Saronic Technologies
Overview
Saronic Technologies is seeking an experienced Personnel Security Specialist to lead the management of personnel security clearances, with primary authority over NBIS and DISS operations. This role also serves as the lead for Visitor Access Requests (VARs) and SEAD 3 reporting guidelines, ensuring compliance with DoD personnel security policies and supporting onboarding and ongoing clearance processes in a rapidly growing defense environment. Responsibilities
General Security Program Management: support the overall personnel security program, including development and maintenance of procedures related to clearance management, reporting, and compliance; provide expert guidance on personnel security matters, coordinating with leadership, HR, and external agencies to resolve issues. Compliance and Audits: conduct audits and self-assessments of personnel security processes, assist with DCSA reviews and inspections, respond to incidents, document findings, and recommend corrective actions; prioritize tasks and provide ad hoc support to program personnel. Clearance Management: lead the management of security clearances using NBIS and DISS, including processing initial investigations, periodic reinvestigations, upgrades, and terminations; perform access eligibility determinations, submit clearance requests, and manage nominations for SCI or SAP accesses as required; maintain accurate personnel security records (SIFs and cleared individuals). Security Education and Briefings: handle briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, and security education for personnel accessing classified information; develop and conduct security awareness training programs (initial, annual refresher, SEAD-specific briefings). Visitor Access and Reporting: lead VAR processing, enforce need-to-know, coordinate access for visitors; oversee SEAD 3 reporting guidelines and self-reporting of changes that may affect clearances; monitor continuous evaluation and insider threat vetting activities; coordinate with external agencies for clearance passages, transfers, and reciprocity determinations. Classified Information Support: assist in control and accountability of classified information, ensure proper handling and documentation, and implement systems to track personnel access to classified materials. Additional Responsibilities: stay current with NBIS, DISS, SEAD directives, and best practices; collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., HR, security team, DCSA); support insider threat initiatives and ensure compliance with FOCI mitigations. Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Human Resources, Criminal Justice, or related field; or equivalent education/experience; minimum 4 years of relevant personnel security experience with NBIS, DISS, VAR processing, and SEAD 3 reporting; active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret/SCI; in-depth knowledge of NISPOM, SEAD directives, DoD personnel security policies, and related regulations; proficiency with security systems such as NBIS, DISS, JPAS, and e-QIP; strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to handle sensitive information discreetly; travel: some travel. Preferred: professional certifications such as SFPC or PSP; experience in defense contracting with high-volume clearance processing; familiarity with continuous vetting and insider threat programs; graduate degree in a related field. Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents Time off: generous PTO and holidays; parental leave; competitive salary with performance-based bonuses Retirement plan: 401(k) Stock options: equity for employee stake Life and disability insurance; additional perks: free lunch, unlimited free drinks and snacks Additional Information
This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in employment opportunities and benefits.
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Saronic Technologies is seeking an experienced Personnel Security Specialist to lead the management of personnel security clearances, with primary authority over NBIS and DISS operations. This role also serves as the lead for Visitor Access Requests (VARs) and SEAD 3 reporting guidelines, ensuring compliance with DoD personnel security policies and supporting onboarding and ongoing clearance processes in a rapidly growing defense environment. Responsibilities
General Security Program Management: support the overall personnel security program, including development and maintenance of procedures related to clearance management, reporting, and compliance; provide expert guidance on personnel security matters, coordinating with leadership, HR, and external agencies to resolve issues. Compliance and Audits: conduct audits and self-assessments of personnel security processes, assist with DCSA reviews and inspections, respond to incidents, document findings, and recommend corrective actions; prioritize tasks and provide ad hoc support to program personnel. Clearance Management: lead the management of security clearances using NBIS and DISS, including processing initial investigations, periodic reinvestigations, upgrades, and terminations; perform access eligibility determinations, submit clearance requests, and manage nominations for SCI or SAP accesses as required; maintain accurate personnel security records (SIFs and cleared individuals). Security Education and Briefings: handle briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, and security education for personnel accessing classified information; develop and conduct security awareness training programs (initial, annual refresher, SEAD-specific briefings). Visitor Access and Reporting: lead VAR processing, enforce need-to-know, coordinate access for visitors; oversee SEAD 3 reporting guidelines and self-reporting of changes that may affect clearances; monitor continuous evaluation and insider threat vetting activities; coordinate with external agencies for clearance passages, transfers, and reciprocity determinations. Classified Information Support: assist in control and accountability of classified information, ensure proper handling and documentation, and implement systems to track personnel access to classified materials. Additional Responsibilities: stay current with NBIS, DISS, SEAD directives, and best practices; collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., HR, security team, DCSA); support insider threat initiatives and ensure compliance with FOCI mitigations. Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Human Resources, Criminal Justice, or related field; or equivalent education/experience; minimum 4 years of relevant personnel security experience with NBIS, DISS, VAR processing, and SEAD 3 reporting; active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret/SCI; in-depth knowledge of NISPOM, SEAD directives, DoD personnel security policies, and related regulations; proficiency with security systems such as NBIS, DISS, JPAS, and e-QIP; strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to handle sensitive information discreetly; travel: some travel. Preferred: professional certifications such as SFPC or PSP; experience in defense contracting with high-volume clearance processing; familiarity with continuous vetting and insider threat programs; graduate degree in a related field. Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents Time off: generous PTO and holidays; parental leave; competitive salary with performance-based bonuses Retirement plan: 401(k) Stock options: equity for employee stake Life and disability insurance; additional perks: free lunch, unlimited free drinks and snacks Additional Information
This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in employment opportunities and benefits.
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