SECURITY SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

Summary You will serve as a SECURITY SPECIALIST in the OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE of HEADQUARTERS US INDO-PACIFIC COMMAND. Duties * You will be familiar with, maintains access, and manages personnel files in appropriate program systems for all accessed personnel. * You will serve as the subject matter expert to review and approve all construction, expansion, or modifications to Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs) for accreditation. * You will ensure all cleared personnel are trained annually to reduce the probability of a security incident that causes grave harm to national security. * You will perform Special Access Program security inspections/staff assistance visits (SAVs) of assigned Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs). * You will manage all aspects of the Special Access Program Security education and awareness program for personnel within the command, components and subordinate commands. 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 * Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. * 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. * You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. * MSP/PPP applicants must currently hold the required security clearance. * Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing. * You will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport. Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Providing government leadership and guidance in the development and implementation of Special Access Program and Special Technical Operation security policies and procedures, training, and methods for identifying and protecting classified information, personnel, property, facilities, operations or material from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, sabotage or loss; 2) Ensuring all personnel are provided with required annual training, questionnaires, knowledge, and skills to safeguard and protect highly sensitive classified information; 3) Serving as a Government Special Access Program Security Officer or equivalent; 4) Managing and reviewing construction, expansion, or modifications to Special Access Program Facilities along with the Special Access Program Accrediting Official (SAO) and Special Security Officer (SSO) or equivalent; 5) Assisting in the overall cognizance of the command's program security posture and provide oversight for SAP Security Compliance Inspections and Staff Assist Visits; 6) Reviewing suitability and eligibility requirements within the nomination process for individual's entry and retention into sensitive and non-sensitive positions; 7) Utilizing special access databases (i.e. JADE/PDAS) and information systems in order to perform daily duties; and; 8) Applying written and oral communication skills to higher level command and agencies to describe situations, problems, analysis and conclusions in a clear and succinct manner. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series 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. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. 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 ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. This position requires rotating shift work. 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: * Accountability
* Attention to Detail
* Customer Service
* Decision Making
* Flexibility
* Influencing/Negotiating
* INFORMATION SECURITY
* Integrity/Honesty
* Interpersonal Skills
* Learning
* OPERATIONS SECURITY
* ORAL COMMUNICATION
* PERSONNEL SECURITY
* PHYSICAL SECURITY
* Reading Comprehension
* Reasoning
* SECURITY PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
* Self-Management
* Stress Tolerance
* Teamwork You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-

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