Security Specialist

U.S. Marine Corps; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Security Specialist in the Information Department at HQ U.S. Marine Corps is sought to administer the Personnel Security Program (PSP) and ensure SCI clearances are kept current.

Candidates should demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-09 level or equivalent, applying laws and regulations in a dynamic security environment. The role requires adherence to security policies and maintaining up-to-date access through the SCI program, supporting mission-critical information

Qualifications

• Experience administering the management of a Personnel Security Program (PSP) through implementing policies and procedures.
• Ensuring required clearances are up-to-date and completed to maintain SCI clearance.
• At least one year of specialized experience at GS-09 level or pay band equivalent.

Skills

PSP administration

Policy implementation

SCI clearance management

Job description

You will serve as a SECURITY SPECIALIST in the Information Department of HQ US MARINE CORPS.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: administering the management of a Personnel Security Program (PSP) through the implementing policies and procedures and applying current laws and regulations; AND ensuring required clearances are up-to-date and completed in order to maintain the Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance program. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series 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.