Summary
The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: ACQDEMO This position is part of the Department of Defense. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting all aspects of DMEA security operations, including personnel security, information security, physical security, antiterrorism/force protection, industrial security, and operations security.
Duties
As a Security Specialist at the NH-0080-3 some of your typical work assignments may include: The role demands a proactive problem-solver who can develop innovative security solutions for complex situations where precedents may not exist. This position functions with a high degree of autonomy, requiring the specialist to independently initiate and manage assignments that have a wide impact on DMEA's mission and operations. Administrating Comprehensive Security Programs: Overseeing, implementing, and supporting all aspects of DMEA security operations, including Personnel Security (PERSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), Physical Security, and Operations Security (OPSEC). Managing Personnel Security & Clearances: Initiating and reviewing personnel security investigations, adjudicating employee suitability for access to sensitive areas, and managing clearance statuses using systems like the Defense Information System for Security (DISS). Overseeing Physical and Technical Security: Managing DMEA-specific access control and closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems for specialized labs and clean rooms, assessing physical security needs, and recommending improvements. Direct Industrial Security Operations: Reviewing classified contracts (DD Form 254), conducting security inspections and site surveys at contractor facilities, and managing security requirements to protect government information and assets. Conducting Security Reviews and Investigations: Analyzing and investigating a variety of security issues, conducting "End of Day" checks to ensure all classified information is secure, and assisting in investigations concerning classified spillage or other security incidents.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
How you will be evaluated
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming RGP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.