Mid Level Contractor Special Security Representative

The Garrett Group is seeking a Mid-Level Special Security Representative (CSSR) - Personnel specialist to support various aspects of a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security program, ensuring compliance with security policies and maintaining accreditation standards. The CSSR will assist in physical, personnel, information, and industrial security functions while managing security databases and facilitating SCIF operations. Key Responsibilities Security Program Support: Assist in managing SCI programs, including personnel, physical, information, and industrial security. SCIF Accreditation Compliance: Ensure adherence to Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) SCIF accreditation standards, maintaining physical separation and TEMPEST requirements. Personnel Security & Clearance Management: Provide security office services to ensure personnel meet and maintain SCI billet clearance requirements. Manage Periodic Reinvestigation Programs, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and Access Control Systems (ACS). Assist in processing personnel, visitor requests, and security clearance verifications in DISS, Scattered Castles, and SCIBS databases. SCIF Maintenance & Oversight: Maintain SCIF accreditations for primary and geographically separated locations. Security Clearance Requirements Active Top Secret (TS) clearance (Some roles may require eligibility for SCI or Special Access Programs (SAP . Background Investigation: Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or Tier 5 investigation. Education & Experience Experience: Four years and degree or 8 years' experience in lieu of a degree in personnel security, adjudication, or background investigations. Education: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, security management, political science, or related field preferred. Knowledge of DoD personnel security policies (e.g., DoD 5200.2-R, ICD 704). Experience with security databases such as DISS, JPAS (legacy), e-QIP. Skills & Knowledge Personnel Security Processes: Security clearance adjudication & vetting. Handling SF-86 and related security forms. Knowledge of suitability and continuous evaluation programs. Security Regulations: Familiarity with DoD and federal security policies (EO 12968, EO 13467, NISPOM). Analytical & Communication Skills: Ability to assess security risks. Strong written and verbal communication for reports and adjudications. Preferred Certifications (Optional but Beneficial) Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC) Salary: Starting from $80,000 per year The Garrett Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race; religion; color, gender identity; sexual orientation; age; national origin; disability; veteran status; or any status or condition protected by law.