Security Specialist-Direct Hire Authority

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In this position you will provide specialized knowledge/technical expertise for cybersecurity T&E of aircraft and weapons systems; and operates and maintains the Test, Techniques, and Training (T3) Cybersecurity Contested Environment Laboratory within the Integrated Facility for Avionics System Testing (IFAST) Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Must be able to obtain/maintain Special Access Program and Sensitive Compartmented Information access eligibility Some temporary duty (TDY) travel may be required The incumbent will be subject to random drug testing For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/ Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification is required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position... in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, DOD Security Accreditation and Certification. Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management positions located here SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences include developing and implementing security plans and procedures (such as Standard Operating Procedures, System Security, Program Test, Treaty preparation, deployment and OPSEC plans) for personnel and facilities that support advanced or special programs and SCI material. Oversees the maintenance of Top-Secret Control Accounts and strict accountability of all accountable material, ensures and/or provides training to personnel appointed as Top-Secret Control Officers. Lead or perform security investigations for incidents involving the actual or possible loss, compromise or inadvertent disclosure of highly classified information. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of information, industrial, physical and personnel security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas. Knowledge of Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security procedures. Skill in developing, analyzing and evaluating SAP security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program for the organization. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with co-workers and customer, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. Ability to plan, organize work, and meet deadlines. Desired Skills: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: applied working knowledge of a broad range of security disciplines, concepts, principles, and practices to review, independently analyze, and resolve difficult and complex security problems; apply policy direction to contractors and government/military officials, and develop guidance for applying security policy, procedures, technique equipment, and methods to a variety of work situations and various levels or degrees of security controls. Knowledge of a broad range of security program relationships, and proficiency in information, personnel, and industrial security to effectively implement and administer applicable security programs and/or coordinate with other specialized security programs. Knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, and procedures to develop security education programs, provide training, and assist in operating security to include knowledge of required Special Access program (SAP) and sensitive compartmented information (SCI) security procedures. Additional information Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits: Paid Time Off: 11 Federal Holidays off per year Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year 13 sick days per year (104 hours) Retirement: Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching Health & Wellness: Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family Flexible Spending Account Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance Work/Life Balance: Family and Medical Leave Act Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position) Career Development: Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities Career enhancement and promotion opportunities To learn more about our benefits, please check out the AFTC Benefits Trifold at https://simplebooklet.com/230809aftcbenefitstrifold_v5_. Federal Resume Tips: https://afciviliancareers.com/PDF/FederalResumeWriting.pdf https://www.usajobs.gov//faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ 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. 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. 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.