Supervisory Security Specialist

United States Fleet Forces Command • Norfolk, VA

18d

About The Position

This position serves as a Supervisory Security Specialist in the Special Programs Branch of the Fleet Capabilities and Force Development Directorate, Commander U.S. Fleet Forces Command. The incumbent is responsible for technical and administrative management of all Special Access Program (SAP) security functions and assigned SAP security personnel. The role directs and enforces SAP security policies and procedures, manages specialized security requirements for assigned programs, and maintains compliance controls across administrative and operational environments. The incumbent also supports operational commanders and assigned forces by establishing appropriate policies for SAP material and information, approving secure transportation plans, maintaining SAP facility accreditation records, and overseeing security incident investigations. This is a GS-15, mission-essential position requiring a Top Secret/SCI clearance, recurring counterintelligence-scope polygraph, DoD security professional certification, travel, and the ability to work an uncommon tour that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and suitability for federal employment.
• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-14 level, including facility accreditation, security compliance inspections, and security incident management under Department of War requirements.
• Experience directing and enforcing security policy and procedures for the introduction and implementation of Special Access Programs.
• Experience formulating guidance for subordinate organizations on interpreting security regulations, directives, and policies.
• Experience researching Fleet introduction requirements for emerging warfighting capabilities.
• Experience using online databases to verify SAP accesses for staff coordination events.
• Obtain and maintain a current valid U.S. driver’s license and U.S. passport.
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Top Secret/SCI security clearance before entering on duty.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and remain subject to random testing.
• Complete required training and obtain and maintain a government travel credit card.
• Obtain and maintain DoD Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) certification within prescribed timeframes; the required certification is Support/Execute Specialty Credential (Secondary). Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) is a prerequisite.
• Successfully complete recurring counterintelligence-scope polygraph examinations.
• Be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods, including to remote or isolated sites.
• Review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
• For current federal employees applying for GS jobs, meet applicable time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Sign a nondisclosure agreement and meet the required background investigation and favorable adjudication for access to Top Secret information and eligibility for SCI access.
• No education substitution is available for this series and grade combination.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical and administrative aspects of SAP security functions and assigned SAP security personnel.
• Provide advice and guidance on difficult or unusual problems and administrative matters.
• Recommend appointments, promotions, and reassignments; develop and submit hiring packages as required.
• Direct, manage, and enforce overarching and event-driven security policies and procedures for introducing and implementing SAPs within USFFC Headquarters and throughout the USFFC area of responsibility.
• Provide security functions and specialized support for the operational and administrative requirements of assigned SAPs.
• Strategically manage limited resources and manpower to sustain SAP security and compliance controls in administrative and operational environments.
• Establish, review, and approve policies and procedures for SAP material and information to meet operational mission requirements and security protocols.
• Serve as primary approval authority for transportation plans supporting secure movement of USFF SAP material, information, and information systems for training, exercises, and operations.
• Maintain current and accurate SAP facility accreditation information and supporting documentation in DoW/DoN systems of record.
• Direct and supervise investigations into SAP security incidents; determine incident severity and characterization, approve corrective actions, and direct culpability assessments.
• Ensure continuity of operations and completion of mission-essential tasks.
• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as required.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees and their families.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible selectees, subject to policy and funding.

What This Job Offers

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