Security Specialist

Department of the Air Force Headquarters • Arlington, VA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Senior Security Specialist. Providing management oversight for information systems and personnel security program policies in support of USAF, DoD, and National level Special Access Programs (SAPs). Advises AFOSI/PJ senior leadership on major USAF capability requirements and ensures SAP Information Protection procedures are followed.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• The employee will be required to work overtime as dictated by mission requirements.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Incumbent will be subject to psychological screening / Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph as an inherent primary requirement of their position.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
• In-depth knowledge of a major area of security specialization with demonstrated mastery of security administration programs; comprehensive knowledge of security policy requirements to function as technical authorities in assignments requiring the application of theories and development to security problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted security methods, technology and procedures: knowledge in resolving major conflicts in policy and program objectives; mastery of knowledge in performing key decision-making and policy developing responsibilities in complex assignments such as planning for significantly new far-reaching security programs requirements, or leading or participating as a technical expert in interagency study groups resolving problems in existing security systems and programs requiring innovative solutions.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP information, industrial, and personnel security policies, concepts, principles and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas as well as USAF research and technology protection procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community program management policies and objectives.
• Advanced knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist managers in establishing and operating internal security programs.
• Demonstrate expertise in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet classified mission requirements.
• Skill in performing full range of personnel management responsibilities to include technical oversight and coordination of all security training; and other functions as directed; and independently accomplish difficult and complex advisory functions which are characterized by a great depth, breadth, and variety of program applications.
• Proven ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers, subordinates, high-ranking officials and customers. Contributing to a cooperative working environment and a successful accomplishment of the mission. Demonstrate ability to communicate to high-ranking officials orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately.
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. A favorable suitability determination is required before appointment.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you refrain from the use of illegal drugs .
• Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) conferrals are required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, DoD Security Accreditation and Certification and AFI 36-2645, Security Professional Certification and Development. The listed certification requirements may not be deleted or modified without the written approval of the AF Security Functional Authority (SAF/AA) or their delegated security career field representative.
• Professional staff (pro-staff) Suitability Investigations (PSI): The incumbent must undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander's designated representative(s).

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and guidance for the Information Security Program for Special Access Programs (SAPs) as designated by the Secretary of the Air Force. Implements and administers the SAP information security program. Directs policies and procedures for investigating security incidents to include espionage, internal or inadvertent disclosures to unauthorized persons, and other suspected compromises or losses of program information.
• Directs the Administration of the Information Systems Security Program. Directs the administration of an USAF-wide classification Special Access Information System Security Program. Performs as the USAF executive agent for the security of a SAP employing USAF-wide networking information system.
• Directs the Personnel Security Program. Provides policy interpretation and guidance for the Personnel Security Program for the System Program Officers, government agencies and all entities involved in the SAP. Establishes policy for processing Program Access Requests (PARs) for military and civilian personnel.
• Directs the Physical Security Program. Ensures appropriate documentation and accreditors of Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF) are performed. Directs personnel in the review and approval of standard operation procedures (SOP), and other essential physical security documents.
• Provides policy oversight and interpretation to staff agency security managers and Contractor Program Security Officers (CPSO) in implementing security education and motivation programs. Prepares policy letters informing security managers of security training requirements, changes in security procedures, publication of security directives, and enhancements designed to increase security awareness.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.
• Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)
• Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

What This Job Offers

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