Personnel Security Specialist 2026P-0082
Ascension LLC is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB/EDWOSB) and SBA-certified Small Disadvantaged Business providing strategic advisory, program management, data analytics, and acquisition lifecycle support to federal agencies including DHS, DOE, FEMA, and DOJ. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and operate under GSA MAS Contract #47QRAA22D001E.
We are seeking five (5) Personnel Security Specialists to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG), Office of Security Policy and Management (SPM), at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC.
Position Overview
The Personnel Security Specialist provides adjudicative and personnel security support services in accordance with USCG security policy and federal suitability standards.
This role supports the review and adjudication of background investigations (Tier 1–5), application of 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria, preparation of written adjudicative recommendations, and contribution to policy development and security program improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Adjudication & Suitability Review
- Conduct pre-screening and review of background investigations (Tiers 1–5)
- Review SF-85, SF-85P, SF-86, OF-306, fingerprint results, and FBI Criminal History
- Analyze applicant correspondence, court dispositions, and credit reports
- Apply 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria
- Identify and evaluate adverse information impacting conduct and character
- Package adjudicative cases requiring management eligibility determinations
- Prepare comprehensive written reports recommending granting, denying, or revoking suitability eligibility.
Automated Systems & Tools
- Utilize e-QIP for investigative processing
- Use DCSA/OPM CVS and PIPS to validate investigation needs and reciprocity
- Apply experience with DHS Integrated Security Management System (ISMS) or similar systems (desirable)
- Develop written products using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Policy & Program Support
- Analyze new and existing DHS, DoD, and Executive Order guidance impacting personnel security.
- Contribute to development and updates of security policies, instructions, and memoranda
- Support development of PERSEC materials including briefing slides and process guides
- Participate in compliance reviews and staff assistance visits as needed
Reporting & Communication
- Provide monthly status reports to the COR.
- Respond to communications within 48 hours in accordance with performance standards.
- Coordinate with HR, security offices, and stakeholders professionally
- Maintain case tracking logs and documentation
How to Apply
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| Job Category | Legal and Compliance, Security & Law Enforcement Support |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | U.S. Citizenship required | Bachelor’s degree in a security-related discipline OR minimum five (5) years of qualifying adjudication experience |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Completion of OPM Essentials of Suitability Adjudication Program and/or Basic Adjudication training | Recent (within the last two years) experience reviewing Tier 1–5 investigations |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience applying 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria | Experience using e-QIP and DCSA CVS/PIPS | Demonstrated adjudicative case writing capability | Strong analytical and critical thinking skills | Intermediate or higher proficiency in Microsoft Office |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | DHS or DoD personnel security experience | Experience with ISMS | Supervisory review experience of adjudication packages | Experience drafting security policy memoranda | Experience supporting inspections or compliance reviews. |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Contractor must maintain Facility Clearance (Secret minimum) | Personnel must maintain Secret eligibility for the duration of the contract | Must be eligible for CAC issuance through MP ICAM sponsorship | May be required to open/close classified workspaces after training | Must complete DHS Form 11000-6 Non-Disclosure Agreement |