11881 - Program Support Specialist 1

Program Support Specialist - The Program Support Specialist supports Bonneville Power Administration's Personnel and Information Security (NNP) organization by administering and coordinating federal personnel security programs in compliance with HSPD‐12, DOE, OPM, GSA, and NERC CIP requirements.Core PurposeProvide day-to-day operational, administrative, and customer support for BPA's Personnel Security program, including onboarding, credentialing, access control, compliance tracking, audits, and continuous process improvement-while handling sensitive information with strict confidentiality.Key Responsibilities+ Support personnel onboarding, security clearance processing, badging, and physical access issuance/revocation+ Process and manage e‐QIP submissions, fingerprints, identity verification, and coordination with OPM+ Administer HSPD‐12 / PIV, USAccess, FACTS, and access control systems; maintain data integrity and records+ Monitor, track, and report program metrics, workflows, and compliance tasks using tools like Excel, SharePoint, and dashboards+ Respond to inquiries from BPA staff, federal employees, contractors, and external partners regarding security access and onboarding+ Assist with internal and external audits, assessments, and compliance certifications; collect and evaluate audit artifacts+ Draft and update procedures, templates, and documentation for personnel security and access management processes+ Analyze existing security processes, identify gaps, and recommend efficiency and control improvements+ Support foreign national access, visits, and assignments, ensuring DOE and NERC compliance+ Participate in incident reviews, rapid response activities, and cross-functional security meetingsSkills & Background+ Experience in program/project support, personnel security, access management, or compliance environments+ Strong organizational, documentation, and customer service skills+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office and security-related databases/systems+ Familiarity with federal security policies, audits, and regulated environments preferredImpactThis role is critical to ensuring BPA maintains secure, compliant, and efficient personnel and access management, directly supporting federal security mandates and protecting sensitive systems and facilities.Duration: 1 year renewable contractJob Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Portland,OR.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2026.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:+ Hiring diverse talent+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our peopleActalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.