Graham Technologies
Graham Technologies seeks an Employability & QART Specialist to support the customer's Personnel Security (PERSEC) mission. You will review background investigations, produce suitability/employability determinations under 5 CFR 302, manage quality audits in QART, and deliver timely metrics that meet IRTPA/DNI mandates.
Location: Springfield, VA
Key Responsibilities
Support and maintain established PERSEC programs; deliver program briefings and written correspondence.
Maintain real-time, accurate data across PeopleSoft, DISS, SISP SharePoint, and internal file repositories.
Respond promptly to inquiries; perform internal/external database checks; manage distribution lists for PERSEC contact channels.
Identify and elevate case issues to government team leads; recommend improvements to processes and SOPs.
Produce weekly activity reports (WAR) per template and timeline.
Review background investigations and produce suitability/employability recommendations in accordance with OPM standards and 5 CFR 302.
Meet all mandated timelines (e.g., IRTPA, DNI); deliver checkpoint assessments within 2 business days.
Document and maintain all employability actions in systems of record (e.g., PeopleSoft, DISS).
Coordinate to resolve missing/discrepant information with internal and external stakeholders.
Audit a specified percentage of investigation reports for FIS compliance within 5 business days of assignment; document status/resolution in QART.
Coordinate record-audit issues with the government POC and generate monthly ISP metrics reports.
Required Skills
Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in a field related to personnel security.
7‑10 years of personnel security experience in the DoD/IC.
3+ years assessing suitability/employability to OPM standards.
Hands‑on with QART or equivalent quality‑audit tracking for background investigation quality.
Familiarity with reviewing ISP Reports of Investigation (ROI) to identify disqualifying national‑security issues.
Proficiency in reviewing SF‑85/86 and applying scoping requirements.
Working knowledge of SEAD 3 reporting and SEAD 4 adjudicative guidelines.
Clear, concise writing and briefings; strong organization to meet FIS and 5 CFR 302 standards.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Skills
Experience making unfavorable suitability recommendations to leadership.
Familiarity with reviewing CI and full‑scope polygraph results for disqualifying admissions.
Compensation and Benefits At Graham Technologies, we believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Our compensation package is designed to ensure fair pay for work, reflecting our commitment to integrity.
Key benefits:
Four Weeks of Accrued PTO in the First Year
Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) Plan with Annual Employer Contributions
Flexible Schedules
Reimbursements for Continued Education and Training
Our Core Values
Value our Customers
Care about our Employees
Passionate about Innovation
Believe in a Strong Work Ethic
Rely on Teamwork
Integrity Matters
Company Overview Founded in 2007, Graham Technologies is a consulting services firm passionate about delivering tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs and maximize the value of their investments. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of support for our employees—encouraging a healthy work‑life balance, pursuing professional growth through flexible schedules, continued education, and a strong sense of community.
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Location: Springfield, VA
Key Responsibilities
Support and maintain established PERSEC programs; deliver program briefings and written correspondence.
Maintain real-time, accurate data across PeopleSoft, DISS, SISP SharePoint, and internal file repositories.
Respond promptly to inquiries; perform internal/external database checks; manage distribution lists for PERSEC contact channels.
Identify and elevate case issues to government team leads; recommend improvements to processes and SOPs.
Produce weekly activity reports (WAR) per template and timeline.
Review background investigations and produce suitability/employability recommendations in accordance with OPM standards and 5 CFR 302.
Meet all mandated timelines (e.g., IRTPA, DNI); deliver checkpoint assessments within 2 business days.
Document and maintain all employability actions in systems of record (e.g., PeopleSoft, DISS).
Coordinate to resolve missing/discrepant information with internal and external stakeholders.
Audit a specified percentage of investigation reports for FIS compliance within 5 business days of assignment; document status/resolution in QART.
Coordinate record-audit issues with the government POC and generate monthly ISP metrics reports.
Required Skills
Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in a field related to personnel security.
7‑10 years of personnel security experience in the DoD/IC.
3+ years assessing suitability/employability to OPM standards.
Hands‑on with QART or equivalent quality‑audit tracking for background investigation quality.
Familiarity with reviewing ISP Reports of Investigation (ROI) to identify disqualifying national‑security issues.
Proficiency in reviewing SF‑85/86 and applying scoping requirements.
Working knowledge of SEAD 3 reporting and SEAD 4 adjudicative guidelines.
Clear, concise writing and briefings; strong organization to meet FIS and 5 CFR 302 standards.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Skills
Experience making unfavorable suitability recommendations to leadership.
Familiarity with reviewing CI and full‑scope polygraph results for disqualifying admissions.
Compensation and Benefits At Graham Technologies, we believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Our compensation package is designed to ensure fair pay for work, reflecting our commitment to integrity.
Key benefits:
Four Weeks of Accrued PTO in the First Year
Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) Plan with Annual Employer Contributions
Flexible Schedules
Reimbursements for Continued Education and Training
Our Core Values
Value our Customers
Care about our Employees
Passionate about Innovation
Believe in a Strong Work Ethic
Rely on Teamwork
Integrity Matters
Company Overview Founded in 2007, Graham Technologies is a consulting services firm passionate about delivering tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs and maximize the value of their investments. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of support for our employees—encouraging a healthy work‑life balance, pursuing professional growth through flexible schedules, continued education, and a strong sense of community.
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