USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Protective Security Operations Specialist #5446
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $168K/yr
5+ years expThe U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Protective Security Operations Specialist. This role involves coordinating security enhancements for Senators, assessing security risks, and providing necessary guidance and support for public events and travel.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Works closely with Capitol Police and other law enforcement partners to coordinate security enhancements for Senators at events, during travel, and at their residences or other associated locations
Reports on security risks, concerns, and persons of interest involving possible or actual threats to Senate Members, staff, the Capitol, and/or offices, and provides regular updates and applicable advice regarding these incidents
Implements outreach efforts, security assessment initiatives, and law enforcement coordination to ensure Senators and their Chiefs of Staff receive the necessary guidance, tools, and support when planning and attending public events or conducting both official and unofficial travel
Reviews publicly available and law enforcement sensitive information to identify potential threats or gaps in security and provide insight into operational planning and emergency response to Senate staff
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
5 years of required work experience
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, principles of security planning and management, emergency response, and resource allocation
Experience working with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to coordinate available resources
Ability to develop effective working relationships with Senate staff and senior government officials
Ability to organize and coordinate resources to achieve organizational goals and objectives
Ability to explain complex law enforcement subjects, including event planning best practices, to the Senate community
Ability to work independently
Ability to proficiently write executive summaries of threat and intelligence information
Ability to balance shifting priorities and multitask across a wide range of projects
Ability to exercise tact and discretion with others regarding sensitive and confidential issues
Ability to analyze difficult and complex issues and make recommendations for action
Ability to conduct research and prepare analyses and reports
Ability to communicate effectively
This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance
Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance
Preferred
Previous law enforcement/dignitary protection experience
Able to adapt to a fast-moving and constantly changing environment
Strong task management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively
Excellent attention to detail
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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