Personnel Security Analyst / Adjudicator – Junior with FSP with Security Clearance

Xcelerate SolutionsHerndon, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 9, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This junior Personnel Security Analyst role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop critical analytical and investigative skills within the technology sector, supporting national security initiatives. You will thrive here if you are detail-oriented, possess strong analytical and writing abilities, and are eager to learn and grow within a supportive team environment. Embrace the chance to build a rewarding career with excellent training and a hybrid work model for added flexibility.

Quick Overview

Seniority

Junior

Employment type

Employee

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Herndon, VA, United States

Posted

1 week ago

Job Description

Personnel Security Analyst / Adjudicator – Junior The Developmental Security Analyst provides entry-level adjudicative support to the Sponsor. Working under the guidance of Senior Case Managers, the analyst organizes investigative materials and applies Federal adjudicative standards to determine eligibility for access to National Security Information. This role focuses on mastering the "story" of a case and ensuring all administrative and investigative requirements are met for minimally complex cases.

Clearance: TS/SCI w Full Scope Polygraph Location: Herndon, VA Responsibilities

Case Management: Manage a varied caseload of minimally complex cases; maintain a production average of 23 completed cases per month.
Investigative Review: Organize file materials and ensure routine coverage (Background Investigations, Polygraphs, and National Agency Checks) meets standards.
Analytical Support: Identify cases meeting specific thresholds for Subject Matter Expert (SME) review and submit recommendations to Senior Case Managers.
Interviews & Briefing: Partner with senior peers to conduct Subject interviews; prepare and deliver chronological case briefings to the Adjudication Board.
Documentation: Compose adjudicative closing documents and summaries with a clear nexus between case facts and ICD 704/EO 12968 standards.
Risk Mitigation: Identify significant derogatory information early and notify management; support the implementation of risk-mitigation strategies.

Minimum Requirement

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree + 1 year of relevant experience OR High School Diploma/GED + 2 years of relevant experience.
Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of Federal adjudicative requirements, ICD 704, and EO 12968.
Core Skills: Demonstrated analytical ability, excellent writing skills (minimal editing required), and proficiency in MS Office suite.
Integrity: Ability to discreetly handle sensitive, classified, and personal information.