Security Specialist - Program Security Specialist

United States Air Force

$111K — $144K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a 'Top Secret' security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
  • Knowledge of advanced security concepts, principles, and practices
  • Skill in interpreting security laws, directives, and regulations
  • Ability to obtain Department of Defense Security Fundamentals and Security Asset Protection Professional Certifications within 2 years
  • Position designated as Drug Test Designated Position
  • Must be U.S. Citizen and meet specific military reserve status requirements

Responsibilities

  • Protect the enterprise from espionage, terrorism, and unauthorized disclosure
  • Assess security requirements for specialized programs
  • Coordinate security objectives and plans across multiple specialized programs
  • Provide guidance for establishing and operating internal security programs
  • Conduct reviews and evaluations using analytical principles
  • Support information sharing strategies within the organization
  • Implement security measures to safeguard sensitive information

Benefits

  • Relocation expenses may be paid
  • Up to 20% telework authorized with supervisor approval
  • Working at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, a significant military installation in Hawaii
  • Engagement in a key position with direct impact on national security
  • Support for professional development through certifications
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Security Specialist (GG-0080-13), to perform as a Program Security Specialist, working at the 352nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron (COS), Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, in Honolulu, Hawaii.

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position aligned under authorities of Section 1601, Chapter 83 of Title 10, United States Code and DoD Instruction 1400.25-V2007.

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.

Salary ($111,119 - $144,457) based on experience.

Relocation expenses may be paid.

This position may be authorized up to 20% telework with supervisor approval as dictated by mission requirements. Telework must take place within specific mileage of the primary duty location. Telework is not guaranteed.

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Qualifications/Requirements:

In this position you will serve as a 352 COS Security Office (SO) security specialist to protect the enterprise from espionage, terrorism, and threats of unauthorized disclosure and/or compromise of information or material considered vital to enterprise and enterprise mission interests, national defense, or national security.

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must be able to obtain & maintain a "Top Secret" Security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartment Information (SCI)

Incumbent may undergo random counter-intelligence scope polygraph examinations.

This position is designated as a Drug Test Designated Position

This is a KEY position the incumbent must be removed from Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become part of the Ready Reserve.

This position requires at a minimum, a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Must be able to obtain and maintain Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional and Security Asset Protection Professional Certifications within 2 years of the initial assignment of duties.
• Knowledge of a wide range of advanced concepts, principles, criteria, requirements, technology, and practices involved in security.
• Knowledge of security program interrelationships to coordinate the objectives and plans of two or more specialized programs to support and promote information sharing and strategies.
• Skill to interpret a variety of security program laws, directives, regulations, and guidance to assist subordinate organizations in establishing and operating internal security programs.
• Skill in the use of analytical principles, practices, and techniques to review, evaluate, and apply several alternatives according to the security requirements for highly specific situations, availability of materials, relationships with other protective programs, and cost/benefit considerations.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/

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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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.

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