Personnel Security Analyst; Adjudications

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Full‑time Clerical position located in Springfield, VA. The role is on‑site.

Support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Protective Service (FPS) Personnel Security Program. The team is responsible for reviewing and adjudicating personnel security cases that directly impact federal mission readiness and workforce integrity.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for personnel security professionals seeking to expand their experience in adjudications, security vetting, and federal personnel security operations while supporting an important national security mission.

• Review, evaluate, and adjudicate background investigations, personnel security files, and related documentation to support suitability and security eligibility determinations.
• Analyze complex personnel security cases and apply federal laws, regulations, policies, and adjudicative guidelines to support decision-making.
• Identify areas of concern, evaluate mitigating information, and recommend appropriate adjudicative actions.
• Coordinate with government personnel, investigators, and internal stakeholders to obtain required information and advance cases through the adjudication process.
• Conduct research utilizing personnel security systems, databases, and investigative records.
• Review personnel security vetting forms and documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal requirements.
• Prepare written assessments, recommendations, and security-related correspondence.
• Ensure personnel security actions are completed in accordance with DHS and FPS policies and procedures.
• Maintain detailed records and case documentation throughout the adjudication lifecycle.

• Two (2) or more years of experience supporting a federal personnel security program, adjudications, suitability determinations, security clearance processing, or related security operations.
• Knowledge of personnel security principles, federal security regulations, and adjudicative processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to evaluate sensitive information and make sound recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

• Experience supporting DHS, FPS, DOD, or other federal agencies.
• Experience reviewing background investigations and personnel security files.
• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Government, or a related field.
• Active or previous Tier 4 (Public Trust) investigation.

• Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
• Support High-Visibility Federal Missions
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Long-Term Government Contract Support

• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• HSA & HRA Options
• Commuter Benefits

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.