Job Requirements
Remote
Public Trust Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$66,000 - $106,000
Job Description
About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
RDG (Risk Decision Group) provides nationwide background investigations compliant with national government standards to include support of continuous vetting for over 110 government agencies.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented program Quality Assurance (QA) Process Lead to oversee and enhance our DHS quality assurance processes. The QA Process Lead will serve as the DHS QA Officer and will play a critical role in ensuring that our internal processes meet the highest standards of compliance, quality, efficiency, and timeliness. This position requires advanced leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills to oversee quality control systems, implement industry best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Reston, VA is the preferred location for this position however we are open to telework.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Details
Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
RDG (Risk Decision Group) provides nationwide background investigations compliant with national government standards to include support of continuous vetting for over 110 government agencies.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented program Quality Assurance (QA) Process Lead to oversee and enhance our DHS quality assurance processes. The QA Process Lead will serve as the DHS QA Officer and will play a critical role in ensuring that our internal processes meet the highest standards of compliance, quality, efficiency, and timeliness. This position requires advanced leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills to oversee quality control systems, implement industry best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Reston, VA is the preferred location for this position however we are open to telework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, develop, and implement a department's Quality Assurance (QA) programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Lead and oversee quality assurance operations, including evaluating processes, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements to achieve operational excellence.
- Administer and monitor the Quality Control Program, ensuring adherence to established protocols, documented processes, and regulatory compliance.
- Conduct internal audits and inspections to identify inefficiencies and non-conformance issues, and recommend corrective and preventive actions
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including operations, IT, and compliance, to foster a culture of quality and partnership of initiatives
- Implement tools and methodologies for performance measurement, leveraging metrics to monitor quality standards, identify trends, and drive organizational improvements.
- Manage all aspects of quality-related training and development for team members, ensuring employees are up to date on policies and standards.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to continuously improve product and service delivery.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 6 years PERSEC (Personnel Security) and/or BI experience with BS/BA
- US Citizenship
- Favorable T5 (Tier 5) investigation clearance or its equivalent
- Comprehensive knowledge of BI (Background Investigation) policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
- Strong background in Project and Process Management, with a track record of leading successful initiatives.
- Proficiency in utilizing performance metrics as key drivers for operational performance and trend analysis.
- In-depth understanding of the competitive landscape, including best practices, cutting-edge products, systems, and analytics, to promote operational excellence.
- Proven experience implementing the DHS Quality Contact Program, maintaining compliance with standards and requirements.
- Expertise in conducting and managing a two-tier ROI review process for operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to administer and oversee a department-wide Quality Control Program for continuous process improvement.
Details
Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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