Security Specialist

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Eustis, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at McDonald Army Health Center at Fort Eustis, Virginia, and is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The Security Specialist initiates and applies Department of Defense personnel and information security policies and procedures, recommends local policies and command directives for the Personnel Security Program, and supports security and crime prevention programs at the medical treatment facility (MTF). The role maintains plans for antiterrorism/force protection (AT/FP), contingencies, disturbances, bomb threats, and other emergencies.

The position is mission essential. The incumbent may need to report to or remain at work during severe weather or other emergencies. Temporary duty or business travel is required up to 20% of the time, including possible travel by military or commercial aircraft. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance and a valid state driver's license, and must complete Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within two years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• One year of specialized experience utilizing automated security systems, assisting with security inspections, and collecting data to prepare security reports; or qualifying graduate education; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Must obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment; a background investigation and credit check are required.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license issued by one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions.
• Must complete Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within two years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date.
• Subject to mandatory annual seasonal influenza vaccination unless medically or religiously exempt, with exemption documentation provided upon hire.
• Must be able to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments.
• Must report to or remain at work as scheduled during severe weather or other emergency situations because the position is mission essential.
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated as equivalent to education at an accredited U.S. institution, or receive full credit at an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period; continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Nice To Haves

• Incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• An advanced in-hire rate may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and apply Department of Defense personnel and information security policies and procedures.
• Recommend procedures for local policy and command directives related to the Personnel Security Program.
• Conduct personal screening interviews to determine eligibility for compartmented clearances or participation in special access programs.
• Coordinate with the Office of Personnel Management or supported military services to obtain completed investigations.
• Conduct inspections and assistance visits to ensure compliance with policies and directives.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and manage a crime prevention program for the MTF.
• Maintain current plans for AT/FP, contingencies, disturbances, bomb threats, and other emergencies.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time