Security Specialist

Naval Medical Command • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a Security Specialist in the Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton (NAMRU D) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The position conducts command physical security surveys, vulnerability assessments, inspections, and follow-up reviews. It develops and maintains procedures for facility access, key and lock control, alarm response coordination, visitor control, security inspections, emergency and contingency security measures, and protection of sensitive resources. The role processes and documents security incidents, infractions, violations, inquiries, and other reportable matters with potential physical security, antiterrorism, or insider threat implications. It also initiates, tracks, and maintains personnel security actions in authorized vetting and access management systems, including DISS or a successor system, and develops and maintains command security instructions, standard operating procedures, desk guides, training materials, inspection tools, contingency procedures, and other local implementing documents.

The position requires at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Physical Security certification within prescribed timeframes and an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty and thereafter as required. Travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, may be required.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements if a current federal employee applying for a GS position.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; failure to maintain the required clearance may result in withdrawal of an offer or removal.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, including marijuana testing, and is subject to random testing.
• Must obtain and maintain the required Physical Security certification within prescribed timeframes.
• Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods; travel may include CONUS and OCONUS, remote, or isolated sites.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band.
• Knowledge of concepts, principles, and classified material control administration and programs.
• Ability to function as a technical authority on new theories and developments.
• Knowledge of classified documentation management and authorized hardware and technology requirements.
• Experience with defense security databases and software programs such as DISS.
• Skill in applying customer support and security principles, methods, and procedures for documenting resolutions, and ability to guide or train customers to prevent recurrences.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct command physical security surveys, vulnerability assessments, inspections, and follow-up reviews.
• Develop and maintain command procedures for facility access, key and lock control, alarm response coordination, visitor control, security inspections, emergency and contingency security measures, and protection of sensitive resources.
• Process and document security incidents, infractions, violations, inquiries, and other reportable matters with potential physical security, antiterrorism, or insider threat implications.
• Initiate, track, and maintain personnel security actions in authorized personnel vetting and access management systems, including DISS or its successor.
• Develop, update, and maintain command-level security instructions, standard operating procedures, desk guides, training materials, inspection tools, contingency procedures, and other local implementing documents.
• Provide customer guidance or training to prevent recurrence of security issues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for eligible employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
• Certain incentives, such as recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment, may be authorized for eligible selectees.

What This Job Offers

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