Protection Strategies Incorporated Hiring for HHS – Adjudicator – Remote at Washington, DC Full Time

HHS – Adjudicator | Protection Strategies Inc. ***Remote*** About Us: Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to join a diverse team supporting a unifying mission? PSI is always looking to enhance its staff with professional, talented individuals. PSI is willing to sponsor candidates for Top Secret Clearance (for specific jobs that require it) Culture PSI’s success is driven by our motto “People First, Mission Always.” We put people first, and this starts with our team members. We treat everyone on our diverse team with respect, and we work hard to ensure everyone’s success by providing leadership, training, mentorship, and development opportunities. Our competitive benefits and culture of integrity, professionalism, and excellence attracts top talent in the industry. Missions Together with our federal partners, PSI is engaged in protecting critical assets by investigating and adjudicating personnel for secure and sensitive programs, protecting the resiliency of the Nation’s essential infrastructure, and supporting the safe placement of unaccompanied refugee minors. We support the mission of our customers through trusted partnerships and by creating tailored solutions that meet their needs and overcome the challenges created by the ever-evolving landscape. Workforce Diversity PSI has achieved and maintains one of the most diverse workforces in the country. 56% of our workforce is ethnically diverse and 53% of our workforce are women. This extends to our leadership team as well. 56% of our leadership team is ethnically diverse and 50% of our leadership team are women. At PSI, we do not talk about doing the right thing, we just do it. About the role: This is full performance level staff work conducting an examination of a person’s character or conduct over time, resulting in a favorable or unfavorable determination of their employment suitability, eligibility for access to classified information and materials. Per E.O 12968, eligibility for access to classified information shall not be requested to ranged solely to permit entry to, or ease of movement within, controlled areas when the employee has no need for access and access to classified information may reasonably be prevented. Responsibilities: Screen, review, and evaluate completed “issue” and “non-issue” OPM conducted Background Investigation Identify and analyze derogatory and mitigating information for suitability (5CFR 731 E.O. 10450) and for national security (E.O. 12968) Request support documentation from applicant related to financial, criminal, or other matters, as required Prepare detailed adjudicative analytical summaries recommending further courses of action for processing with supporting rationale Manage and prepare for government signature requests for additional information and Suitability Letters and Letters of Advisement (LOA’s). Manage caseload with appropriate follow-up based on government timelines Review appeals and reconsideration requests and prepare a summary of recommended Findings Qualifications/Requirements: Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience in personnel security. Five (5) years of experience adjudicating suitability and security background investigations. Successful completion of an accredited Basic and Advanced Suitability Adjudication Course. The DOD course is sufficient for the online Basic Adjudicator training; however, the Advance Suitability Adjudication Course is the responsibility of the contractor. OSSI will only provide the contractor training on OSSI adjudication processes. Proficient in Microsoft applications and knowledge of processing e-QIP. Competencies: Ability to multi-task Proficient written and verbal communication skills Work with tight and often conflicting deadlines Coordination of work activities with other persons and groups Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and other programs and systems to facilitate work completion Interact with representatives, executives, and directors Strong report writing skills Considerable knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing Personnel Security and Suitability. Considerable skill in expressing ideas, conclusions, and make recommendations effectively, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Company Benefits/Perks: Medical HSA + HRA Goodrx Telemedicine Dental Benefits Vision Benefits Basic and Voluntary Life and Ad&D Disability Products Employee Assistance Program 401(K) Retirement Plan Commuter Benefits Financial Advisor Tuition Assistance EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Our company takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Our company maintains a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment will be contingent on applicant passing a pre-employment drug screen.