Investigative Assistant

Join Our Team as a Investigative Assistant!

Who We Are:

At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and personnel security expertise for the U.S. Government. Our mission is to safeguard our clients' interests with integrity and innovation, reshaping the landscape of security.

Why PSI?:

Become part of a dedicated team that values people first and believes in making a meaningful impact. We offer cutting-edge solutions that promote safety and protect critical infrastructure. Your hard work will be recognized in our mission-driven culture.

Apply now** to join PSI and help shape a safer future!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
• Financial Support: 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Disability Products
• Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance, GoodRx, Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA + HRA

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Investigative Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will manage Investigative Assistant intake tasks, initiate background investigations, and ensure all required documents are completed and included in individual files.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct background investigations and fingerprinting procedures.
• Verify the appropriate level of background investigation.
• Prepare, submit, monitor, and update computer tracking systems.
• Apply incident management, problem-solving, and task performance.
• Participate in special projects as needed.
• Must have applied knowledge of GSA PIV card processing system, USAccess.
• Establishes, reviews, and monitors background investigation accounts and information in the DCSA NBIS eApp system.
• Utilizes the GSA USAccess system to sponsor individuals for HSPD-12 PIV credentials to grant logical and physical access to client facilities and allow enrollment of fingerprints for criminal history records checks.
• Drafts correspondence in the form of LOIs, Adjudicative Worksheets, and Notices of Proposed Action for second-level review.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum of two years of experience conducting background investigations for the purpose of adjudication for suitability or national security, or two years of combined experience; One-year conducting investigations and one year of suitability and fitness case processing or adjudication on behalf of the Federal Government.
• Completed formal training in conducting background investigations in support of personnel security and suitability decisions in compliance with National Training Standards established by OPM.
• Demonstrated experience and familiarity working with e-QIP/eAPP.
• Must possess and demonstrate an applied knowledge of utilizing the General Services Administration USAccess system to sponsor individuals for HSPD-12 PIV credentials to grant logical and physical access to client facilities and allow enrollment of fingerprints for criminal history records checks.
• Experience reviewing personal documents, Personnel Security Questionnaires (SF-86, SF-85, SF-85P), and other records to ensure they are accurate, complete, and in compliance with the adjudication guidelines.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in security or intelligence fields.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now to join PSI and help shape a safer future!