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About Us

Reliable fingerprint solutions for Tribes, organizations, and individuals.

Michele Justice, Founder and President of 1st Defense Screening Solutions, points to a document on the table while explaining the background screening process to a colleague seated beside her.

We offer customized and reliable background screening solutions with a focus on trust, compliance, and exceptional support -ensuring every client feels empowered in their hiring decisions.

Our Purpose

To enable safe and informed hiring decisions.

Our Mission

To provide reliable, tailored, and compliant background screening solutions. 

Our Vision

A future where organizations hire confidently, thrive on integrity, and communities are supported by properly vetted employees. 

Michele Justice in a staged team photo with a group of people representing a collaborative workplace.

Meet Our Team

Management

Michele Justice

Founder, President, & Managing Partner

Michele Justice is the Founder and President of Personnel Security Consultants and the Managing Partner of 1st Defense Screening Solutions, bringing over 30 years of expertise in personnel security, background investigations, and adjudication. A dedicated advocate for Tribal and federal security programs, she has trained thousands and continues to lead with innovation, integrity, and a commitment to protecting communities.

Amanda Rogers

Amanda Rogers

Director,  Administration and Operations

Amanda Rogers, Director of Administration and Operations, has been a dedicated member of PSC and now 1st Defense Screening Solutions for 18 years. She played a vital role as PSC expanded into fingerprinting and background screening solutions and now oversees the 1st Defense Screening Solutions’ background investigations team, compliance, and client agreements, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory adherence.