SECURITY SPECIALIST

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the command's Chief, ISR Physical Security. This position exercises supervisory and managerial responsibilities. Serves as the ISR physical security functional expert responsible for oversight, management, & advisory functions for Headquarters Air Mobility Command & 11 command-wide geographically separated SSOs & IT Information Systems Security Managers.

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Duties

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1. Executes, manages, and administers (SCI) Physical Security programs for the entire MAJCOM. Senior program manager for AMC SCI Physical Security Programs across the command and subordinate organizations to include HQ AMC, Numbered Air Forces (NAFs), Air Operations Centers (AOCs), wings, installations, Field Operating Agencies (FOAs), 100+ SCIFs, Presidential Airlift Group (PAG) aircraft and facilities, and Executive Airlift Platform Secure Working Areas (SWAs).
2. Senior Technical Advisor for development, construction, and life-cycle maintenance of SCIFs. Requires understanding of Command's mission, strategy and structure, funding sources and procedures, and requires ability to make on-site logical decisions quickly and the flexibility to respond immediately to unforeseen events.
3. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management.
4. Implements and administers SCI Information and Industrial Security Programs for the MAJCOM. Enforces operational, functional, and mission assurance aspects of the program for AMC SCI Information Security Programs.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the " Professional " work category are at the " Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions for series 0080.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: expert knowledge of physical, personnel, industrial, and information security sufficient to provide SME guidance to military, civilian, and contractor personnel on DoD and National Agencies specific policies, procedures, and operating directives covering physical security. Must have an in-depth knowledge of sensitive intelligence methods and associated SCI products that are protected under the SCI management program, to provide accurate guidance on the types of justification required for various SCI program requirements and accesses. NOTE: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs ): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of a wide range of security concepts, principles, and practices to review, independently analyze and resolve difficult and complex security problems, apply policy direction to contractors and government/military officials, and develop guidance for applying security policy, procedures, techniques, equipment, and methods to a variety of work situations and various levels or degrees of security controls.
2. Expert knowledge of DNI, DoD, and AF policies, procedures, standards, training, and methods for identifying and protecting SCI-information systems/platforms, personnel, facilities, operations, or material from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, vandalism espionage, sabotage, or loss.
3. Expert knowledge of the application of Risk Management theory for SCIFs and AFJWICS to integrate multiple security disciplines for facilities and systems located in geographically dispersed sites world-wide.
4. Skill in developing, analyzing, and evaluating multiple security programs (Personnel, Physical, and Information) to meet mission requirements and improve organization security programs. Ability for a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness and originality and an ability to foresee the security and cybersecurity impacts of changing technologies.
5. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
6. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately to a large range of audiences.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:

• This position in the excepted service authorized by Title 10 U.S.C. and covered by the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The employee must also sign a Statement of Understanding prior to occupying a DCIPS position.
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• Key: The duties of this position meets all requirements as a category 4 designation, and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve.
• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continue through full resumption of all functions. IAW DoD 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.
• DoD Instruction 5105.21, SCI Administrative Security Manual, requires the SSO be functionally subordinate to the SIO and be a member of the SIO's staff. This requirement is rooted in the unique relationship between the SIO and SSO who, together, are charged by the Director of National Intelligence DNI/DIA to ensure compartmented information is protected. The SIO is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the SCI control system, which requires various approvals (e.g., SCIF construction, co-use agreements with IC agencies, validating need to know, etc.) and the SSO is the division responsible for vetting and ensuring those controls. Maintaining the SSO in the SIO direct line of authority creates a clear line of reporting, enhances communications, and strengthens SCI control system priorities.
• Shift or overtime work may be required periodically or regularly to ensure effective operation of assigned personnel and systems. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) and Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) conferrals are required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, DoD Security Accreditation and Certification and AFI 36-2645, Security Professional Certification and Development. The listed certification requirements may not be deleted or modified without the written approval of the AF Security Functional Authority (SAF/AA) or their delegated security career field representative.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE : Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE : Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION : Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service.

DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.

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Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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