Personnel Security Administrator (PSA)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage files from various sites, processing all clearance activities and accesses for various DOD and intelligence community government agencies.
• Process and document all aspects of the personnel security functions (e.g., processing new employees for security clearances, reinvestigations, processing individuals for necessary badges, and processing outgoing visit requests, request for access actions, and other duties as assigned) related to the DOD and IC.
• Collaborate and communicate between the subject, Security POC, Program Manager, and Operations Manager throughout the clearance process, as well as interfacing with the government customer as required.
• Assist in preparation of management reports and maintain the personnel clearance database(s).
• Reconcile Leidos security clearances and accesses in the DCSA/DMDC migration of Joint Personnel Security Adjudications System (JPAS) and Defense Information Security System (DISS). Review JPAS/DISS comparison reports and complete data entry to correct errant records.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, and 3-5 years of related experience.
• Candidate should have a working knowledge of IC clearance processing procedures, experience using various databases, and proficient with MS Office.
• Knowledge of IC government regulations (e.g., ICD 704) is required.
• Candidate must have a solid command of the English language with strong written and verbal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment are essential, as well as the ability to use discretion when handling sensitive personal information.
• Candidate must possess a Secret with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• The selected candidate must be comfortable working in a SCIF and in a dynamic environment.
• Thorough understanding and mastery of DISS.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with SIMS security software a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and be a self-starter, as well as a solid group contributor working in a fast-paced environment.