SECURITY SPECIALIST

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Modified DoD Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Duties You will coordinate and implement the Program Office Security Program. You will learn how to handle and apply a complex mix of security disciplines; information, industrial, operations, personnel, physical, and communications. You will coordinate, facilitate, review, evaluate, document, and implement program security management ensuring appropriate security policies and procedures are implemented and followed. You will report and/or investigate security violations/possible compromises and electronic spillages You will provide and/or coordinate security training on a variety of subjects relative to proper protection of classified military information (CMI) and controlled unclassified information (CUI). You will provide advice, guidance, and assistance to program personnel in assigning classifications decisions to project work, updating and interpreting classification guides, etc. You will assist the Contracting Officer's Security Representative (COSR) with drafting, editing and review of contracting actions to ensure appropriate security requirements are included. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Complete one of the Security Professional Education and Development (SPeD) certifications within 24 months of assignment; Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) or Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC). Qualifications Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the DA-03 (GS-9/10) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate examples of the following: (1) Applying complex information, personnel, operations, and industrial security methods, principles, and practices to an organization; (2) Providing technical guidance to program personnel in assigned classification decisions to project work, updating and interpreting classification guides; (3) Investigating and reporting on security violations and electronic spillages for assigned program; (4) Coordinating security training on various subjects relative to proper protection of classified military information (CMI) and controlled unclassified information (CUI) and (5) Interfacing with internal and external contacts to provide technology protection for an established weapons system and/or aviation program. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. 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.