PCL Specialist - Tier 1 Investigation Processing

IsI Enterprises is searching for a PCL Specialist that will be responsible for processing Tier 1 personnel security clearance investigations, including pre-screening, case initiation, and case management. This role ensures timely, accurate, and compliant processing of security packages in alignment with U.S. Government (USG) regulations and requirements. The ideal candidate will have direct experience with federal personnel security programs, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in USG security systems of record.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Pre-Screening & Case Initiation

• Review and process Tier 1 security clearance applications (e.g., SF-86, SF-85, etc.)
• Ensure applicants complete all required USG security forms accurately within 5 business days of receipt
• Maintain a 98%+ quality assurance rate for USG acceptance of submissions
• Initiate clearance actions using e-APP, NBIS, DISS, or other designated systems
• Facilitate applicant fingerprinting and uploads via SWFT
• Support applicant completion and mailing of required State Child-Care Certifications/Cards, as applicable by contract terms and location of residence/work (past 5 years)
• Support vendor attrition actions and USG-initiated reinvestigations as required
• Deliver scalable services to meet USG volume requirements and deadlines

Case Management

• Track and monitor status of personnel security cases in client and prime systems of record
• Update and maintain case files, documentation, and electronic records

Milestones

• Successfully process 2,000–4,000 cases by November 1, 2025
• Complete an additional 4,000–6,000 cases by December 31, 2025
• Provide scalable ongoing support for case maintenance and reinvestigations

Qualifications

• US Citizenship Required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in federal personnel security, adjudication support, or related field
• Familiarity with USG personnel security systems, including:
• e-APP, DISS, NBIS, SWFT, SIMS, FieldPrint
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage high-volume case loads under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving requirements and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance

Place of Performance

• Primary: Arlington, VA 22203
• Secondary: Chantilly, VA 20151
• Telework: May be authorized based on task requirements and agency policy
• Final location requirements will be determined at the discretion of the prime contractor

What we offer

• The salary range for this role is $65,000 to $75,000
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional growth encouragement and support

Industrial Security Integrators, LLC (“IsI”) is an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and diversity in the workplace. It is the policy of IsI to provide Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to Employees and Applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, citizenship status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability or any other factor protected by law and to provide advancement opportunities for minorities, women, disabled individuals, and veterans. IsI is stronger and more effective when our workforce includes highly qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and traditions.

IsI Enterprises does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings or otherwise. Placement fees will not be paid to any recruiter unless IsI has an active agreement in place with the recruiter and such a request has been made by the IsI hiring team and such candidate was submitted to the IsI hiring team via our Applicant Tracking System. Any unsolicited resumes or other data submitted to IsI in violation of this policy may be used by IsI without obligation to pay any fees of any kind to the recruiter.