Secure Facilities Manager

Summary The Secretary of the Senate's Senate Security Office is seeking a Secure Facilities Manager. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa Qualifications PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to everyday risks or discomforts, and requires the use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds. Must be able to safely perform physical duties associated with the job (i.e. utilization of a ladder, removing ceiling tiles, inspecting tight spaces, etc.). Also requires the use of typical office equipment, software programs, and methods of communication such as a computer, email, telephone, and photocopier. Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties. Work also requires physical presence in the Office, except as otherwise required by the Office of the Secretary. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Work requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of direct experience in SCIF accreditation and/or management, along with corresponding experience in the fields of physical security, technical security, and communications security. Knowledge of Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705. Experience in conducting inspections/assessments of SCIFs. General familiarity handling a wide range of physical security matters to include intrusion detections systems, perimeter countermeasures, security assessments, construction security procedures. Ability to read blueprints, design plans, and construction related documents. Basic understanding of the capabilities, operating requirements, and program operation of secure video teleconferencing (VTC), classified networks, and various other telecommunications operating systems; familiar with TEMPEST standards. Basic knowledge of the Senate as an institution preferred, with a desire and willingness to learn more about the legislative process, as well as the history and operation of the Senate. Impeccable attention to detail. Demonstrated success in managing competing priorities with minimal direction or supervision. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with others; able to work as a team and also independently to accomplish the mission. Excellent judgement, professional demeanor, and flexibility. Strong analytical/problem solving skills, with a focus on creatively solving problems efficiently and securely. Ability to clearly communicate guidance and recommendations both verbally and in writing.  Skill in organizing and maintaining schedules. Ability to accurately maintain a variety of administrative records. Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with others. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS United States citizenship. Active Top Secret clearance required, TS/SCI preferred. Ability to obtain and maintain access to sensitive compartmented information (SCI) and Restricted Data (RD). Completion of an Intelligence Community Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) Course (ICD 705) PREFERRED TRAINING Security Containers and Locking Hardware Construction Security Course Completion of Technical Surveillance and Countermeasures (TSCM) Course Education See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications. Additional information The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email [email protected] with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position. 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. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.