AHMAD HAMED
Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
Fairfax,VA
10
years of professional experience
Investigator and personnel security professional with experience conducting investigations, analyzing evidence and records, interviewing involved parties, preparing investigative documentation, and managing sensitive case information. Experienced in serving as an Acting Lead Investigator and training and mentoring new investigators. Background includes federal suitability and personnel security work, investigative case management, and team leadership.
Work History
Investigator
7 Years 10 Months- Conducted complex investigations by gathering, reviewing, and analyzing records, evidence, statements, and other relevant information to establish facts and support investigative findings.
- Interviewed complainants, respondents, witnesses, and other relevant parties; evaluate information for consistency, credibility, and investigative relevance.
- Independently managed assigned cases from initial intake and fact-finding through analysis, documentation, and resolution.
- Prepared detailed, objective, and well-supported investigative reports and case documentation while maintaining confidentiality and following applicable agency policies and procedures.
- Developed investigative strategies, prioritized caseloads, identified investigative gaps, and determined when additional information or follow-up is required.
- Collaborated with agency personnel, management, and external stakeholders to obtain records, clarify information, and resolve investigative matters.
- Served as Acting Lead Investigator, providing day-to-day guidance to investigators and assisting with workload coordination, case assignments, and investigative priorities.
- Trained and mentored newly hired investigator on investigative procedures, case management, documentation standards, and agency processes.
- Provided coaching and subject-matter guidance to investigators, reviewed investigative work for completeness and quality, and promoted consistency in investigative practices.
- Supported professional development of new investigators by sharing institutional knowledge, answering procedural questions, and reinforcing investigative standards.
Personnel Security Specialist
1 Year 9 Months- Active TOP SECRET Clearance.
- Assisted in and initiated background investigations and verified appropriate investigation levels and required suitability documentation.
- Prepared, submitted, monitored, and updated computer tracking systems concerning case material.
- Determined suitability for sensitive and non-sensitive positions under applicable federal regulations, National Industrial Security Program requirements, and Intelligence Community directives.
- Assessed character, conduct, loyalty, reliability, suitability, and trustworthiness of applicants for federal contractor positions.
- Reviewed and evaluated reports of investigation, security questionnaires, records checks, personnel files, and other records for suitability determinations.
- Conducted fingerprinting procedures and contacted references, employers, and appointees for pre-employment suitability inquiries.
Education
Standard Diploma
Skills
Investigations
Personnel Security
Case Management
Investigative Interviews
Evidence & Records Analysis
Training & Mentoring
Suitability Determinations
Sensitive Information
Report Writing
SIMS
JPAS
E-QIP / SF-86
Intelligence Community Processes
Adobe Acrobat DC Pro
Microsoft Applications
Timeline
Investigator
Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
10.2018 - CurrentRead More
Personnel Security Specialist
PAE
01.2017 - 10.2018Read More
Stonewall Jackson High School
Standard Diploma
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