Security Specialist-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY Job in Palmdale, CA

Vacancy No. AFTC-12581128-JSB-FLYER Department Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Salary $46,020.00 to $109,673.00 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/15/2024 Close Date 10/21/2024
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Locations:
Palmdale, CA


Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Security Specialist Information Protection Office.

Duties

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  • Support a single or multiple Test Center RDT&E organizations in the management and integration of Special Access Program, Information Security, Industrial Security, Personnel Security, Information Systems Security, Physical Security, Operations Security and Acquisition Security programs.
  • Provide guidance on generalized security practices including, Personnel Security, Information and Industrial Security, Physical Security, Operations Security and Special Access Security.
  • Administer personnel security practices, utilize Defense Information System for Security (DISS) System, Special Access Program (SAP) Security and accomplish security program objectives/mission requirements.
  • Accomplish physical security processes for Special Access Facilities (SAPF) and ICD 705 construction requirements.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prescribed "Unscheduled Telework"
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This is a national security position. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • The incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Some temporary duty (TDY) travel may be required
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  • Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
  • The incumbent will be required to obtain/maintain DOD certification as a condition of employment...
  • ...Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification conferral is required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, ...
  • ...DOD Security Accreditation and Certification. The listed certification requirements may not be deleted or modified without the written approval of the AF Security Functional Authority ...
  • ...(SAF/AA) or their delegated security career field representative.

Qualifications

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In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management positions located here

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences is experience in the Information Protection field, management and integration of Special Access Program, Information Security, Industrial Security, Personnel Security, Information Systems Security, Physical Security, Operations Security and Acquisition Security programs.

Desired Skills:
  • 1-5 years of security experience supporting Special Access Programs
  • Experience and understanding of the Security Eligibility Process
  • Understanding of the ICD 705 Technical Specs for constructing facilities
  • Experience in security management compliance
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  1. Knowledge of a wide range of security disciplines and functions, security systems, flight and ground test security operations, concepts, principles and practices that include, Acquisition Programs Security, lnfom1ation Protection, Information Security, Industrial Security, Physical Security, Personnel Security, Operations Security (OPSEC), Foreign National Visitors and Foreign Military Sales, Technology Transfer. Arms Control Treaty Compliance, RDT&E Test Security, Program Protection Planning and Critical Program Information, Public Release, Communications Security (COMSEC), Emissions Security, Counter-intelligence, and Special Access Program (SAP) security requirements.
  2. Knowledge of processes for classified material handling, classification and marking policies, standards and guides.
  3. Skill in attention to detail, researching and writing security plans, test plans, operating instructions, and program procedures.
  4. Skill in interpreting Security Classification Guides and Program Management Guides and implementing security programs and operations accordingly.
  5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and assemble, compile, compose, coordinate and track information for reports, inquiries, investigations and related correspondence. Ability to plan, organize work, meet deadlines and multi-task.

Additional information

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Full-time Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits:

Paid Time Off:

  • 11 Federal Holidays off per year
  • Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year
  • 13 sick days per year (104 hours)
Retirement:
  • Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
  • 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching
Health & Wellness:
  • Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance
Work/Life Balance:
  • Family and Medical Leave Act
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)
Career Development:
  • Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
  • Career enhancement and promotion opportunities

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Required Documents

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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Agency contact information

Air Force Test Center Recruitment
Address
EHA DHA
550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
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