Security Specialist, GG-0080-9/11/12 (Developmental)

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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Security and Safety

Job Summary

  • The United States Army Test and Evaluation Command is posting this advertisement for the subject position above under the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel (DCIPS) Direct-Hire Authority. The chosen candidate will serve as a Security Specialist supporting the Yuma Proving Ground. The selection for this position is a "Developmental" and will be made at the GG-9/11/12 grade level.

Job Responsibilities

As a Security Specialist, you will:

  • The incumbent implements one or more of the installation intelligence (DCIPS) related security programs, which are: operational (OPSEC), Special Security Office (550), Personnel, Foreign Disclosure, Information, Technical, and Industrial Security. Provides journeyman level guidance, support and assistance across a broad spectrum of security disciplines. 
  • Incumbent reviews basic and supplemental regulatory guidance over the entire spectrum of intelligence related security disciplines, comparing them to existing or expected vulnerabilities. Once compared with an existing standard, the incumbent makes rational determinations in the development and/or procurement of systems which may be needed now or at a future time to insure program completion. Inappropriate decisions by the incumbent might result in costly program delays or the compromise of sensitive program features.
  • The incumbent develops and maintains comprehensive knowledge of more than one of the intelligence and related security disciplines, which include: Operations (OPSEC), Technical, Special Security, Personnel, Information and Industrial security. The knowledge base will allow incumbents to develop local procedures that ensure all program objectives are met in a timely manner. 
  • Conducts research, develops curriculum, instructs in complex subject areas based upon Directorate assignments. 
  • The incumbent develops and maintains a comprehensive assortment of security countermeasure techniques for known or perceived security vulnerabilities or threats at the installation level.
  • The incumbent actively confers with activity and program officials on program security requirements that must be considered during a program's life cycle. Interfaces at all levels on the installation and work closely with counterparts at higher headquarters so that concurrences for security requirements are met even when it may be costly or effect scheduled completion and/or material requirements of projects.

Job Qualification

  • In order to qualify, you must meet the experience and/or education requirements described below. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. 

 

See OPM Requirements for Administrative and Management Positions: General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov)

And 

 

Individual Occupational Requirements for: Security Administration Series 0080 (opm.gov)

 

  • YOUR RESUME:

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support and highlight the specialized experience described in this announcement. For qualifications determinations, your resume must contain hours worked per week, the dates of employment of the positions you have worked that correspond to the experience stated in your resume, (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present/experience) for each position listed. If your resume does not contain this information per position and experience, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.

If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content such as social media links, political or fraternity associations, it will not be used to make qualification determinations, and you will not be considered for this vacancy. For additional information see: What to see in your resume - usajobs.gov/help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

  • Accountability
  • Written Communication
  • Oral Communication
  • Program Management

 

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance based on a T5 investigation/Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI).
  • In accordance with Change 3 to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program, must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter. 
  • May require Temporary Duty (TDY) travel up to 25% of the time. 
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain access to NSA and Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) accredited facilities and networks. [Military & External Affiliates Division (MEAD) process. 

  • This position has been identified for the Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Certification Program. This is the Department of Defense (DoD) Security Certification Program directed by DoD Instruction 3305.13. It is approved by the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Manpower and Reserve Affairs for use in the Army via the following memorandum: Memorandum, Assistant Secretary of Army for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, dated 8 September 2015, subject: Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Certification Program. The SPēD certification is DoD's initiative to professionalize the security workforce by establishing a common set of competencies for security practitioners that promotes interoperability, facilitates professional development and training, and develops a workforce of certified security professionals. This position requires the incumbent obtain the following core SPēD Certification: Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within their first two years of employment.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • This announcement uses the direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Two-year trial/probationary period is required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet at the OPM website.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Incentives may be authorized (Relocation/Recruitment/Superior Qualifications).
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government interest.
  • ATEC’s recruitment, hiring, and promotion programs are conducted in accordance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission regulatory guidelines which ensure the protections and equal consideration of all members and applicants.
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/

Travel Requirements

Greater than 20% Travel