Systems & Technology Research
Personnel Security (PERSEC) Specialist
Systems & Technology Research, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
STR is seeking a Personnel Security (PERSEC) Specialist for our Woburn, MA office. As a PERSEC Specialist, you will work the “day-to-day” PERSEC services for Special Access Programs (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) contracts. Responsibilities include processing Program Access Requests (PARs), managing program personnel databases, providing guidance regarding the SAP nomination process, conducting briefings and debriefings, and additional administrative tasks for multiple government customers, including visit certifications, foreign travel reports, and adverse information reports.
The successful candidate will develop a full understanding of 5220.22-M NISPOM, 5205.07 DoD Manual, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related Industrial Security Guidance Manuals or Special Program Security directives, in support of USG compliance inspections.
What you will Do:
Maintain and update multiple personnel security databases, including JADE, SIMS, and various DoD and IC customer-specific systems
Partner with Contractor Special Security Officers (CSSO) to provide excellent customer service to various programs and customers
Generate, receive, and track classified visit requests
Support for the security awareness and education programs
Act as SAP + SCI Foreign Travel point of contact for the organization
Conduct SAP Nomination Process (SAPNP) and Personnel Security Questionnaire (PSQ) reviews and submissions
Ensure subcontractor compliance with all SAP PERSEC requirements
Participate in Government Security Compliance Inspections and corrective action activities
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers, both security and program/technical representatives
Who you Are:
This position requires a Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
Bachelor’s Degree or 2-4 years of equivalent work experience
Nice to Haves:
Experience with SIMS, DISS, and JADE databases
The ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, etc.)
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Understanding of government guidance to include the NISPOM and DoDM 5205.07
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $70,900 - $87,000
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STRis committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us atwww.str.us for more info.
STRis an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us atappassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
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The successful candidate will develop a full understanding of 5220.22-M NISPOM, 5205.07 DoD Manual, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related Industrial Security Guidance Manuals or Special Program Security directives, in support of USG compliance inspections.
What you will Do:
Maintain and update multiple personnel security databases, including JADE, SIMS, and various DoD and IC customer-specific systems
Partner with Contractor Special Security Officers (CSSO) to provide excellent customer service to various programs and customers
Generate, receive, and track classified visit requests
Support for the security awareness and education programs
Act as SAP + SCI Foreign Travel point of contact for the organization
Conduct SAP Nomination Process (SAPNP) and Personnel Security Questionnaire (PSQ) reviews and submissions
Ensure subcontractor compliance with all SAP PERSEC requirements
Participate in Government Security Compliance Inspections and corrective action activities
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers, both security and program/technical representatives
Who you Are:
This position requires a Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
Bachelor’s Degree or 2-4 years of equivalent work experience
Nice to Haves:
Experience with SIMS, DISS, and JADE databases
The ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, etc.)
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Understanding of government guidance to include the NISPOM and DoDM 5205.07
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $70,900 - $87,000
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STRis committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us atwww.str.us for more info.
STRis an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us atappassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
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