The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) seeks people for the position of Personnel Security Specialist. This role supports the efficient delivery of background investigations, continuous vetting, and adjudications to uphold the integrity and trustworthiness of the federal, contractor and industry workforce.

Duties

This position is open to all U.S. Citizens who reside or are currently employed in the Boyers, PA local commuting area, which includes the Pennsylvania counties of Butler, Clarion, Armstrong, Allegheny, Beaver, Lawrence, Mercer, Crawford, Erie, Venango, Jefferson, Indiana, and Westmorland; Ohio counties of Columbia, Trumbull, and Mahoning; and all cities existing in Pennsylvania or Ohio within the geographic area bounded by the outer boundaries of the combined areas of the aforementioned counties. As a PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST you will be responsible for the following duties:

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. For more information http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59PM EST will be considered
• This is a Drug Testing designated position
• Position is a (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under U.S.C. 1601
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• PCS (Permanent Change of Station): Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible, but is not a full time telework position. The incumbent will be required to report to the office on a routine basis.
• If selected, the incumbent must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as indicated in job announcement.

Qualifications

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Managment's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov) for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by (05-20-2024) Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. FOR THE GG-11 You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GS/GG 09 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: 1. Reviews, analyzes and resolves customer-facing automated system issues (NBIS, CVS, PDT, e-QIP, FTS, SWFT, PIPS or similar system) 2. Reviews investigation programs and processes, Security, Suitability and Credentialing (SSC) programs and ensures compliance of governing public laws, Executive Orders (EO), regulations, policies, and guidance 3. Collaborates with stakeholders to assess operational situations, troubleshooting issues and recommend alternative solutions. 4. Provides customer support by analyzing, evaluating, troubleshooting and providing guidance on personnel security systems, requirements, errors encountered and system process improvements. FOR THE GG-12: You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GS/GG-11 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: 1. Reviews, analyzes and resolves customer-facing automated system issues (NBIS, CVS, PDT, e-QIP, FTS, SWFT, PIPS or similar system). 2. Oversees investigation programs and processes, Security, Suitability and Credentialing (SSC) programs and ensures compliance of governing public laws, Executive Orders (EO), regulations, policies, and guidance; Coordinates with stakeholders to assess operational situations, troubleshooting issues and recommend alternative solutions. 3. Provides customer support by analyzing, evaluating, troubleshooting and providing guidance on personnel security systems, requirements, errors encountered and system process improvements. 4. Serves as mentor to junior staff and provides training and/or guidance on customer service and personnel security systems. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: Personnel Security- Apply personnel security principles and methods to process initial investigations, clearances, periodic re-investigations, and clearance upgrades/downgrades, suspension, revocations, terminations, reinstatements and to complete the adjudication, and appeals processes. Evaluate internal and external security clearance requests and ensures applicant's actions are consistent with regulatory requirements. Analyze and report on clearance and appeals findings to senior security officials and makes appropriate notifications. Problem Solving - and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; seeks/generates and evaluates alternative perspectives/solutions; makes timely/ effective recommendations, based on potential implications of findings or conclusions. Critically evaluates to identify the causes of problems and chooses courses of action that balance the interests of the mission and stakeholders. Strategic Thinking -Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment that takes into consideration the environment, resources, capabilities, constraints, and organizational goals and values. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks and contingencies, recognizing the implications for the organization and stakeholders. Customer Service -Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement. Communications - Communicate (i.e., written and oral) rights, responsibilities, management directives, policies, and/or regulations to employees, supervisors, and/or other pertinent individuals.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency 27130 Telegraph Road Quantico, VA 22134 US
• Name: DCSA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614-692-2886
• Email: [email protected]