Job summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, SECURITY SPECIALIST, GS-0080-12, is to serve as a lead Security Specialist and security advisor and to provide oversight and management of multiple security disciplines (information, personnel, physical, computer, operations and communications security) in support of the requirements for advanced and Special Access Programs (SAP).

Major duties

Implement and administer the personnel security program. Implement and administer the information security program. Implement and administer the physical security program. Implement and administer the SAP industrial security program.

Qualification

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience: assist in the interpretation of policy originating from higher organization levels and implements instructions, providing authoritative interpretations and guidance to management officials and other security personnel and for resolving issues involving conflicting security requirements from multiple nations; aid in responding to requests for physical, information and personnel security guidance or assistance, identifying the nature of the issues involved and researching guidelines to identify the policies and procedures that apply to their solutions; independently use security principles, concepts, and methodologies to review, independently analyze, and resolve difficult and complex security problems. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Substantive knowledge of the safety and security procedures, practices, and guidelines within various SAP security disciplines such as computer, communications, industrial, information, physical, and personnel to effectively plan and implement security programs in these areas. 2. Skill in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program for the organization. 3. Substantive knowledge of the security clearance adjudication process such as requesting a security clearance investigation, potentially disqualifying information, confidentiality agreements, and the various forms utilized. 4. Knowledge and application efficiency of one or more automated databases and software applications associated with a specific security function to recognize, locate, and insert data/information, support office and security operations by demonstrating a thorough understanding of the unit mission, and produce a variety of documents and reports. 5. Ability to consistently provide competent, professional and effective guidance to customers. 6. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately which will be applied in the development of internal operating procedures and policies. 7. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with Wing/Group, coworkers and customers, and CAF units contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, may be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.