SECURITY SPECIALIST

Duties

• You will provide security support across various functional areas, ensuring the protection of sensitive information and assets.
• You will apply security policies and procedures to maintain a secure operational environment.
• You will respond to security incidents, conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• You will conduct self-inspections of secure facilities, identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating risks.
• You will provide training and guidance to personnel on security policies and best practices.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

DA-0080-03
Candidates must demonstrate on their resume at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5/8 grade levels or the DA-02 pay band. To be determined "Minimally Qualified". To be determined "Minimally Qualified," the resume must show verifiable evidence of at least 3 of the following criteria:

1. Physical Security & Surveys: Experience conducting physical security inspections or surveys, including basic FSL (Facility Security Level) determinations or reading facility floor plans;
2. Lock & Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Infrastructure: Practical experience working with lock and key hardware or assisting with ESS installation, testing, or evaluation;
3. Policy Application: Knowledge and experience interpreting and apply security guidelines and best practices (within Information, Personnel, and/or Physical security functions) to resolve standard, routine security issues;
4. Communication & Technology Literacy: Experience utilizing MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat to draft, format, and publish security communications, emails, memos, spreadsheets, or reports;
5. Foundational Training: Assisting with or contributing toward the documentation of training materials for developing others.

DA-0080-04:
Candidates must demonstrate on their resume at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9/11 grade levels or the DA-03 pay band. To be determined "Minimally Qualified," the resume must show verifiable, independent evidence of at least at least 3 of the following criteria:

1. Independent Inspections: Experience independently conducting physical security inspections, threat/vulnerability analyses, and reviewing facility engineering/construction blueprints;
2. Advanced Electronic Security Systems (ESS) & Wiring: Hands-on expertise in physical security alarm systems, to include alarm system installation, programming, and low-voltage wiring. Practical experience working with lock and key hardware (including high-security systems like Kaba Mas) or assisting with Electronic Security Systems (ESS) installation, testing, or evaluation;
3. Access Control Certification: Possession of an active, recognized industry certification in access control systems (Genetec or Lenel Certifications);
4. Key & Lock Expertise: Advanced, documented experience managing high-security key/lock mechanisms and integrating ESS considerations into facility construction or acquisition processes;
5. Program Administration: Experience developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), preparing and conducting security training, and writing administrative security packages.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Education

In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:

For DA-04:
Successful completion of Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

OR

Successful completion of 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree

OR

Possession of an LL.M., if related

OR

A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience

For DA-03:
Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree

OR

Successful completion of two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree

OR

Possession of an LL.B. or J.D. that is related to this position being filled.

OR

A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience

A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: .

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.