Personnel Security Specialist

Date Posted:

2024-09-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MD232: 134 National Business Parkway 134 National Business Parkway Suite 100, Annapolis Junction, MD, 20701 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Job Description:

You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the administering of Personnel Security Clearances for Intelligence Community programs. Responsibilities include assisting employees in completing required security paperwork, processing security clearance actions, reinvestigations, updates, initial submissions, and polygraph coordination. Maintain internal company databases for the tracking of security action information. Maintain daily coordination with USG and external customers to implement regulated policy. Provide proposal security support and assistance as needed to other security disciplines. This position will provide the Personnel Security Specialist with an opportunity to advance their industrial security skills through OJT as opportunities arise. This position will require the candidate to be discrete in their access to data and apply confidentiality with their customers. The Personnel Security Specialist will be joining a team-oriented staff, focused on collaborating and sharing experiences and industrial knowledge to allow for growth and advancement.

Candidate will be expected to -

Review SF86, e-Quip/e-APP for submission to customer and DCSA/NBIS for initial investigations and periodic reinvestigations.

Coordinate security clearance actions between the individuals, Program Management Office, and customer team after Government authorization.

Coordinating indoctrination, and debriefing requests in collaboration with the government customer.

Reconcile personnel security files, records, and access lists.

Prepare reports and recommendations on the status of clearance processing for PMO and TA specialists.

Collaborate with the security team during annual government collateral or SCI reviews by managing appropriate personnel clearance records, and reconciling company records with government clearance information listings.

Assist as needed in preparing and coordinating badge requests and other personnel security documents for appropriate Government approval.

Attending required technical and security training relative to assigned duties.

Role Type:

This position is an onsite role.

Basic Qualifications:

Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with Poly.

Minimum 2-3 years’ experience knowledge of the Intelligence Community (specifically related to Personnel Security, Visits and Badging). Optional work experience in such areas as data entry, administration, configuration management, or event planning.

Ability to rapidly respond to multiple tasks with short turnaround time, using sound judgement while maintaining good working relationships with internal and external customers.

Possess good customer service skills with attention to details. Ability to prioritize - having strong organizational skills and be flexible during times of increased workload.

Ability to build rapport, interact professionally, and foster a cooperative work environment with a diverse population of people.

Ability to protect and maintain confidentiality of personal and corporate sensitive information.

Results oriented and desire/ability to quickly learn systems and procedures.

Ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal communications and maintain a strict attention to detail.

Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Be a team player that projects a professional demeanor to include a customer-service focus and demonstrated ability to positively engage with senior company leadership and other internal support teams.

Desired Skills: 

Experience using Government clearance databases to include, e-QIP, DISS JVS, NBIS e-APP and Scattered Castles.

Ability to partner with internal and external resources to leverage skills, knowledge, and experience.

Problem solving and capitalizing on opportunities.

Strong oral and written communications skills.

Ability to prioritize daily and manage schedules.

Experience using Access Commander or related security management system.

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

The salary range for this role is 59,000 USD - 113,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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