Redwire Space
Personnel Security Specialist (Specialist 5, Security)
Redwire Space, Chantilly, VA, United States
Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity's presence in space.
Summary
We have a current opportunity for a Personnel Security Specialist (Hybrid), based out of our facility in Chantilly, VA. The Security Administrator position will support the safeguarding of the US DoD and IC facility in Chantilly and help maintain an over-all compliant US government security program. This position supports both personnel and physical security for multiple contracts and customers. (e.g., processing new employees for security clearances, reinvestigations, and processing outgoing visit requests, request for access actions, onsite security support and other duties as assigned). Must be experienced with the security systems of record, access control and other related systems or databases (NBIS/DISS/NISS/SIMS, etc.).
Responsibilities
- The primary function is to provide Personnel Security assistance at our facility in Chantilly, VA, reporting to the FSO/Sr. CPSO.
- Long term you will work a 50/50 Hybrid schedule. However, you will be expected to work Onsite in the beginning to learn and go over taskings
- Maintain access databases and all required personnel security documentation (such as SIMS and DISS) including access rosters and security files
- Tracks security clearance investigations and performs administrative support functions in DISS, NBIS, and E-APP government systems
- Ensure personnel processed for access to a SAP/SCIF meet prerequisite for personnel security clearance and/or investigative requirements
- Processes incoming/ outgoing visit requests and certifications
- Work independently and closely with the FSO, weekly tag ups and schedule reviews
- Assists with incoming Program Access Requests (PAR) and SCI access requests
- Assists with the review, process and coordination of SCI nomination packages
- Assist FSO with all auditable reviews, information gathering and document control taskings
- Review and file foreign travel and other required reporting incidences as required
- Request PSQ updates at required occurrences for all personnel supporting special access programs
- Prepare Program Indoctrination Agreements (PIA); Generate debrief PIAs, execute debriefs on behalf of the government security team
- Oversee personnel security records for DoD collateral clearances, SCI and SAP/SAR programs to include updating the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and providing updates and status on briefed personnel to the Customer.
- Other functional area duties as required
- Some limited travel will be required
- U.S. Citizen with a current/active DOD Top-Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI and SAP clearance
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, with two or more years of experience, we will also consider applicable experience in lieu of a degree
- Must have Security Program Officer (SPO) training certification or be able to obtain certification within 30 days of starting
- Must be familiar with NISS, DISS, JADE, NBIS, SWFT, and SIMS
- Four or more years of experience in personnel security. Will be required to become and expert at NBIS, DISS, NISS, and help other security teammates with those SoRs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
- Excellent organizational skills and adaptability within a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of national security policies, to include (but not limited to): NISPOM, Executive Orders, customer-specific directives and instructions, Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), etc.