Personnel Security OfficerThe Leidos Security Service Center located in Chantilly, VA is seeking an experienced Personnel Security Officer to support the Department of Defense (DOD) team. Primary Responsibilities:Manage clearance processing and accesses for various DOD government agency sitesInitiate, track, and document all aspects of personnel security functions for DOD including, but not limited to processing security clearances, reinvestigations, continuous vetting, outgoing visit requests, request for accessesCollaborate, communicate, and interface with applicants; Security professionals with Leidos; government entities, and customer sites; Program Managers; and Leidos business areas to provide status reports on various requests and activitiesPossess a thorough understanding of the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)Manage reports and maintain the personnel clearance database(s)Desired Competencies:Critical Thinking – Has experience gathering information, objectively analyzing it, and drawing conclusions while focusing on comprehension of policies, regulations and standards.Judgement and Decision-making – Has proven ability to assess situation and information and reach sound conclusions in atypical situations.Compliance-minded – Has experience with applicable policies, standards, laws, and rules, to include interpreting and applying against customer requirements to resolve security issues.Clear Communication – Is able to write and speak in a clear, concise, effective manner to a wide variety of audiences, to include displaying active listening skills.Customer Relationship Management – Proven track record as a self-starter and experience building partnerships while understanding customers' mission, vision, and issues and prioritizing work accordingly.Required Experience:Minimum of Secret clearance on start date with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearanceHigh School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of related experienceWorking knowledge of DOD clearance processing proceduresKnowledge of DOD government regulations (e.g., CFR 32, Part 117) is requiredExperience using various databases, including proficiency with MS OfficeSolid command of the English language with strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skillsThe ability to work in a fast-paced team environmentHigh level of discretion and judgment when handling sensitive personal informationAbility to work independently and be a self-starter as well as a solid group contributorPreferred Experience:Top Secret clearanceProficiency with SIMS security software