Personnel Security Specialist Intake

Personnel Security Specialist (PSS)

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

• Initiate background investigations.
• Manage receipt of security documents submitted from contractor applicants.
• Conduct fingerprinting procedures.
• Verify the appropriate level of background investigation and ensure all required documents are completed and included in individual files.
• Prepare, submit, monitor, and update computer tracking systems concerning case material.
• Apply incident management, problem solving, and task performance.
• Participate in special projects.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Minimum Experience & Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in one or more standard security and/or intelligence fields (technical, physical, information, industrial, personnel, operational).
• Subject matter expertise and hands‑on experience in one or more security/intelligence disciplines and experience implementing complex security programs and policies is preferable.
• Highly organized with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with ISMS, eQIP, CVS, and/or DISS is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government Public Trust security clearance (US citizenship required).

Traditional office environment.

Occasional standing, walking, sitting, use of hands/fingers to handle or feel objects, typing/writing, reaching with hands and arms, talking, hearing. Requirements for close vision, distance vision, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

$27.00 - $28.00 per hour (range).

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (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. We 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.

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