Security Specialist
Job Location:
Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
1-year reimbursable assignment with the option to extend for 12 months
This opportunity is temporary and does not constitute a permanent full-time position.
DHS Intelligence & Analysis
Security Specialist
Series Requested: 0080
Security Clearance: TS/SCI- CI Poly
Virtual/Remote: No
Only current full-time federal employees are eligible.
Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selection/closing date.
This is a Detail not a Developmental Rotation.
Supervisory approval form must be signed.
- Researching analyzing and incorporating security policies and procedures threats to security and other relevant topics for inclusion in training materials and security awareness.
- Develops comprehensive and ongoing security awareness and self-inspection programs.
- Administers a multi-faceted security awareness program consisting of briefings directives computer-based training audio-visual presentation and incorporates discrepancies/findings identified during self-inspections and compliance reviews.
- Developing and maintaining databases to effectively manage the tracking of all State and Local security clearances sponsored by I&A.
- Maintains various databases necessary for tracking applications through the clearance process verifying clearances conducting perm certification actions for all State Local Tribal and Private sector partners.
- Prepares draft responses to principal correspondence including communications from Congress other government agencies senior state and local officials and the public concerning security policies and internal policies and procedures applicable to the National Network of Fusion Centers and the granting of clearances to State local tribal and territorial personnel.
- Coordinating foreign travel briefings as necessary with the appropriate offices.
- Providing emphasis on interpretation and implementation of national standards for safeguarding National Security Information(NSI) and application/compliance of those standards in support of the National Network of Fusion Centers.
- Must be a current permanent Federal employee
- Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. DHS 250-2 Application Form under required documents section.
- Must NOT have any pending/outstanding disciplinary actions
- Must have achieved a minimum of meet expectations/proficiency on latest performance appraisal/evaluation
- Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*
- The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.
Qualifications required:
- Demonstrated experience administering a multi-faceted security awareness program including briefings directives computer-based training and audiovisual presentations.
- Ability to incorporate discrepancies and findings identified through self-inspections and compliance reviews into program improvements.
- Demonstrated ability to advise senior-level management and executives across all levels of government on new developments and advances in multiple security disciplines.
- Demonstrated experience preparing analyzing developing and implementing policies and procedures relevant to the National Network of Fusion Centers.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement.
Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
- Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job)
- Duties (Be specific in describing your duties)
- Name of Federal agency
- Supervisor name email and phone number
- Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.
**DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.
If the position requires a security clearance employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position.
Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA:
- Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA.
- Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include:
- Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA.
- Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA.
- Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.
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.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
IC
