Job summary

This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.

Major duties

As a SECURITY SPECIALIST at the GS-0080-13/14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Performs duties as the Program Manager for DTRA's Foreign Disclosure program. Develops disclosure policies, programs, and procedures to guide national, DoD and DTRA decisions to release or restrict release of classified military information (CMI) and controlled unclassified information (CUI) or equipment to foreign nations and international organizations. Authorizes disclosures of CMI and CUI, within authority delegated to DTRA, in support of complex bilateral and multinational programs involving foreign military sales, direct commercial sales, foreign training, international cooperative research and development, combined operations, and exercises. Duties require expert and comprehensive knowledge of the National Disclosure Policy (NDP-1) procedures and requirements, DoD policies and instructions such as DoD 5230.11, and export regulations such as the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to ensure compliance with national and DoD requirements. Follows the DoD 5230.20 Instruction regarding visits and assignments of foreign representatives, the Foreign Visit System (FVS) process, the difference between sponsored and non-sponsored visits, and how a foreign visit supports the Agency mission in executing international cooperative programs. Performs work in the DoD Security Policy Automated Network (SPAN). Makes analytical decisions regarding Security processes and procedures. Reviews, develops, prepares, and staffs foreign disclosure packages for approval, including exceptions to NDP-1, Delegation of Disclosure Authority Letters (DDLs), ITAR exemption requests, and background papers and information papers for Security and Counterintelligence Office leadership and senior Agency officials. Develops and conducts foreign disclosure training sessions and seminars and provides disclosure guidance to Agency personnel. Reviews and provides the DTRA position of ITAR export licenses submitted to the Agency via USXPORTS in SPAN. Recommends changes to DTRA and interagency disclosure policies and processes in response to changes in export control laws or national security interests. Oversees work of contract support personnel assigned to the Foreign Disclosure program. Manages the day-to-day operations of assigned areas and acts as a liaison with higher-level managers, subject matter experts, and customers both within and outside the Agency. Analyzes, plans, advises, and evaluates the development and implementation of policies, procedures, standards, training, and methods for identifying and protecting the information, operations, facilities, and/or personnel of the Agency from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage, or loss. Reviews, interprets, and implements Executive Orders, DoD and Agency Policies, inter-Agency guidance, and local procedures related to assigned program(s) areas. Conducts inquiries, evaluations, assessments, or investigations into security concerns. Conducts security studies, assessments, and surveys and provides recommendations and briefings on policy/position papers relative to the Foreign Disclosure program. Prepares written reports and assessments and makes recommendations for corrective action. Coordinates within the Agency, other US agencies, military services, and state, local, and tribal partners to resolve security concerns and to improve security programs. Ensures security standards are being administered by reviewing and making recommendations regarding existing policies, procedures, and techniques and develops new or modifies existing security policies, processes, and procedures in assigned areas. Prepares briefings and reports for Agency senior leaders, higher-level managers, customers, and peers. Develops, reviews, and modifies Agency security training as needed. Conducts security training and education in security awareness events, Agency sponsored training, or other venues. Conducts debriefings and performs other related educational requirements.

Qualification

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Experience with the National Disclosure Policy (NDP-1) procedures and requirements, DoD policies and instructions such as DoD 5230.11 and export regulations such as the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to ensure compliance with national and DoD requirements. Experience with the DoD 5230.20 Instruction regarding visits and assignments of foreign representatives, the Foreign Visit System (FVS) process, the difference between sponsored and non-sponsored visits, and how foreign visits support the mission in executing international cooperative programs. You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Experience assisting with the National Disclosure Policy (NDP-1) procedures and requirements, DoD policies and instructions such as DoD 5230.11 and export regulations such as the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to ensure compliance with national and DoD requirements. Experience assisting with the DoD 5230.20 Instruction regarding visits and assignments of foreign representatives, the Foreign Visit System (FVS) process, the difference between sponsored and non-sponsored visits, and how foreign visits support the mission in executing international cooperative programs. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for the GS-13 or GS-14 grade levels.

Evaluations

Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Competencies: Communications Export Control and Licensing Requirements Foreign Disclosure Foreign Visit Systems Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.