Supervisory Security Specialist (Insider Threat)

Defense Information Systems Agency • Fort Meade, MD

19d

About The Position

This supervisory position is in the DISA Risk Management Directorate, Threat Mitigation Division, Insider Threat Branch (RE31). Recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service, it is in the Supervision/Management work category at the Senior work level and supports the US Cyber Command mission. It does not convey eligibility for conversion to the Competitive Service.

The position manages the Insider Threat Branch’s daily operations, oversees plans for program compliance, and serves as the Agency’s primary insider threat subject matter expert. It coordinates short- and long-range projects with division leadership, advises management officials on operational issues, and maintains coordination with Command and Department-level elements to support a cohesive insider threat program.

This is a national security, drug-testing-designated, mission-essential position requiring a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance and continued security eligibility. The incumbent must obtain and maintain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) under the Security Professional Education Development Program. Telework availability depends on mission requirements and supervisory determination. During local or national emergencies, the incumbent may be required to report to work or relocate to a duty location within the United States.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for or exempt from Selective Service.
• Must pass a favorable suitability review and maintain security eligibility for a national security position that may involve access to classified information.
• Must hold the required Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing as a Drug Testing Designated Position.
• Must obtain and maintain Tier 1 Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) under the Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Program; selectees have two years after appointment to meet applicable certification requirements.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period for assignment to a supervisory position; may also be required to serve a three-year probationary period.
• At least one year of experience demonstrating competencies for immediate success at the GG-14 level, including experience overseeing an insider threat program with risk assessments and mitigation coordination; formulating insider threat policies, procedures, or guidelines; advising management officials on threat management; and directing team efforts, assigning project work, or establishing operational priorities.
• Must describe qualifying experience and/or selective placement factors in the resume; all qualifications must be met within 30 days after the announcement closing date.
• No education substitution is available for qualifying experience at the GG-14 grade level.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Insider Threat Branch and develop and oversee plans to ensure program compliance.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on Agency insider threat matters and provide guidance on threat mitigation.
• Coordinate with division leadership to plan long-term and short-range projects for the Threat Mitigation Division.
• Interpret, guide, and advise management officials to resolve insider threat operations issues.
• Maintain continuous contact and coordination with Command- and Department-level elements to support a cohesive insider threat program.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Moving costs may be paid.
• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

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