Security Specialist

Summary This position is part of the DARPA Mission Services Office (MSO) in the Security and Intelligence Directorate (SID) . The incumbent will be responsible for supporting and assisting the Director of Security and Intelligence in planning, formulating, directing, evaluating, and improving a comprehensive worldwide DARPA Security and Intelligence Program. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Work Schedule: Fulltime Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Set Schedule Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized for Highly Qualified Candidates Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Required Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible Occasional Travel This is a drug tested designated position Qualifications You may qualify at the GS 15 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the federal service (experience may have been gained in the military or private sector): Serves as technical expert to the Director, Security and Intelligence in planning, formulating directing, evaluating, and improving a comprehensive worldwide DARPA Security and Intelligence Program including law enforcement, crime prevention, loss prevention, security education training and awareness, insider threat, PHYSEC, INDUSEC, TECHSEC, INFOSEC, international security, export control, PERSEC, COMSEC, OPSEC, SAP, SCI, CUI, foreign disclosure, intelligence, CI, science and technology (S&T), program protection, countering foreign influence, cybersecurity, AT/FP, and mission assurance. Manage comprehensive security programs. Ensures that DARPA's comprehensive Security Programs are developed, implemented and monitored in accordance with applicable laws, executive orders, DoD Directives and Regulations, and the National Disclosure Policy. Develops and provides professional security guidance/policy to the DARPA technical and support staff consultants, and contractors regarding all matters associated with comprehensive security programs. Advises the program, technical, and contracting staff on applicable security evaluation criteria. Serves on pertinent committees, boards, and working groups. Develops special reports, studies, research papers, decision papers, significant correspondence, and other materials relating to DARPA security programs. Manages the DARPA SAP archives program ensuring the proper record keeping, categorization, retention, and destruction of SAP records. Is responsible for overseeing, managing, and executing inquiries into security incidents, violations and unauthorized disclosures of classified and controlled unclassified information at DARPA and at defense industry facilities under DARPA's cognizance. The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the DoD basic qualifications requirements. See:https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/DoD_Qualification_Standard_For_GS-0560.pdf for DoD qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS section of this announcement by the close of this announcement.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional information All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)) Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. 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