Security Specialist -- DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY Job in Robins AFB, GA

Vacancy No. AFMC-12861342-DPS-FLYER Department Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Salary $88,621.00 to $137,000.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/8/2026 Close Date 1/19/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Robins AFB, GA


Summary

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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1. Administers the Installation Information Security program to include DoD, USAF, and MAJCOM policies and implements Installation procedures for the classification and protection of classified national defense and other sensitive information.
2. Administers the Installation Industrial Security program, provides technical guidance in development of program/project/activity specific requirements.
3. Administers the Installation Personnel Security Program to include DoD, USAF, and MAJCOM policies and implements host Installation procedures for managing the Personnel Security Program.
4. Represents organization with DoD, USAF, HQ AFMC and various Center organizations, establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with these organizations.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Telework may be authorized.
  • PCS costs may be authorized
  • Security clearance requirements are based upon actual position being filled.
  • Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
  • This is a designated Drug Testing Position.
  • Promotion potential may be authorized depending upon position being filled.
  • For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
  • This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.
  • The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • Certifications/Licensure - Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) conferral is required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position.
  • Work may occasionally require the employee to work outside the normal business hours.
  • This position is designated national security position.
  • Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
  • Incentives: 3Rs (Recruitment, Relocation, Retention incentives) Incentives and/or Student Loan.
  • Duty location for this position is located at Robins AFB, OK.
  • Current Air Force Employee is required
  • Requirement to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security clearance

Qualifications

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Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

In this position you will serve as the technical expert assigned within an Installation Information Protection Office. You will advise personnel from multiple specialized information protection and security programs supporting major DoD, USAF, other Federal Agencies and Foreign Government Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) classified and highly sensitive defense acquisition and intelligence programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of information, industrial, and personnel security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas.
2. Knowledge of security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist managers in establishing and and operating internal security programs.
3. Skill in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program for the installation and supported organizations.
4. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately.
5. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

Ideal Candidate: Currently serving as a Security Specialist within the US Air Force

Additional information

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Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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How you will be evaluated

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

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***Please note that the staffing specialist will review the Qualifications/Requirements and may reach out to you for additional information.

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.

How to Apply

Interested applicants please submit your resume and certifications to Jerome Shoulta
Candidates are encouraged to submit as many of the following documents at the time of application as possible: resume, unofficial/official transcripts, professional licenses and as applicable DD-214, SF-50.

Agency contact information

Jerome Shoulta
Phone
478-327-8861
Email
jerome.shoulta.1@us.af.mil
Address
EHA DHA
550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

Next steps

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