Position title: Common Access Card Issuing Official
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Clearance required: SECRET
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Credential & Identity Management Operations: Generate Common Access Cards (CACs) and other Uniformed Services ID Cards for all eligible personnel populations. This includes using the RAPIDS workstation to issue cards, ensuring recipients complete the DD Form 2841, creating DD Form 1172 for qualified dependents, and verifying eligibility for special categories such as former spouses.
- Data Integrity & Eligibility Verification: Serve as a Local Registration Authority (LRA), responsible for verifying the identity and eligibility of all card recipients in accordance with governing directives. They will also ensure DEERS data integrity by accurately adding or removing dependents based on the presentation of proper documentation.
- DEERS/RAPIDS System & Equipment Readiness: Ensure all DEERS/RAPIDS workstation equipment is functional, performing minor authorized repairs as needed. They will serve as the primary point of contact for the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) to resolve all equipment malfunctions and complex database correction cases.
- Customer Service & Training: Serve as the primary subject matter expert on all rules and regulations regarding ID card procedures. They are also responsible for providing comprehensive training for any new employees or alternates assigned to the section.
- Associate's degree from an accredited institution and one (1) year of relevant experience as a security specialist OR a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and three (3) years of functional experience as a security specialist.
- Functional knowledge of (1) Defense Information System for Security (DISS) or (2) other automated database systems.
- Functional knowledge of Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and Real-time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS).
Skills Required
- Associate's degree and one year relevant security specialist experience OR High School/GED and three years functional security specialist experience
- Functional knowledge of Defense Information System for Security (DISS) or other automated database systems
- Functional knowledge of Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and Real-time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS)
- Experience issuing Common Access Cards (CACs) and using the RAPIDS workstation
- Ability to verify identity/eligibility, manage DEERS data, and serve as a Local Registration Authority (LRA)
- Active SECRET security clearance
- Customer service skills and ability to train new employees or alternates on ID procedures
What We Do
We are a provider of Information Technology (IT) professional services, software solutions and professional development training. Our core competencies evolved from leveraging IT enablers for knowledge management with an emphasis on Web Based Knowledge Portals and Portal Services, Server/System Services, SharePoint Development and System Administration and SQL Server Services. Our capabilities have expanded to include software development, technical training support and field support services. Our Mission Combine technical expertise, innovative approaches, and operational experience to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. Our Vision A corporate family driven to lead globally with innovative vision, flawless execution, continuous adaptability and a profound appreciation for the missions we serve. Guiding Principles Satisfy the customer – “Exceed expectations” Set the Example – “Be out front” Be Responsive – “Timing is everything” Persevere – “Find a way” Please also visit PTP Talent Acquisition on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/ptptalentacquisition
