Security Specialist

Defense Information Systems Agency • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Security Specialist develops and implements organizational security policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive and classified information and protect personnel and assets. The role manages facility security across multiple classified facilities and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), including access control, accreditation maintenance, and regulatory compliance. It provides security guidance for projects, conducts security education and awareness programs, and oversees contractor industrial security practices, including incorporating security clauses and information-handling caveats into contracts.

This is a Defense Security Position requiring Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) program certification. The incumbent must obtain and maintain Tier 1 Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC); individuals without the certification have two years after their first duty day in the position to obtain it. The position requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level, U.S. citizenship, and a favorable suitability and security determination. A security clearance may be required, at the Secret level or higher depending on the position. Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade, GS-12, within the federal service.
• Specialized experience in formulating classified security policies; managing secured-facility compliance and access control; leading security education, training, and awareness programs; or conducting senior-level program risk assessments.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must meet suitability requirements for Federal employment and obtain and maintain a favorable security determination; a Secret clearance or higher may be required depending on the position.
• SPeD program certification is required. The incumbent must obtain and maintain Tier 1 Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC); if not already certified, the required certification must be obtained within two years after the first duty day in the position.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if male born after December 31, 1959, or be exempt.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement organizational security policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive and classified information and ensure the physical safety of personnel and assets.
• Manage security for multiple classified facilities and SCIFs, including access control, accreditation maintenance, and compliance with security regulations.
• Provide security guidance and recommendations for projects to ensure compliance with Federal, department, and agency security policies.
• Conduct security education and awareness programs on proper classified-information handling and adherence to security protocols.
• Provide industrial security oversight for contractors, including incorporating security clauses and information-handling caveats into contracts.
• Conduct senior-level program risk assessments, as applicable to the specialized experience described.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

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