SECURITY SPECIALIST – DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Job title:

SECURITY SPECIALIST – DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Company

Federal government of the United States

Job description

SummaryTo find additional information on “What Is DHA” and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service’s “Direct Hire Job Board”, please click .In this position you will provide Test and Industrial Security Program Management for a complex, multi-mission installation; implementing base-wide procedures as the local expert for interpretation of agency security policies and security program execution for administration of multiple security functions.OverviewOpen & closing dates08/20/2024 to 09/01/2024Salary$86,962 – $134,435 per yearPay scale & gradeNH 3Locationfew vacancies in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberAFTC-12519099-SB-FLYERControl number805439100This job is open toDutiesFor additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click .

• Directs multiple functions within the local installation’s total security program covering subprograms areas such as Information, Industrial, Personnel, and Operations Security. Duties may include significant involvement with the agency Foreign Disclosure Program and classified information issues up through the Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) level.
• Administer the Test and Industrial Security programs
• Serve as the technical expert for security and information protection matters for the organization
• Directly coordinate with multiple test organizations to interpret and implement security requirements
• Develop organizational and information protection performance goals for Industrial and Test security
• Provide technical expertise across multiple organizations for the protection of sensitive information
• Develop and conduct security reviews of information protection operations to ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Telework Information: Up to 40% telework possible (must reside in local area)
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Obtain and maintain Top Secret Security clearance
• Experience with Air Force Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation processes desired
• This is a designated Drug Testing Position
• Experience navigating complex regulatory requirements and communicating those requirements to a broad audience desired
• Knowledge of multiple security disciplines (PERSEC, INFOSEC, OPSEC, Foreign Disclosure) desired
• For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
• This position MAY be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.
• This position MAY be eligible for paid relocation (Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY be paid). Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) and Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) required within two years

QualificationsFor additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click .In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management positions locatedSPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences is experience with Air Force Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation processes, navigating complex regulatory requirements and communicating those requirements to a broad audience, and knowledge of multiple security disciplines (PERSEC, INFOSEC, OPSEC, Foreign Disclosure)Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) * Knowledge of a wide range of security and information protection concepts, principles, and practices to review independently, analyze, and resolve difficult and complex security problems. Comprehensive knowledge of security policy requirements to function as technical authority in multiple security specialties in order to resolve major conflicts in policy, procedure and program objectives.

• Knowledge of analytical methods for determining and evaluating vulnerability threats, intelligence data, and other specialized areas resulting in possible program compromise.
• Ability to work independently planning, scheduling, coordinating, carrying out, and monitoring the effectiveness of the operations of multiple security programs in attaining organizational operational and test mission activities.
• Ability to interpret, establish and monitor operating security programs to meet specific test and operational program situations involving multi-security classification and highly classified information, facilities, devices and operations.

Additional informationPlease note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. For the most up-to-date notifications on available positions, we recommend candidates subscribe and complete their profile at (https://afciviliancareers.com/subscribe), indicating their position and location preferences.Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.
Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits:
Paid Time Off:

• 11 Federal Holidays off per year
• Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year
• 13 sick days per year (104 hours)

Retirement:

• Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching

Health & Wellness:

• Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
• Flexible Spending Account
• Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance

Work/Life Balance:

• Family and Medical Leave Act
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)

Career Development:

• Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
• Career enhancement and promotion opportunities

• 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. .

Expected salary

$86962 – 134435 per year

Location

Tullahoma, TN

Job date

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:10:40 GMT

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