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Koniag Government Services Personnel Security Specialist (TS) in Washington, District Of Columbia
EHS
Job ID 2415098
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Eagle Harbor Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is hiring a Personnel Security Specialist. Position requires an active Top Secret Clearance/SCI clearance with ability to obtain additional security requirements. Please do not apply if you do not possess the required Top Secret Clearance.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
At Koniag Government Services, our core mission is rooted in an unwavering commitment to the service of our Nation, our teammates, and our community. Driven by a profound sense of duty, we dedicate ourselves to safeguarding the United States by partnering with our customers to ensure the success of their mission.
Become a critical part of our team, helping to secure and defend our client’s organization and mission.
We are currently seeking a dedicated Personnel Security Specialist who believes in the principles of freedom, democracy, and the unwavering defense of our country. If you have a passion for service and protecting our Nation, join our team and help ensure its freedoms for future generations.
Key Responsibilities:
Process background investigation requests for assigned individuals and candidates to determine their suitability for access.
Ensure security requirements associated with the government are met. Coordinates and works with internal and external organizations for solutions for new and developing security programs.
Monitor security applications through review and analysis and prepare summary reports.
Employ risk management practices in supporting security goals and objectives
Conduct in-depth analysis of all investigative data obtained according to established federal adjudicative guidelines, prepare summaries for senior-level review, and make recommendations for final consideration of access.
Enter data into various databases; research, review, track, gather, analyze, and compile data into a report.
Prepare, gather, and review clearance forms for applicants, employees, and contractors.
Prepare letters and requests to federal agencies for investigative information.
Prepare requests to federal and district courts for criminal record information.
Conduct research, which may include contacting other government agencies and private companies by telephone.
Conduct subject interviews and prepare reports.
Review FBI criminal records, issue Letters of Inquiry to resolve issues of concern, formulate a summary of the findings, and make recommendations for the appropriate suitability/security recommendation.
Participate in testing new computer software and testing developmental investigative tracking systems.
Assist with updating personnel security procedures as requested.
Qualifications:
Experience initiating and conducting non-criminal personnel security background investigations.
Experience researching, retrieving, reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing background investigation material.
Knowledge of OPM Suitability/Security standards and security regulations and policies affecting the employment of individuals in the federal government.
Must be able to communicate with professionals on all levels.
Flexibility, the ability to multi-task, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The position requires an active TS/SCI and willingness to be screened for additional access.
Location:
Washington, DC.
Clearance Required:
Position requires an active Top Secret Clearance with ability to obtain SCI/Poly. Position requires SSBI/T5 investigation within the past 52 months.
Working Environment & Conditions:
This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or to apply to a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. This contact information is used for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire on a status of your application.
About our Company:
Eagle Harbor Solutions LLC, an 8(a) certified company, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, Inc., an Alaska Native Regional Corporation and part of the Koniag Government Services Sector. EHS provides a range of professional services for cyber intelligence and information technologies capabilities to the Federal Government, Civilian, and commercial markets to further the nation's national security and civilian service missions. Eagle Harbor addresses some of our country’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Cyber Intelligence, Business Analysis, Emergency Preparedness and Contingency Planning.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352
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