Summary

A successful candidate in this position will conceive, plan, initiate, monitor, develop, and analyze implementation policies and procedures for security programs.

Duties

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As a Security Specialist, you will:

• Serve as the Senior Security Specialist and is the point of contact and subject matter expert in the application and training of one or more safeguards and security training programs.

• Perform analysis of security trends and indicators based on review of information and documents provided by Field Office. Prepares correspondence, reports, and briefing materials for both internal and external audiences.
• Research and maintain currency and extensive technical authority and knowledge of the regulations, statutes, orders, policies and processes associated with their assigned guideline(s).
• Responsible for providing technical direction, advice, and guidance to the Safeguards and Security team, ensuring that the overall objectives of the NNSA and NA-LA S&S Programs are met. The incumbent assigns, coordinates and reviews work assignments, instructs and mentors employees on job processes and techniques, interprets and implements organizational policies and procedures, and provides on-the-job training.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Subject to Random Drug Testing
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Favorable suitability determination required.
• Financial Disclosure is required.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance.
• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Must be able to obtain certification in the DOE's Technical Qualification Program (TQP) within 18 months of start date. This position is covered by the Technical Qualification Program (TQP), which requires the incumbent to acquire and demonstrate competencies identified in the TQP Functional Area Qualification and Field Office specific standards and requires certification of the competencies by NNSA supervision and TQP qualifying officials. https://ntc.doe.gov/student/stp/techqualprogram
• Please limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, you will be disqualified.

Probationary periods are required for new employees appointed to competitive service positions for the first time; or reinstated employees who return to Federal service after a break in service of 30-days or more and who have not completed a probationary period will need to complete the requirement. Trial periods are required for all excepted service employees. Trial periods served in the same position and agency with no break in service will satisfy the requirement.

Qualifications

To qualify at the NQ-03 grade level, candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NQ-02 (GS-12) grade level.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience in a field of security that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of established and advanced security principles, procedures, and analytical techniques; as well as experience designing and conducting security surveys, self-assessments, and audits.

Examples of specialized experience include:

1. Planning, scheduling, and conducting projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of security programs.
2. Analyzing and measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of management programs such as oversight of security topical areas and audit programs.

To qualify at the NQ-04 grade level, candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NQ-03 (GS-14) grade level.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience that demonstrates the ability to independently manage, design, evaluate, and provide authoritative advice on complex, multi-functional security programs.

Examples of specialized experience include:

1. Providing strategic program leadership and expert advisory to diagnose systemic security risks.
2. Managing complex high-visibility security self-assessments, vulnerability analyses and establish corrective action plans to mitigate security risks.
3. Demonstrates leadership ability.
4. Demonstrates ability to communicate with key stakeholders/director/executive level senior management.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

There is no positive education requirement.

Additional information

• Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website.
• If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information. In order to be considered under the ICTAP program, your application must score within the pre-established "well qualified" category as stated in the Qualifications section.
• More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.
• All positions require successful completion of a background investigation.
• All males born after December 31,1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government.
• In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to the four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answers to these questions are not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration.

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

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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.

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