Protection Strategies Incorporated

FBI - Personnel Security Specialist III. PSI is willing to sponsor candidates for Top Secret Clearance (for specific jobs that require it). Together with our federal partners, PSI is engaged in protecting critical assets by investigating and adjudicating personnel for secure and sensitive programs, protecting the resiliency of the Nation's essential infrastructure, and supporting the safe placement of unaccompanied refugee minors.. The Personnel Security Specialist reviews investigation request documentation for accuracy and completeness and processes e-QIP packets for federal and contractor employees.. Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of experience in the personnel security investigative or investigative analyst field or Federal Law Enforcement or an Associate's Degree with (7) years experience in the personnel security investigative or investigative analyst field or Federal Law Enforcement field.

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FBI - Personnel Security Specialist III Protection Strategies Inc. $10,000 bonus with in-scope polygraph $1500-$2000 referral bonus About Us: Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to join a diverse team supporting a unifying mission? PSI is always looking to enhance its staff with professional, talented individuals. PSI is willing to sponsor candidates for Top Secret Clearance (for specific jobs that require it) Culture PSI's success is driven by our motto "People First, Mission Always." We put people first, and this starts with our team members. We treat everyone on our diverse team with respect, and we work hard to ensure everyone's success by providing leadership, training, mentorship, and development opportunities. Our competitive benefits and culture of integrity, professionalism, and excellence attracts top talent in the industry. Missions Together with our federal partners, PSI is engaged in protecting critical assets by investigating and adjudicating personnel for secure and sensitive programs, protecting the resiliency of the Nation's essential infrastructure, and supporting the safe placement of unaccompanied refugee minors. We support the mission of our customers through trusted partnerships and by creating tailored solutions that meet their needs and overcome the challenges created by the ever-evolving landscape. Workforce Diversity PSI has achieved and maintains one of the most diverse workforces in the country. 56% of our workforce is ethnically diverse and 53% of our workforce are women. This extends to our leadership team as well. 56% of our leadership team is ethnically diverse and 50% of our leadership team are women. At PSI, we do not talk about doing the right thing, we just do it. About the role: The Personnel Security Specialist reviews investigation request documentation for accuracy and completeness and processes e-QIP packets for federal and contractor employees. They initiate the paperwork for background investigations, review the information submitted by the applicants, corresponds with the applicants for clarifying information, responsible for data entry requirements associated with each record, making case files, forwarding cases for processing, and submits the e-QIP packet to be reviewed and forwarded to OPM. Responsibilities: Perform all duties associated with Grade 2 as necessary. With minimum direction, provide supporting research and analysis into complex problems and processes. Serve as expert on project teams. Provide critical thinking and analysis utilized for completion of written documentation and oral presentations. Apply extensive experience and full knowledge of security disciples. Review and analyze requests for investigations concerning security clearances, reciprocity, requirements, violations, and assessments. Subjects of the investigations range from on - board employees, contract / access applicants and other personnel requiring security clearances or access to FBI facilities. Review and analyze various FBI investigative files and related material to determine and extract all possible identifying information, matching records, questionable or overlapping elements and other areas of investigative consideration, which could have a bearing on an individual's reliability, trustworthiness, and loyalty. Examine and analyze material to determine any deliberate misrepresentation of facts, criminal or immoral conduct, any signs of mentally disabling illness, sympathetic association with hostile intelligence individuals / organizations and facts or fragments of information which furnish reason to sustain suspicion that the subject may be a possible security risk. Conduct Personnel Security Interviews (PSIs) as determined during the course of the security investigation, in conjunction with information developed or per the request of FBI HQ. Prepare a detailed analysis of all information developed, supporting analysis and recommendations to initiate further investigation, and any additional security concerns and recommendations based on this information, which would include remedial or precautionary action to meet minimum security standards. Ensure that all relevant information and justification is developed and properly considered in accordance with security policies and FBI regulations. Conduct security briefings which include Security Awareness and Hostile Threat. Revise security briefings based on the specific issues developed and security requirements. Assist in conducting preliminary and final reviews of statements of personal history and related data prior to the initiation of background investigation procedures. Conduct BIs of individuals who would occupy positions where a determination of suitability for employment or access to classified information is required. Prepare reports on investigations resulting from interviews conducted during BIs. Draft summary sheets on the results of investigations for all assigned cases. In case of derogatory information, draft a detailed evaluation of the adverse information. When information is insufficient to make a recommendation regarding the disposition of the case, draft a list of recommended questions for lines of inquiry for follow - on investigations. Assist in making recommendations for adjudication of personal background investigations for employment with the FBI and / or issuance of a security clearance. Review Personnel Security Questionnaires (SF - 86 and SF - 85P) Verify information submitted on applications Contact subjects via approved methods to complete information on background investigation forms Input data from MAC applications Retrieve data from credit bureaus, request Local Agency Checks, review reports to determine criminal record, traffic violation, etc. Prepare reports on investigations resulting from interviews conducted during the BI. Draft summary sheets on the results of investigations for all assigned cases. Prioritize assignments and create schedules to meet deadlines. Use advanced interview skills to work with subjects to gather more in - depth details relating to their backgrounds. Conduct peer reviews as required. Qualifications/Requirements: Two (2) years of experience developing and writing Reports of Investigation that form basis for creation of investigative and / or adjudication record. Experience conducting and interpreting database checks and credit reports. Experience performing routine office administrative support functions. Demonstrated analytical ability to critically review and analyze various types of incoming material and investigative reports to discern potential security vulnerabilities and to identify viable investigative leads. Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of experience in the personnel security investigative or investigative analyst field or Federal Law Enforcement or an Associate's Degree with (7) years experience in the personnel security investigative or investigative analyst field or Federal Law Enforcement field. Experience interpreting Governmental and commercial database checks to identify areas of concern during the investigative process. Experience analyzing investigative reports and other sources of information to identify security vulnerabilities; to develop investigative leads; to propose a recommendation as to the approval, denial, or revocation of eligibility for access to national security information based on the application of the appropriate adjudicative standards. This position requires candidates to be capable of obtaining a Top Secret security clearance and SCI access that includes a requirement to pass a security CI polygraph exam. Preferred Qualifications/Requirements: Knowledge of DOJ and FBI regulations regarding the personnel security process. Experience conducting interviews and security briefings, discussing analysis and opinion in a concise, logical and objective manner, and preparing written communications setting forth analyses and recommendations. Thorough knowledge of the indices systems, various record check systems, and file review processes to develop and extract the most complete and accurate information relative to the subject as possible. Company Benefits/Perks: Medical HSA + HRA Goodrx Telemedicine Dental Benefits Vision Benefits Basic and Voluntary Life and Ad&D Disability Products Employee Assistance Program 401(K) Retirement Plan Commuter Benefits Financial Advisor Tuition Assistance EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Our company takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Our company maintains a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment will be contingent on applicant passing a pre-employment drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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