Security Specialist

Department of the Air Force Headquarters • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

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About The Position

The Senior Security Specialist provides management oversight for information systems and personnel security program policies supporting U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense, and national-level Special Access Programs (SAPs). The role directs information, personnel, and physical security programs; provides policy interpretation and guidance to program stakeholders; and oversees security education and motivation programs. This is a GG-14 Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position in the Professional work category at the Senior work level, equivalent to GS-14. The position is in the Excepted Service and is designated special-sensitive. It requires eligibility for access to SCI, other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or Top Secret SAPs; a favorable suitability determination; a signed nondisclosure agreement; and completion of required security certification and investigations. The position also requires drug testing, a valid driver's license, and may involve travel on military or commercial aircraft. Employees may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime according to mission requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Specialized experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed for successful performance in security program work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of security policy requirements and ability to address complex security problems and conflicts in policy and program objectives.
• Mastery of knowledge in key decision-making and policy development for complex security assignments and programs.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP information, industrial, and personnel security policies, concepts, principles, and practices, including USAF research and technology protection procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community program management policies and objectives.
• Advanced knowledge of security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices.
• Expertise in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs for classified mission requirements.
• Skill in personnel management, technical oversight, security training coordination, and complex advisory functions.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships and communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately with high-ranking officials orally and in writing.
• Eligibility for access to SCI, other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or Top Secret SAPs; favorable suitability determination; and signed nondisclosure agreement.
• Pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
• Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) is required.
• Undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and obtain approval for duty by the AFOSI Commander or designated representative.
• Maintain current certifications.
• Valid driver's license; the work requires driving a motor vehicle.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Complete a two-year DCIPS trial period if hired as a new DCIPS employee; depending on position type, a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and guidance for the Information Security Program for SAPs designated by the Secretary of the Air Force.
• Direct administration of the information systems security program, including the USAF-wide classification SAP information systems security program.
• Direct the Personnel Security Program and provide policy interpretation and guidance to System Program Officers, government agencies, and other entities involved in SAPs.
• Direct the Physical Security Program and ensure appropriate documentation and accreditation of Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs).
• Provide policy oversight and interpretation to staff agency security managers and Contractor Program Security Officers (CPSOs) implementing security education and motivation programs.
• Provide technical oversight and coordination of security training and other functions as directed.
• Develop, analyze, and evaluate security programs to meet classified mission requirements.

Benefits

• Recruitment incentive may be authorized.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• Authorized PCS may be paid in accordance with JTR and Air Force regulations.
• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
• Foreign-area benefits such as Living Quarters Allowance or government quarters, post allowance, and home leave may be available to eligible selectees, subject to approval.
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to qualifying federal employees.

What This Job Offers

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