What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Specialist position at Air Force Research Laboratory?
Job Overview
This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 27 JAN 2025.
The Integration and Operations Division, Aerospace Systems Directorate seeks to hire a mid-level, DO-II Security Specialist at WPAFB, OH. The incumbent will administer the Program Protection/Science and Technology Protection Planning implementation by providing guidance and coordinating with outside agencies to safeguard critical information.
Position duties include, but are not limited to:
Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy
Remote Work (CONUS)
No, this position is not approved for remote work.
Eligible for a Referral Bonus?
No
Required Qualifications
Series
0080
This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 27 JAN 2025.
The Integration and Operations Division, Aerospace Systems Directorate seeks to hire a mid-level, DO-II Security Specialist at WPAFB, OH. The incumbent will administer the Program Protection/Science and Technology Protection Planning implementation by providing guidance and coordinating with outside agencies to safeguard critical information.
Position duties include, but are not limited to:
- Conducts specialized activities across security domains, such as operational security (OPSEC), industrial security, cybersecurity, counterintelligence, and supply chain security to ensure the integrity and protection of sensitive information and technologies.
- Manages the activities within a classified secure space to ensure they comply with regulations and standards.
- Regularly conducts security audits and inspections to identify and address vulnerabilities.
- Acts as primary Special Security Representative (SSR) for a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).
- Oversees the proper storage and handling of sensitive materials.
- Trains personnel on security protocols and emergency procedures for assigned secure space.
- Coordinates with external security agencies and continuously updates security measures based on the latest intelligence and technological advancements.
- Applies information protection principles to mitigate OPSEC vulnerabilities.
- Helps administer the Industrial Security program by providing technical guidance in conjunction with Contracting Officers to ensure all solicitations and contracts include the appropriate security clauses and language.
- Helps administer the Information Security program.
- Administers procedures for the delegation and classification/declassification authority; development of classification guidance, document marking, safeguarding, and use; personnel access controls; need to know criteria; physical storage and control; transmitting, transferring, reproducing, downgrading, and destroying information.
- Helps administer the Personnel Security program policies and implements procedures for managing the program.
- Assists branch chief in administering the overall security program to ensure that personnel and critical information are protected.
Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy
Remote Work (CONUS)
No, this position is not approved for remote work.
Eligible for a Referral Bonus?
No
Required Qualifications
- United States Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
- Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
- At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade, DO-I/GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems.
- Specialized experience includes experience administering security programs, safeguarding critical information, and adhering to established guidance/regulations.
- Experience with Program or S&T Protection, Information, OPSEC, Industrial, Personnel, Physical baseline knowledge.
- Experience serving as a Special Security Representative (SSR)
- Experience monitoring and managing a SCI Facility
Series
0080
