Personnel Security Specialist - Adjudications

Personnel Security Specialist - Adjudications

tuition assistance, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, D.C., Washington

Jan 13, 2026

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

Protection Strategies, Inc.

Location:
Springfield, VA
** This position requires someone to be onsite 5 days per week

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.

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.

• Financial Support: 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Disability Products
• Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance, Good Rx, Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA + HRA

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

• Initiates background investigations.
• Manages receipt of security documents submitted from contractor applicants.
• 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.

• 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.

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!