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Personnel Security Assistant - TS/SCI

Salary: $60,000 - 65,000/year

We are seeking a highly skilled Personnel Security Specialist with experience handling TS/SCI security clearances and issuing badges for visitors. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing personnel security clearance processes, including the issuance of badges for employees and visitors, and ensuring compliance with all security policies and regulations. The role requires close attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively in a secure environment. Candidates must have a current TS/SCI clearance and experience in a similar security or personnel role.


Responsibilities
  • Manage and process security clearance actions for personnel, including initiating background checks, periodic reinvestigations, and clearance upgrades or downgrades for individuals with TS/SCI security clearances.
  • Ensure that all personnel have appropriate security clearance levels in accordance with government and organizational regulations.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of personnel clearances, ensuring compliance with all relevant security policies, federal regulations, and client-specific requirements.
  • Liaise with government agencies and other security personnel to process and manage security clearances.
  • Coordinate security training for employees and contractors on clearance processes and security best practices.
  • Issue and manage badges for visitors, contractors, and employees, ensuring the proper documentation and approval is in place.
  • Maintain an accurate database of issued badges, including visitor logs, employee and contractor badges, and temporary access requests.
  • Monitor and control access to facilities by ensuring badges are properly issued, collected, and tracked for compliance with security procedures.
  • Collaborate with other security personnel to ensure timely access for visitors and employees, in compliance with organizational policies and security protocols.
  • Oversee the issuance of visitor badges, escorting visitors as necessary, and ensuring that they follow all required security procedures while on site.


Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance is mandatory.
  • Proven experience in personnel security management, particularly in processing TS/SCI clearances.
  • Demonstrated experience in issuing and managing badges for visitors, employees, and contractors.
  • Strong knowledge of security protocols, regulations, and compliance standards.
  • Experience using personnel security and access control systems and databases.
  • Familiarity with FISMA, NISPOM, and other relevant security regulations and standards.


$60,000 - $65,000 a year
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What You Should Know About Personnel Security Assistant - TS/SCI, Latitude Inc

If you're looking for an exciting opportunity as a Personnel Security Assistant with a TS/SCI clearance, look no further! Join our dynamic team in Suitland, MD, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of our personnel security processes. As a Personnel Security Assistant, you'll manage crucial security clearance actions for our team members, including background checks and clearance upgrades for those with TS/SCI security clearances. Your keen attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality will ensure our high compliance standards with federal regulations and organizational policies. You will be responsible for issuing and managing badges for employees and visitors, ensuring proper documentation is in place. Your role will include close coordination with government agencies and other security personnel, as well as conducting security training to keep everyone informed on best practices. By accurately maintaining our personnel clearance records and badge database, you will help us monitor access to our facilities and foster a secure environment. We are looking for someone with proven experience in personnel security management and a thorough understanding of security protocols. If you're ready to step into this rewarding role, where your skills will make a real impact, come join us on this journey toward enhanced security and compliance!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Personnel Security Assistant - TS/SCI Role at Latitude Inc
What are the key responsibilities of a Personnel Security Assistant at our company?

As a Personnel Security Assistant with TS/SCI clearance at our company, your primary responsibilities will include managing the entire security clearance process for personnel, which encompasses initiating background checks, issuing badges for employees and visitors, and ensuring compliance with both government and organizational security regulations. You will also liaise with security personnel and government agencies, coordinate security training, and maintain up-to-date clearance records.

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What qualifications do I need for the Personnel Security Assistant position with TS/SCI clearance?

To qualify for the Personnel Security Assistant role at our company, candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and possess proven experience in personnel security management, particularly in the processing of clearances. A strong understanding of security protocols and compliance standards, experience in badge issuance and management, and familiarity with relevant regulations like FISMA and NISPOM are also essential.

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How does the Personnel Security Assistant manage visitor access at the company?

In the role of Personnel Security Assistant, you will be responsible for issuing visitor badges, overseeing the escorting of guests as necessary, and ensuring visitors adhere to all required security procedures on-site. This includes maintaining accurate visitor logs and managing temporary access requests to ensure compliance and security within our facilities.

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What is the salary range for a Personnel Security Assistant with TS/SCI clearance?

The salary range for the Personnel Security Assistant position at our company is between $60,000 and $65,000 per year. This competitive compensation package reflects the importance of the role and the expertise required to manage personnel security effectively.

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What kind of experience is preferred for the Personnel Security Assistant position?

Ideal candidates for the Personnel Security Assistant position at our company will have demonstrated experience in managing personnel security processes, specifically related to TS/SCI clearances. Experience using security access control systems, along with a strong grasp of security regulations, is highly preferred to ensure effective performance in this role.

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Common Interview Questions for Personnel Security Assistant - TS/SCI
Can you explain your experience with processing TS/SCI security clearances?

Highlight your past experience by describing specific roles where you initiated background checks, conducted periodic reinvestigations, and managed clearance upgrades and downgrades. Mention any security compliance standards you adhered to and any governmental liaison work you've done.

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How do you ensure compliance with security protocols when issuing badges?

Discuss the measures you take to verify visitor identities and the documentation required before issuing badges. Mention how you keep records up-to-date and communicate with other security personnel to oversee compliance effectively.

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What do you do to maintain confidentiality in your work?

Emphasize your understanding of confidentiality protocols within security roles. Provide examples of past practices you employed to ensure sensitive information was handled appropriately and how you trained others in maintaining confidentiality.

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How would you handle a situation where a visitor does not have the proper clearance?

Explain your approach to managing this situation, such as verifying their identity, consulting your security protocols, and either denying access or quickly coordinating with the appropriate personnel to resolve the issue.

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What strategies do you employ to stay current with security regulations?

Discuss your methods for staying informed about changes in security regulations, such as attending training sessions, participating in relevant workshops, or following authoritative sources and publications in security compliance.

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Describe a time you handled a challenging security violation.

Share a specific example where you encountered a security violation, detailing how you assessed the situation, the actions you took, and the outcome. This will demonstrate your problem-solving abilities in real-world security scenarios.

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How do you manage the training for employees regarding security protocols?

Outline your experience in developing and delivering training sessions on security best practices, specifying how you tailor the training to meet the needs of different audiences and ensure thorough understanding.

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What experience do you have with security access control systems?

Detail your familiarity with specific security access control systems you have worked with, how you utilized them to manage access and records, and any contributions you made to system improvements or troubleshooting.

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How can you contribute to fostering a culture of security awareness at our company?

Speak to your ideas about building a culture of security awareness through regular communication about security practices, employee training, and promoting vigilance in safeguarding sensitive information and access.

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What do you think is the most important quality for a Personnel Security Assistant?

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