Security Specialist (Operations)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers in Annapolis Junction, MD is seeking a Security Specialist to provide comprehensive security support across multiple programs, including personnel, operations, industrial and anti-terrorism efforts. The role emphasizes safeguarding sensitive materials and SCI-cleared personnel, with training and awareness initiatives.

The position includes assisting in policy development, implementation, and monitoring, and requires understanding of DoD security requirements,

Qualifications

• Security-related knowledge and understanding of DoD/USACE security requirements.
• Ability to provide training and awareness for SCI-cleared personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide security in support of one or more security programs across Personnel, Operations, Industrial, Physical and Anti-terrorism domains.
• Provide Security Education, Training and Awareness (SETA) for SCI-cleared personnel.
• Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures for handling and safeguarding classified and sensitive material.

Job description

Position Overview/Duties
About the Position: Serves as a Security Specialist responsible for providing security in support for one or more security programs. Provides Personnel, Operations, Industrial, Physical and Anti-terrorism support. Provides Security Education, Training and Awareness (SETA) for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) cleared personnel. Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures for handling and safeguarding classified and sensitive material.

Announcement TypeUSAJOBS
Position TypePermanent
Locations (City, State)Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Position Overview/DutiesAbout the Position: Serves as a Security Specialist responsible for providing security in support for one or more security programs. Provides Personnel, Operations, Industrial, Physical and Anti-terrorism support. Provides Security Education, Training and Awareness (SETA) for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) cleared personnel. Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures for handling and safeguarding classified and sensitive material.
Other Conditions And RequirementsMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct deposit of pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Physical Security and Law Enforcement Career Program position aligned under the Operational Support Career Management Directorate. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. 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 https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Relocation Incentive may be authorized. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire