Division Security Officer

As a Division Security Officer your typical work assignments may include:

• Serving as the technical expert that administers and maintains continuing responsibility and management of the Personnel Security Program by implementing DEA and local policies and procedures.
• Serving as the liaison for security related matters with other federal agencies or organizations (e.g. GSA DHS DoS etc.).
• Processing requests for clearance/access changes to position sensitivity designation and investigations.
• Planning developing coordinating and implementing appropriate physical security/crime prevention programs and policies for the Division.
• Serving as the subject matter expert responsible for the information security COMSEC requirements and compliance of all Division offices.
• Conducting physical security inspections of facilities.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit: is subject to random drug testing.
• Selectee may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period as appropriate) during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operators license while employed in the position and will be required to operate the motor vehicle in accordance with applicable OPM regulations and related requirements of DOJ/DEA.

For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility

Applicants must meet the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of the announcement.

Applicants applying for the GS-12 must meet the following requirements:

Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level and your experience includes performing ALL of the tasks listed as part of your regular duties: 1) Supporting security programs related to physical personnel information communications or other security areas; 2) Applying established security policies procedures and requirements 3) Identifying and assisting with resolving security related issues; 4) Participating in security reviews assessments inspections or other security activities.

Applicants applying for the GS-13 must meet the following requirements:

Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level and your experience includes performing ALL of the tasks listed as part of your regular duties:1) Managing or supporting security programs related to physical personnel information communications or other security areas; 2) Developing reviewing interpreting or implementing security policies procedures or program requirements; 3) Analyzing and resolving security-related issues or concerns. 4) Conducting or coordinating security reviews assessments inspections inquiries or other program activities; 5) Developing or recommending security program improvements corrective actions or solutions.

Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

Additional information on the position qualification requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Managements (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook.

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of this announcement.