SECURITY SPECIALIST

Defense Intelligence Agency

$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in security operations or a related field
  • Ability to make decisions in complex situations
  • Strong written communication skills for tailoring complex content
  • Experience conducting security program reviews
  • Proficiency with diagnostic equipment like spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes
  • Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA) or Certified TEMPEST Professional (CTP) is a major plus
  • Knowledge of regulatory guidance in ICD 705 and DoDM 5105.21

Responsibilities

  • Apply decision-making techniques to improve operational outcomes
  • Create clear and accurate written products for targeted audiences
  • Conduct security reviews and identify vulnerabilities
  • Provide training and mentorship as security Subject Matter Expert
  • Execute technical programs related to security and telecommunications

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee
  • Access to federal employee benefits for you and your family
  • Eligibility for various benefits depending on employment status
  • Opportunity for career advancement within the U.S. government
Full Job Description
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DIA employs a variety of professionals who serve throughout the workforce to ensure successful operations. To view this position's duties, click Vacancies to be directed to DIA's online application system. Please make note of the position title and 6-digit Job Opening ID number to which you are interested. You can scroll to the bottom of the page to locate the announcement or click on the "Advanced Search" link and enter in the 6-digit Job Opening ID number in the "Job Opening ID" field.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • - U.S. Citizenship - Drug Test - Security Investigation


All applicants must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry.

Qualifications

ASSESSMENT FACTORS

1. Applies decision making techniques in complex situations to include anticipating and recognizing best practices and choosing options to maximize benefits to the office, directorate, or Agency.

2. Works independently to create accurately written, complex products tailored to a specific audience in an easily understandable manner.

3. Conducts security program reviews and identifies potential gaps or vulnerabilities related to security and trains team members, customers and managers in security rules and procedures.

4. Performs the role as a Subject Matter Expert, providing on the job training and mentorship for subordinate personnel in security policy and standard operating procedures.

5. Experience in the use of test, measurement and diagnostic equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators etc.

HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS

1. Current or former Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA) or Certified TEMPEST Professional (CTP).

2. Experience in the daily execution of technical programs such as TSCM, Intelligence Systems Electronics Repair, Telecommunications Systems Installation/repair or other technical programs.

3. Experience applying the regulatory guidance outlined in ICD 705 and DoDM 5105.21 with some oversight.

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.

Please visit our web site, www.dia.mil. Under the "Careers" heading on our web site, you will find a listing of benefits available to DIA employees.

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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.

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