Security Specialist, Operations and Integration, SLD 45 / AATS

Summary 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. Duties The United States Space Force (USSF) at Patrick SFB, FL is searching for a Security Specialist for Operations and Integration to support SLD45/AATS (NH-0080-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). Description: Serve as a security specialist providing expert technical advice in the complex area of acquisition and operations security for National Security Space Launch (NSSL); classification management program; security violations; security education and awareness training; and security surveys and special programs security inspections for assigned programs. Ideal Candidate: Demonstrated expert experience/knowledge of program protection, physical, system, information, industrial, personnel, operations security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas. Comprehensive knowledge of organization's missions, functions, and structure to ensure effective implementation of oversight of special programs security concepts, principles and practices. Knowledge of government contractual practices and requirements for development and purchase of USAF acquisition programs and/or supporting programs/projects. Must be familiar with Defense Industrial Base security organization, operations, and management practices. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Expert knowledge of program protection, physical, system, information, industrial, personnel, operations security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of organization's missions, functions, and structure to ensure effective implementation of oversight of special programs security concepts, principles and practices. 3. Knowledge of government contractual practices and requirements for development and purchase of USAF acquisition programs and/or supporting programs/projects. Must be familiar with Defense Industrial Base security organization, operations, and management practices. 4. Ability in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program for the Delta Commander. 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. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S Citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret /SCI security clearance. This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise Employee may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include evenings and weekends and may be subject to recall. Incumbent may be required to report to work during base exercises, contingencies, or emergency situations. Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) 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 This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first. Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”. Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year. PCS is not authorized. Incentive is not authorized. Qualifications The 0080 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. 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. 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.