Today
Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
Security
Hanscom AFB, MA (On-Site/Office)
Duties
-Provides direction and guidance for the Information Security Program for Special Access Programs (SAPs) as designated by the Secretary of the Air Force. Implements and administers the SAP information security program. Directs policies and procedures for investigating security incidents to include espionage, internal or inadvertent disclosures to unauthorized persons, and other suspected compromises or losses of program information. Prepares reports, provides management oversight during reviews and damage assessments.
-Directs the Administration of the Information Systems Security Program. Directs the administration of an USAF wide classification Special Access Information System Security Program. Performs as the USAF executive agent for the security of a SAP employing USAF-wide networking information system. Oversees and directs the administration and execution of a SAF-wide information systems security program related to the protection of a wide area classified network consisting of multiple nodes and terminals having presence at most USAF installations and numerous external US Government facilities.
-Directs the Personnel Security Program. Provides policy interpretation and guidance for the Personnel Security
Program for the System Program Officers, government agencies and all entities involved in the SAP. Establishes policy for processing Program Access Requests (PARs) for military and civilian personnel. Ensures employees review and determine eligibility requests for personnel access consistent with directives. Ensures employees analyze each request to determine validity for access indicated, and that all personnel have valid need to know (NTK) prior to approving the requests.
-Directs the Physical Security Program. Ensures appropriate documentation and accreditors of Special Access
Program Facilities (SAPF) are performed. Directs personnel in the review and approval of standard operation
procedures (SOP), and other essential physical security documents. Oversees the evaluation of existing security
practices, provides recommendation for types of control requirements and procedures, the number and kinds of
safes, locks, fences, and markings needed.
-Provides policy oversight and interpretation to staff agency security managers and Contractor Program
Security Officers (CPSO) in implementing security education and motivation programs. Prepares policy letters
informing security managers of security training requirements, changes in security procedures, publication of
security directives, and enhancements designed to increase security awareness. Recommends methods of adapting regulations to the local serviced organizations.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
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,
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: In-depth knowledge of a major area of security specialization with demonstrated mastery of security administration programs. Comprehensive knowledge of security policy requirements to function as technical authorities in assignments requiring the application of theories and development to security problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted security methods, technology and procedures: knowledge in resolving major conflicts in policy and program objectives. Mastery of knowledge in performing key decision-making and policy developing responsibilities in complex assignments such as planning for significantly new far-reaching security programs requirements, or leading or participating as a technical expert in interagency study groups resolving problems in existing security systems and programs requiring innovative solutions. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
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. Extensive knowledge of SAP information, industrial, and personnel security policies, concepts, principles and
practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas as well as USAF research and technology
protection procedures.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community program management policies and
objectives.
3. Advanced knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist managers in establishing and operating internal security programs.
4. Demonstrate expertise in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet classified mission
requirements.
5. Skill in performing full range of personnel management responsibilities to include technical oversight and
coordination of all security training; and other fuctions as directed; and independently accomplish difficult and complex advisory functions which are characterized by a great depth, breadth, and variety of program applications.
6. Proven ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers, subordinates, highranking officials and customers. Contributing to a cooperative working environment and a successful accomplishment of the mission. Demonstrate ability to communicate to high-ranking officials orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT'D:
1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. A favorable suitability determination is required before appointment.
2. This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you refrain from the use of illegal drugs.
3. Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) conferrals are 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 and AFI 36-2645, Security Professional Certification and Development. 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.
4. This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the
accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Important Overseas Information: Applicants interested in applying for overseas locations please click to review important information regarding the exceptional family member program.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
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 .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)
Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.
Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 for additional information.
-Provides direction and guidance for the Information Security Program for Special Access Programs (SAPs) as designated by the Secretary of the Air Force. Implements and administers the SAP information security program. Directs policies and procedures for investigating security incidents to include espionage, internal or inadvertent disclosures to unauthorized persons, and other suspected compromises or losses of program information. Prepares reports, provides management oversight during reviews and damage assessments.
-Directs the Administration of the Information Systems Security Program. Directs the administration of an USAF wide classification Special Access Information System Security Program. Performs as the USAF executive agent for the security of a SAP employing USAF-wide networking information system. Oversees and directs the administration and execution of a SAF-wide information systems security program related to the protection of a wide area classified network consisting of multiple nodes and terminals having presence at most USAF installations and numerous external US Government facilities.
-Directs the Personnel Security Program. Provides policy interpretation and guidance for the Personnel Security
Program for the System Program Officers, government agencies and all entities involved in the SAP. Establishes policy for processing Program Access Requests (PARs) for military and civilian personnel. Ensures employees review and determine eligibility requests for personnel access consistent with directives. Ensures employees analyze each request to determine validity for access indicated, and that all personnel have valid need to know (NTK) prior to approving the requests.
-Directs the Physical Security Program. Ensures appropriate documentation and accreditors of Special Access
Program Facilities (SAPF) are performed. Directs personnel in the review and approval of standard operation
procedures (SOP), and other essential physical security documents. Oversees the evaluation of existing security
practices, provides recommendation for types of control requirements and procedures, the number and kinds of
safes, locks, fences, and markings needed.
-Provides policy oversight and interpretation to staff agency security managers and Contractor Program
Security Officers (CPSO) in implementing security education and motivation programs. Prepares policy letters
informing security managers of security training requirements, changes in security procedures, publication of
security directives, and enhancements designed to increase security awareness. Recommends methods of adapting regulations to the local serviced organizations.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
- 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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
- Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
- Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
- Employee must maintain current certifications
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
- Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
- Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
- Employees and family members requiring medical/dental care in the overseas location are responsible for obtaining/paying for care. Access for these members to military medical/dental treatment facilities is on space-available/reimbursable basis only.
- Incumbent will be subject to psychological screening / Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph as an inherent primary requirement of their position.
- The employee will be required to work overtime as dictated by mission requirements.
- The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
- Professional staff (pro-staff) Suitability Investigations (PSI): The incumbent must undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander's designated representative(s).
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,
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: In-depth knowledge of a major area of security specialization with demonstrated mastery of security administration programs. Comprehensive knowledge of security policy requirements to function as technical authorities in assignments requiring the application of theories and development to security problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted security methods, technology and procedures: knowledge in resolving major conflicts in policy and program objectives. Mastery of knowledge in performing key decision-making and policy developing responsibilities in complex assignments such as planning for significantly new far-reaching security programs requirements, or leading or participating as a technical expert in interagency study groups resolving problems in existing security systems and programs requiring innovative solutions. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
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. Extensive knowledge of SAP information, industrial, and personnel security policies, concepts, principles and
practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas as well as USAF research and technology
protection procedures.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community program management policies and
objectives.
3. Advanced knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist managers in establishing and operating internal security programs.
4. Demonstrate expertise in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet classified mission
requirements.
5. Skill in performing full range of personnel management responsibilities to include technical oversight and
coordination of all security training; and other fuctions as directed; and independently accomplish difficult and complex advisory functions which are characterized by a great depth, breadth, and variety of program applications.
6. Proven ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers, subordinates, highranking officials and customers. Contributing to a cooperative working environment and a successful accomplishment of the mission. Demonstrate ability to communicate to high-ranking officials orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT'D:
1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. A favorable suitability determination is required before appointment.
2. This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you refrain from the use of illegal drugs.
3. Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) conferrals are 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 and AFI 36-2645, Security Professional Certification and Development. 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.
4. This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the
accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Important Overseas Information: Applicants interested in applying for overseas locations please click to review important information regarding the exceptional family member program.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
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 .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)
Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.
Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 for additional information.
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