SECURITY SPECIALIST

at Defense Finance and Accounting Service in Limestone, Maine, United States

Job Description

Summary This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, HOW TO APPLY and NEXT STEPS sections below for instructions. Responsibilities Monitors and evaluates the status of Force Protection Programs in the areas of: Information Security (INFOSEC), Industrial Security (INDSEC) and Operations Security (OPSEC). Conducts formal classroom training in Physical and Information Security as well as required security orientations, refresher training, and security briefings for DFAS employees. Implements policy and procedures regarding Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection program (AT/FP) requirements. Manages the AT/FP program requirements for DFAS – Limestone. Manages a comprehensive program in the development, evaluation, and maintenance of security automated systems, policies, devices, procedures, and methods used for safeguarding personnel, information, property, operations and materials. Responsible for managing all processes related to issuing DoD common access cards, military, retiree, and dependent ID cards; performs fingerprinting as required. Monitors and performs alarm system operations including Intrusion Detection Equipment (IDE), closed circuit television monitors (CCTV) and access control devices. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional following criteria. Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe this in your resume. Combinations of education and experience may also be sufficient. To be hired at the GS-7 entry grade level, applicants must minimally have: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of a (GS-05 for the GS-07) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized Experience For The GS-07 Is Defined As: (1) Assisting in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures. (2) Assisting in conducting a wide range of security inspections and surveys for facilities operations; or assisting in providing advice, assistance and knowledge of security operation under supervision. To be hired at the GS-9 entry grade level, applicants must minimally have: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of a (GS-07 for the GS-09) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized Experience For The GS-09 Is Defined As: (1) Demonstrating experience in administering a wide range of security programs, policies, and procedures for facilities operations. (2) Experience in security disciplines, concepts, principles, and practices applicable to physical security, and information security programs. To be hired at the GS-11 entry grade level, applicants must minimally have: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of a (GS-09 for the GS-11) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized Experience For The GS-11 Is Defined As: Demonstrating a broad range of security concepts, principles, and practices in order to assess and resolve difficult security problems for an organization; utilizing technical expertise related to information or physical security to effectively implement, integrate, and administer applicable security programs in coordination with other specialized security programs. You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Education SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR GS-07 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One full year of graduate level education or a bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Superior Academic Achievement: S.A.A. is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html). SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR GS-09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: A Master’s or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html). SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html). In accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) Manual 3305.13-M, “DoD Security Accreditation and Certification,” this position has been identified as a Defense Security position (DSP). Individuals occupying positions designated as DSPs are required to meet certification requirements of the Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) program. As such, the individual selected for this position must obtain and/or maintain a Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC). Individuals who do not meet the applicable SPeD certification requirements must obtain it within two years after the first duty day in this position. Upon appointment to this position, the selectee must also sign a statement acknowledging the SFPC requirements, as a condition to occupy the position, and agree to permit the DoD to access and monitor the certification qualifications associated with this position. Additional information about the SPeD Program can be found at: http://www.cdse.edu/certification/sped\_what.html. Additional Information The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here. For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements. Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations