Security Specialist (Operations)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Annapolis Junction, MD

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About The Position

Serves as a Security Specialist providing support for one or more security programs, including personnel, operations, industrial, physical, and anti-terrorism security. Provides Security Education, Training and Awareness (SETA) for personnel cleared for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procedures for handling and safeguarding classified and sensitive material.

The position is responsible for access control and escorting personnel inside the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), managing personnel and physical security databases, maintaining the information security program, and conducting end-of-day security checks. It also requires maintaining correspondence.

The position is designated Tier 5, Special Sensitive, High Risk. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with SCI access, meet Intelligence Community requirements for secure spaces and equipment, and pass periodic polygraph testing. The incumbent must obtain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within the first two years of employment, maintain a valid state driver's license, and participate in the Department of the Army Drug-Free Workplace Program, including pre-appointment and random urinalysis testing.

Requirements

• Meet one of the listed employment authority categories to be eligible to apply.
• Meet the GS-07 qualification requirements through one of the stated pathways: one year of specialized experience; qualifying graduate education; bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Specialized experience pathway: experience providing physical security program support, assisting security specialists with administrative and clerical support, and interacting with staff to exchange information.
• Obtain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within the first two years of employment.
• Obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI access as a condition of employment.
• Meet Intelligence Community requirements for access to secure space and equipment.
• Pass a polygraph test or series of tests and continue to pass periodic polygraph testing.
• Possess or obtain and maintain a valid driver's license from a U.S. state or possession to operate vehicles.
• Pass pre-appointment urinalysis drug testing and participate in random urinalysis testing thereafter.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Complete a one-year probationary period, subject to agency evaluation and written certification for continued employment.
• Submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry and annually thereafter.
• Applicants who held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-06).

Responsibilities

• Provide personnel, operations, industrial, physical, and anti-terrorism security support for one or more security programs.
• Provide Security Education, Training and Awareness (SETA) for SCI-cleared personnel.
• Assist with developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procedures for handling and safeguarding classified and sensitive material.
• Control access and escort personnel inside the SCIF.
• Manage personnel and physical security databases.
• Maintain the information security program.
• Conduct end-of-day security checks and maintain correspondence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable rules and agency determination.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

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