Security Administrator, Operating Location El Paso

Summary Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here. For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn. Learn more about this agency Duties The United States Space Force (USSF) in El Paso, TX is searching for a Security Administrator to support Operating Location, El Paso (NH-0080-03, GS-12/13 equivalent). Description: Mission: Space System Command (SSC) develops, acquires, equips and sustains lethal and resilient space capabilities to enhance joint lethality to protect the nation and its allied partners. Operating Location El Paso is strategically centered to capitalize on El Paso's vast manufacturing capability, logistics infrastructure, proximity to White Sands Missile Range and Space Port America, and academic resources and research efforts. This is an opportunity for an energetic Security Specialist that is proactive and can work autonomously and cohesively with a team of support contractors. Operating Location El Paso has a unique mission to work with academia and non-traditional businesses to develop prototypes and transition them into production for commercial and government use. This requires extensive research that is conducted across the country and a need for classified space. As the Security Specialist, you will be universities, non-traditional businesses and the government build and maintain an ecosystem of SCIFs across the country. Ideal Candidate: Needs to be able to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs; Preferred to have Security Program Integration Professional Certification and Security Asset Protection Professional Certification or obtain within two years of hire; Preferred experience with going through TEMPEST and Physical SCIF accreditation; Experience engaging with senior and executive level leadership; fluent in ICD 705 policy. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of information, industrial, physical, and personnel security concepts, principals, and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas. 2. Knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist managers in establishing and operating internal security programs. 3. Skill in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program for Kirtland SSC organizations. 4. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately. 5. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S Citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / SCI security clearance. Safeguards classified or sensitive budget-related information and/or files. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”. This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first. Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments. PCS / Relocation funding is not authorized. Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 20 days per year. This position is part of the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment. Security Program Integration Professional Certification (SPIPC) and Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) conferrals are required within 2 years of the established employee EOD Qualifications The 0080 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions. 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. 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. Expand Hide  additional information 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. 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 windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our 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.