Personnel Security Specialist

Technology Security Associates, Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Thorough knowledge of DoD security regulations, particularly NISPOM and DOD 5205.07 Vol 2.
  • Experience with JAFAN guidelines is a plus.
  • Proven ability to tackle and resolve challenging situations effectively.
  • Flexibility to work outside typical office hours as needed.
  • Independent self-starter with a proactive approach and professional demeanor.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong interpersonal abilities.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and update customer database information.
  • Track and maintain all personnel security information including clearance status and training records.
  • Process incoming Program Access Requests and related documentation per JADE SOP.
  • Manage the program quota roster efficiently.
  • Maintain tracking numbers for monthly reports to the Program Manager.
  • Perform additional assigned duties as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to support critical security programs in a prominent sector.
  • Engagement in challenges that enhance problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
  • Potential for career growth in the personnel security field.
  • Work with a dynamic team focused on compliance and response in security protocols.
Full Job Description
Personnel Security Specialist

The Personnel Security (PERSEC) Specialist will provide personnel security support to programs that require Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF) in accordance with the NISPOM and DOD 5205.07, Volume 2.

The Personnel Security Specialist will perform the following responsibilities:
  • Administer and update information within the customer database
  • Track and maintain all PERSEC information to include clearance status, SAP access, security training records, personnel information files (PIFs) and visit certification (VAR).
  • Process incoming Program Access Request (PAR) and associated documentation to include following the processing requirement found in JADE SOP
  • Manage program quota roster
  • Maintain tracking numbers for month reporting by the Program Manager
  • Other duties are assigned

Required Skills (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
  • Thorough knowledge of multiple DoD and services security references, regulations, and instructions pertaining to personnel security, especially the NISPOM and DOD5205.07 Vol 2. JAFAN experience is valued.
  • Ability to constructively engage and resolve challenging situations
  • Available to work before/after typical office hours as work may demand
  • Independent self-starter, proactive and professional assertive
  • Effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and computer literacy
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Superior verbal/written skills and presentation skills
  • Ability to multitask

Clearance Requirement
  • Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance required and current within the last five years

Years of Experience/Education Requirements
  • Minimum of five (5) years relevant specialized enhanced security experience.

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