Supervisory Security Specialist

United States Fleet Forces Command•Kittery, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisory Security Specialist serves in the Security Services Branch, Executive Support Office of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. The role leads assigned security programs, develops security plans and directives, establishes objectives and resource requirements, advises Shipyard managers and contractors, and coordinates security projects with stakeholders inside and outside the Shipyard. The specialist evaluates security programs and procedures and implements measures to meet NAVSEA, Department of Defense, and Department of the Navy requirements. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance for a critical-sensitive position. Work may take place in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present, and participation in medical surveillance programs is required. The position may require travel to domestic and international locations, including remote or isolated sites, and extended periods aboard military or commercial aircraft. An uncommon tour that may include nights, weekends, and holidays is possible to meet mission requirements; overtime, night differential, or unusual duty hours may be required.

Requirements

At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in Federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Experience with investigative or interviewing techniques, procedures, and formats to elicit information and comply with reporting requirements.
Experience with personnel, industrial, information, and NNPI security policies, programs, and directives to implement, monitor, and supervise programs.
Experience with state-of-the-art security equipment, devices, technology, techniques, and control systems.
Experience analyzing and resolving difficult and complex security programs, including identifying problems and vulnerabilities and developing and implementing effective solutions.
Experience with military industrial security procedures and analyzing and defining recommendations for using military security assets to protect nuclear ships and facilities.
Experience with Shipyard organization, operations, policies, practices, and facilities, as well as Department of the Navy and NAVSEA policies and regulations.
Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for Federal employment.
Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; the position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program and successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if new to the Department of the Navy.
Must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements if a current Federal employee applying for a GS position.
Must participate in required medical surveillance programs.
Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Develop written security plans, orders, and directives covering security technology use and operations.
Establish objectives and goals, and determine manpower and financial resources needed for assigned security programs.
Advise Shipyard managers and contractors on security matters involving Division responsibilities.
Coordinate security projects and programs with affected parties within and outside the Shipyard.
Analyze and evaluate security programs and procedures to assess effectiveness.
Implement programs and procedures to comply with NAVSEA, Department of Defense, and Department of the Navy requirements.
Plan, coordinate, and control operations of assigned programs for the Shipyard.