Security Support D (PERSEC) (ROCHESTER)

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Security Support D (PERSEC)

Job Code: 41837

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Job Schedule: 9/80 

Job Description:

Seeking a self-starter who can efficiently manage a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment to ensure L3Harris compliance with all U.S. Government customer Personnel Security (PerSec) requirements. The role involves developing and implementing an effective security education and awareness training program, briefing individuals on their security clearance responsibilities, and debriefing those who no longer have a need-to-know (NTK). Responsibilities include processing Department of War (DoW) clearance applications, determining reciprocity for investigations, and utilizing security databases to include DISS & Scattered Castles & NBIS.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures L3Harris compliance to all U.S. Government customer PerSec requirements
• Assist with developing and implementing an effective security education and awareness training program
• Conduct indoctrination briefings and educating cleared personnel on their clearance responsibilities
• Debriefing individuals who no longer have a NTK or resign from their position

• Process clearance investigation applications for perspective candidates and employees. Determine whether subjects of investigation can be granted reciprocity by a completed investigation from another agency.
• Utilize security databases, such as Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) and Scattered Castles.
• Familiarization with DoD guidance and 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM.
• Utilize U.S. Government systems to initiate personnel to complete their security questionnaire. Interface with personnel in support of their investigation; assist with eApp access issues or questions.
• Review investigative documents completed by personnel for errors, omissions, and quality.
• Work with applicants and points of contact (Security, Human Resources, Program) on case issues.
• Receive notifications from U.S. Government regarding background investigation case matters and refer such information to appropriate staff personnel.
• Perform security functions to include updating and maintaining personnel security databases/repositories and creating employee security records.
• Handle sensitive inquiries made by internal and external customers and employees.
• Assist with routine and non-routine administrative requirements on project/program related efforts.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Qualifications:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance  
• Working knowledge of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD's) and supplement Information system security experience