Supervisory Security Specialist

U.S. Army Cyber Command • Fort Meade, MD

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), in the Excepted Service, and is located in the 7th Signal Command (Theater), G2 Section, Operations/Intelligence Division at Fort Meade, Maryland. The position directs and manages security programs across Information Security, Personnel Security, and Industrial Security, ensuring compliance with Army regulations, policies, and directives. It serves as the principal security advisor to the Command Group and staff, providing guidance, risk assessments, and recommendations on complex security matters, physical protection, and critical asset protection. The role develops and implements local security policies, regulations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for command mission requirements, and has full supervisory responsibility for military, civilian, and/or contractor security professionals. It also oversees security inspections and staff assistance visits, coordinates risk and vulnerability assessments, and runs command-wide security education and training. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET clearance and SCI eligibility, and selectees must obtain SFPC certification within their first two years of employment.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GG/GS-12 grade level in Federal service.
• Experience administering a comprehensive, multidisciplinary security program to safeguard critical defense assets, classified materials, and personnel in accordance with military guidelines.
• Experience developing local security SOPs and security plans to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Experience conducting formal Information, Personnel, and Industrial Security inspections and recommending corrective action.
• Experience delivering specialized security education, threat-awareness briefings, and regulatory training to military, civilian, and contractor personnel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance based on a T5 investigation/SSBI and eligibility for SCI access.
• Successfully pass a pre-appointment urinalysis screening for illegal drug use; screening may also occur periodically after appointment.
• May be required to take a counterintelligence-scope polygraph for Special Access Program access.
• May be required to travel on temporary duty up to 25% of the time.
• May be required to carry a government cell phone for SCIF on-call or other on-call duty outside normal hours, participate in a 15–20 minute recall string, and be trained to open and close the SCIF.
• May be required to work occasional shifts, holidays, overtime, or additional non-standard hours during crises or to meet mission requirements.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship; direct deposit of pay is required.
• A two-year trial period applies.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage Information Security, Personnel Security, and Industrial Security programs in alignment with Army regulations, policies, and directives.
• Advise the Command Group and staff on security matters, physical protection measures, and critical asset protection; provide risk assessments and recommendations.
• Develop, interpret, and implement local security policies, regulations, and SOPs to meet command mission requirements.
• Supervise military, civilian, and/or contractor security professionals, including assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, identifying training needs, and resolving grievances.
• Oversee the command security inspection program, including staff assistance visits, risk evaluations, and vulnerability assessments; identify weaknesses, verify compliance, and report readiness metrics.
• Plan and execute command-wide security education and training, including clearance requirements, OPSEC awareness, and mandatory compliance training.
• Obtain SFPC certification within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a move is in the Government's interest.

What This Job Offers

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