Personnel Security Specialist

Kaiva Tech, LLC is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist in the National Capital Region/Arlington VA.

Kaiva Corporation consists of a family of entities that are Native American owned and Tribal 8(a) certified. Our organization provides solutions in Information Technology, Operations and Security Management, Facilities Support, Manufacturing, and Construction to both the Federal Government and within commercial companies. We deliver innovative and comprehensive solutions in high-performance and mission critical environments.

Clearance: Active Top Secret / SCI eligibility is required.

Workplace Type: This position is onsite with Situational Telework options. Please be aware that the workplace type allowed is approved by the client and is subject to change dependent on client needs and expectations.

Compensation:

Kaiva Tech is looking for a talented Personnel Security Specialist to join the team full-time. This position pays $75,000 - $110,000, salary dependent on qualifications.

Please note that the salary range for this role considers a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions to include and not limited to experience, skill sets, training, certifications, and other organizational needs.

Summary Overview:

The Personnel Security Specialist will assist the Government in performing all tasks associated with operating a responsive, courteous, and professional call center to address inquiries from the customer base regarding case status, program information, policies, and procedures and in and out-processing.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate is capable, motivated and willing to learn and grow as the position evolves. In this exciting opportunity as a Personnel Security Specialist your responsibilities will include:

• Establishing productive working relationships with the customer base and provide consistent, high quality customer satisfaction and sound business relations.
• Creating, maintaining, updating, correcting, researching, and reviewing subject records.
• Providing assistance to customer base, exercising sound judgment and discretion to determine appropriate responses to inquiries.
• Providing guidance and clarification to customer base on security clearance and investigative requirements and guidelines.
• Providing assistance and information to Government representatives in support of various level of importance and sensitivity relating to personnel cases.
  • Assisting with evacuation of facilities during emergency.
  • Assisting with various additional tasks as directed by the Program Manager.

Please note that this list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Kaiva Corporation reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties or responsibilities at any time with or without notice.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Demonstrated skill and ability to research and analyze personnel files, extract pertinent information, and formulate an accurate and appropriate response in accordance with applicable security regulations and guidelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge utilizing MS Office.

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Recent experience supporting DoD office environment is strongly desired.
• Experience monitoring compliance with security regulations; providing security guidance, clarification, and interpretation; and investigating, documenting, and developing mitigation plans for violations is highly desired.

Education:

• High School Degree or Certificate.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach daily.
• Ability to lift to 30 pounds and climb ladders occasionally.
• Ability to walk long distances without assistance and proficiently inspect access-confined spaces.

We value our employees and encourage them to take care of their wellbeing! This is why we offer assistance to cover medical, dental and vision, company paid short term and long term disability, company paid life insurance, 401(k), company holidays and PTO.

Kaiva is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we're committed to a workplace that welcomes diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We believe that we grow as we actively search for new ideas and welcome different perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability veteran status, or any other legally protected class. Creating an inclusive and professional environment where employees feel comfortable and safe allows us to flourish. We take violations of our EEO policy and practices seriously. If you feel as though you have been discriminated against in the application or hiring process, please contact us.

Kaiva is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process, you can reach out to hr@tech.kaivacorp.com.

Salary : $75,000 - $110,000