Supervisor Personnel Security

As a Supervisor Personnel Security, your primary responsibilities will include providing oversight in personnel security processes, managing a team of Personnel Security Officers, and ensuring compliance with security regulations like NISPOM and ICD 704.2. You will handle the in-processing and out-processing of personnel, track security clearances, maintain personnel records, and administer security training.

To qualify for the Supervisor Personnel Security role, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in personnel security or a High School diploma with 7 years of experience. You must also possess a strong understanding of security protocols and proficiency in relevant databases like DISS and SIMS.

Essential skills for the Supervisor Personnel Security position include strong interpersonal abilities to engage with diverse teams, excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Prior experience in industrial security, particularly in a multiple customer environment, is also crucial.

Your experience with a Security Management Information System (SIMS) is highly beneficial as it relates to tracking and managing sensitive security information efficiently. This role requires overseeing the SIMS and ensuring all personnel information is updated and secure, playing a vital part in your day-to-day tasks.

As a Supervisor Personnel Security, the base salary ranges from $99,705 to $124,683, along with additional bonuses and benefits. Specific salary depends on factors like location, experience, and skills, and your recruiter will provide detailed information during the hiring process.

In answering this question, highlight specific experiences that showcase your familiarity with personnel security protocols, particularly in compliance with NISPOM and ICD guidelines. Mention any leadership roles where you supervised staff or helped implement security processes.

Express your understanding of the importance of regulatory compliance and mention concrete steps you’ve taken in the past such as regular audits, training sessions, and precise documentation to ensure ongoing adherence to security regulations.

When recounting a challenging situation, emphasize your problem-solving skills. Discuss how you assessed the problem, collaborated with your team, and implemented effective solutions while maintaining compliance with security standards.

Discuss your approach to team management, focusing on communication, delegation, support, and feedback. Give specific examples demonstrating how you foster a collaborative atmosphere while ensuring the team's objectives are met efficiently.

Mention various tools and databases you’ve used such as DISS or SIMS, highlighting your proficiency with them and discussing how they contributed to your efficiency in monitoring and managing sensitive personnel data.

Talk about your commitment to confidentiality, the protocols you’ve implemented for handling sensitive information, and your understanding of the ethical implications of unauthorized disclosures.

Share your past experiences with organizing and facilitating security training sessions, emphasizing how you tailor the content to meet the needs of the recipients while covering all necessary compliance topics.

Outline the systematic approach you use to process security clearance applications, including gathering necessary documentation, communicating with applicants, and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders to facilitate the process.

Discuss your approach to handling derogatory information with sensitivity and professionalism, ensuring that all actions comply with regulations and uphold the dignity of the individuals involved.

Explain how you adapt your communication style to different audiences and ensure clarity in your messaging. Provide examples of how active listening and feedback have improved your interactions with both internal teams and external clients.