Security Assistant

Defense Finance and Accounting Service•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

The Security Assistant supports the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) mission by managing identification card processes and related systems. The role issues, verifies, and approves identification cards for civilian employees, contractors, and visitors, as well as military members and their dependents, in accordance with applicable Department of War regulations. It maintains badge suspense files to track expiration dates and ensure badges are renewed or terminated as appropriate. The position photographs people for initial and renewal badges, fingerprints individuals who require security checks, monitors and updates the Defense Enrollment and Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) website as needed, and safeguards the supply of Common Access Cards (CACs). The Security Assistant follows internal control procedures for identification processing. Telework is limited and may be provided only on a rare, case-by-case basis when Agency Leadership determines it serves a compelling DoD need.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be registered for Selective Service if male and born after December 31, 1959, unless exempt.
Must be suitable for federal employment.
A favorable suitability review and security clearance are conditions of employment for this national security position, which may require access to classified information; security eligibility must be maintained.
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
One year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the GS-04 level within the federal service, demonstrating the ability to perform the position's duties. Specialized experience includes personnel security support such as creating, controlling, and monitoring identification and building-access badges; visitor parking passes, parking control, fingerprinting, security desk, and key control; and administrative support such as creating and maintaining reports, greeting visitors, and ensuring work complies with relevant regulations, guidelines, and policies.
For GS-05 qualification, four years of successfully completed education above high school in any field may substitute for the required specialized experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be used.
Foreign education used to meet requirements must be shown to be equivalent to U.S. education, with supporting documentation provided when requested.
A favorable security determination is required to occupy a sensitive position; failure to obtain or maintain eligibility may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination.

Responsibilities

Issue, verify, and approve identification cards for civilian employees, contractors, and visitors, and manage associated databases and processes.
Issue military and military dependent identification cards in accordance with current Department of War regulations.
Maintain suspense files of badges and track expiration dates to ensure renewal or termination.
Photograph individuals for initial and renewal badges.
Fingerprint individuals who require a security check.
Monitor and update the DEERS website as required.
Monitor and safeguard CAC supplies to ensure adequate stock is maintained.
Follow internal control procedures related to identification processing.