Supervisory Security Specialist

Social Security Administration • Washington, DC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Serves as a Supervisory Security Specialist responsible for the overall management, accountability, and oversight of security and resiliency programs, which may include insider threat, physical security, personnel security, inspection and analysis, or related areas. The position is assigned to Security & Resiliency Insider Threat and Resiliency. The official duty station is Woodlawn, Maryland; the position is not authorized to be filled virtually or through outstationing. Telework may be approved after applicable conditions are met, and participants must reside within a two-hour commute of the official duty station by their appointment date.

This full-time position has a flex-time schedule. Relocation expenses will not be paid, and salary will be set under locality pay provisions. The position is special sensitive and may require completion of Standard Form 86 and an appropriate security investigation. A one-year probationary period may apply for supervisory work. Successful performance and adherence to position conditions will be assessed during the applicable probationary period.

Requirements

• At least 52 weeks of specialized experience, gained in a federal position at or above GS-14 or through duties equivalent in responsibility and difficulty to GS-14 or above.
• Specialized experience must primarily consist of developing, implementing, or managing an organization- or agency-wide insider threat program, plans, and policies.
• Experience leading or managing a team.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify registration with the Selective Service System or exemption under the Selective Service Law.
• Fingerprinting and a background and/or security investigation may be required; job offers are contingent on the results.
• All application materials must be received by the closing date.
• Resumes exceeding two pages will not be considered.
• If not already certified as a Certified Counter Insider Threat Professional (CCITP), the selected applicant must obtain certification within one year of assignment.
• To participate in telework, the employee must reside within a two-hour commute of the official duty station by the appointment date.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Counter Insider Threat Professional (CCITP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Shape and implement strategies to detect, deter, and mitigate insider threats and resiliency risks across the organization.
• Oversee monitoring, analysis, and response operations related to insider threat and resiliency, including performance metrics and compliance assessments.
• Develop and deliver insider threat awareness and resiliency training programs for employees and contractors.
• Manage, maintain accountability for, and oversee security and resiliency programs, which may include insider threat, physical security, personnel security, inspection and analysis, or related areas.

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
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed