Lead Physical Security Specialist

Office of Inspector General • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This position is in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Management and Policy. The Lead Physical Security Specialist provides leadership, guidance, and coordination to Physical Security Specialists and contractor personnel nationwide. The role leads Physical Security Specialists, coordinates contractor support staff, and briefs the Security Branch Chief and other senior management on program direction, achievements, risks, and objectives.

The position plans and directs projects to implement and sustain enterprise physical security solutions for OIG facilities nationwide. This work involves coordination with the OMP Facilities Management Team, groups within OIG and the Department, other Federal agencies, contractors, engineers, and other external stakeholders. The position also serves as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for multiple physical security contracts and must maintain COR certification as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service, gained within 30 days of the announcement closing date.
• Experience leading or coordinating physical security staff and contractor personnel in support of an enterprise physical security program.
• Experience planning and directing projects to implement physical security solutions, including electronic physical access control systems from design through installation.
• Experience overseeing contractor performance on physical security contracts, including reviewing deliverables and supporting invoice certification.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Registration with the Selective Service, if applicable.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance.
• Must maintain COR certification as a condition of employment.
• Must pass drug screening before appointment and be subject to unannounced random drug testing while in the position.
• Must submit a confidential financial disclosure report (OGE-450).
• Must meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days of the announcement closing date.
• A background investigation and favorable adjudication are required for appointment.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Resume must be no more than two pages and should include qualifying experience dates by month/year and hours worked or volunteered per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, guidance, and coordination to Physical Security Specialists and contractor personnel nationwide.
• Lead Physical Security Specialists and coordinate contractor support staff.
• Brief the Security Branch Chief and other senior management on program direction, achievements, risks, and objectives.
• Plan and direct projects to implement and sustain enterprise physical security solutions for OIG facilities nationwide.
• Coordinate with the OMP Facilities Management Team, groups within OIG and the Department, other Federal agencies, contractors, engineers, and other external stakeholders.
• Serve as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for multiple physical security contracts.
• Maintain COR certification as a condition of employment.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, with access to benefits for employees and their families.
• Disabled Veteran Leave is available through HHS OIG participation in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed