In October 2019, the authority to conduct background investigations transitioned to the newly formed Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency (DCSA). Tasked with conducting 90% of all background investigations for civilian and Department of Defense (DoD) agency personnel across the federal government, the DCSA has introduced new systems and processes that agencies must quickly learn and integrate. Additionally, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) continues to expand the scope of background investigation requirements through evolving Security Executive Agency Directives (SEADs).
One of the most ambitious of these, SEAD 6, mandates continuous vetting of investigative data, requiring agencies to manage an influx of new reporting requirements and interpret results from an expanded pool of record checks. The combination of these challenges has created a pressing need for agencies to modernize their personnel security operations.
To effectively handle the demands of continuous vetting and maintain compliance with SEAD 6, agencies require a modern, data-centric Personnel Security Case Management System (PS-CMS). Such a system streamlines personnel security processes by:
- Automating workflows for background investigations and adjudication.
- Electronically ingesting SEAD 6 record check results and automatically associating them with the correct records.
- Issuing alerts and notifications for results requiring immediate attention.
- Providing robust query and reporting capabilities for leadership, ODNI, and DCSA data calls.
A PS-CMS is essential for agencies aiming to increase efficiency, improve compliance, and mitigate risk in an increasingly complex personnel security environment.
Selecting the Right Team
Since 2010, Chainbridge Solutions has been a trusted partner in implementing and supporting Personnel Security Case Management Systems for more than 15 federal agencies. As a recognized thought leader in personnel security and workforce management, Chainbridge Solutions delivers out-of-the-box, proven solutions that incorporate:
- Federal personnel security (PERSEC) processes and business rules aligned to regulations.
- Terminology and reporting requirements mandated by DCSA and ODNI.
- Features and capabilities designed to save time and improve accuracy.
Chainbridge Solutions’ expertise ensures that agencies not only meet compliance requirements but also achieve operational excellence.
Delivering Value
The right team with deep understanding and experience in PERSEC and supporting technology can deliver measurable value. Chainbridge Solutions’ customers benefit from capabilities such as:
- A single, trusted system of record for tracking all personnel security information.
- The ability to collect, analyze, and report on historical data.
- Automation of repetitive, time-consuming tasks to free up critical resources.
- Instant access to one-click reports to meet leadership and oversight demands.
- Achieving adjudication timeliness goals with ease.
- Minimizing agency risk through streamlined processes and proactive measures.
Want to Learn More?
If you’re ready to transform your personnel security operations and ensure compliance with SEAD 6, contact us to learn more. Schedule a demonstration and speak with our PERSEC and technology Subject Matter Experts to see how Chainbridge Solutions can deliver real value to your agency.