Adjudicator (Top Secret Clearance)

$75,000 - $80,000/Yr

One Federal Solution - Springfield, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Springfield, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Adjudicator position at One Federal Solution involves conducting personnel security adjudications for a government agency. The role requires evaluating investigative reports, making eligibility determinations for access to classified information, and preparing detailed documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in federal adjudications and hold an active Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate reports of investigations and interpret adjudicative guidelines.
• Document findings with clear justifications for eligibility determinations for SCI classified information access.
• Identify discrepancies or inconsistencies in investigative documents and recommend additional actions or clarifications.
• Prepare detailed written documentation such as statements of reasons, letters of intent, advisory letters, and denial of access memoranda.
• Recommend security clearance eligibility decisions, including complex and sensitive cases, with thorough justification.
• Update security clearance databases (e.g., Scattered Castles, JPAS, DCII, CVS) to reflect eligibility determinations.
• Engage with government security officials and external agencies to address personnel security-related issues.
• Attend meetings to review security case files and provide expert recommendations.
• Coordinate and prepare documentation to support personnel security program requirements.
• Conduct adjudicative read-downs against national security criteria.
• Review classified and unclassified materials relevant to adjudicative processes.
• Respond to legal briefs and appeals actions, preparing analyses for security appeals panels.
• Provide assessments and consult with management on resolving conflicts and improving organizational dynamics.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• Successful completion of an accredited Basic and Advanced Suitability Adjudication Course.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in adjudicating suitability and security background investigations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and eQIP processing.
• Experienced with NP2 Suite applications, LexisNexis, and ISMS.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on clarity and conciseness.
• Skilled in report writing and presenting conclusions effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and handle tight, conflicting deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate activities with teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing personnel security and fitness/suitability.
• Ability to interact professionally with representatives, executives, and directors.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with LexisNexis (2 years preferred).