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USAJOBS · 1 week ago

SECURITY SPECIALIST (PROGRAMS)

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$77K/yr - $120K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Security Specialist for The White House Military Office in Washington, District of Columbia. The role involves developing and managing the organizational physical security program, evaluating existing programs for adequacy and efficiency, and advising management on security requirements.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops and manages all aspects of the organizational physical security program and evaluates existing programs for adequacy and efficiency

Communicates clearly when presenting authoritative interpretations to management officials, supervisors and members across the enterprise

Develops and administers security awareness training programs. Ability to communicate clearly when presenting authoritative interpretations and guidance to the management officials, supervisors and members across the enterprise

Technical knowledge of personnel, information, operations, physical, industrial, security to independently plan, develop, and implement enterprise-wide security policies and procedures

Advises management and procurement officials on industrial security requirements, reviews security documentation to identify the level and extent of protection required for the projects, systems, and information at organization and project sites

Qualification

Security ProgramsSecurity PoliciesSensitive Information ProtectionSecurity Fundamentals CertificationSpecial Access Programs (SAP)Communication SkillsTeamworkAttention to DetailDecision MakingIntegrity

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National

This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination

Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)

Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service

Time in Grade Requirement - see the Qualifications field below for more details

Must be able to obtain/maintain security clearance

This is a drug testing designated position

The incumbent of this position must obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance and eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

In accordance with DoD Instructions 5210.87, Assignment to Presidential Support Activities (PSAs), the incumbent must be cleared for Category Two Presidential Support Duty based on a "Yankee White" Sigle Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)

This is a Mission Essential position

In accordance with DoD Manual 3305.13_M, DoD Security Accreditation and Certification, this position has been identified as a Defense Security Position (DSP)

Individuals occupying positions designated as DSPs are required to meet certification requirements of the Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Program

The incumbent of this position is required to obtain and maintain Tier 1 Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)

Presidential Support Duty (PSD) approval is required. Prior to reporting for duty, the incumbent must be approved for Presidential Support Duty (PSD) in accordance with Department of Defense Directive 5210.55 (PSD Category II, minimum)

Prior to selection, the applicant must be pre-screened for PSD suitability. The applicant must maintain PSD approval to remain eligible to hold the position qualifications

One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required

Time-in-Grade (GS-12): Current or former federal employees who have held a GS-11 position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-11 or higher grade in Federal Service

To be hired at the GS-12, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable in difficulty and responsibility to GS-11 if outside the Federal service. Specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level is defined as having experience in the implementation of security plans/programs to include analysis, system design, and equipment development

Time-in-Grade (GS-13): Current or former federal employees who have held a GS-12 position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-12 or higher grade in Federal Service

To be hired at the GS-13, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable in difficulty and responsibility to GS-12 if outside the Federal service. Specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level is defined as experience in working various security programs, which includes possessing work experience in at least two of the following security programs: personnel, physical, information, technology, cyber, operations, and industrial security; OR experience working with special access programs (SAP); AND experience protecting and classifying sensitive information