including logs, audits, analytical analysis, inventory, workflow tracking, maintaining schedules, and presentation briefs.
• Provides support, analysis, and research into complex problems and processes relating to personal security.
• Works on complex problems and provides solutions.
• Advises supervisor of potentially controversial matters or those matters with far‑reaching implications.
• Initiates or performs extensive FBI indices checks, arrest record checks, and similar tasks to obtain pertinent and identifying information for the cases assigned.
• Recommends the need for polygraph examinations and/or interviews based upon analysis of all data available.
• Composes appropriate communications to pertinent FBI HQ divisions and FOs to initiate procedures, setting forth any guidance that should be followed, including special qualifications desired of interviewers.
• Determinations and resulting communications are subject to review and approval by the Government lead.
• Summarizes all data provided and develops a formal written analysis of security concerns and their resolutions.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with other FBI HQ divisions, DOJ, IC members, and other agency officials to obtain, develop, and/or resolve queries as required.
• Coordinates or works in concert with other FBI components as required to surface, develop, and resolve various issues encountered.
• Recommends new methods and procedures for passing and affirming clearances, including SCI/Regulations, FISs, EO, and DOJ orders.
• Performs security assessment investigations and provides recommendations to the FBI HQ.
• Reviews and analyzes requests for investigations concerning security clearances.
• Prepares a detailed analysis of all information developed, including potential remedial or precautionary action to meet minimum security standards.
• Assists with briefings and debriefings of individual cases as necessary.
• Maintains electronic and hard‑copy logs.
• Scans and uploads documentation.
• Updates and audits electronic workflow tracking programs.
• Provides customer service and appointment scheduling.
• Uploads all official documents into the defined system of record, management, workflow, or tracking systems, files, and/or sub‑files.

• Must have an Active Top Secret U.S. Government Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• Associate’s Degree.
• 1 year of experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Experience performing routine office administrative support functions.
• Demonstrated analytical ability to critically review and analyze various types of incoming material and investigative reports, discerning potential security vulnerabilities and identifying viable investigative leads.
• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and use of the Internet to conduct research and/or open‑source checks for investigations.
• Computer skills required: MS Office Suite proficiency.
• Ability to learn new systems and applications.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others.
• Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers in written and verbal communications.
• Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.
• Ability to show initiative and commitment to company goals.
• Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements.
• Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax‑saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Amentum is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.