Security Specialist, Operations and Integration, SYD 80/SZ

Air Force Civilian Service; Florida; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Space Force at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida is seeking a Security Specialist, Operations and Integration to support NH-0080-03, GS-12/13 equivalent. The role focuses on protecting sensitive information, systems, facilities, and personnel within SAP security and related processes.

You will lead security initiatives, work with engineers and mission partners, and ensure compliance with defense directives in a fast-paced environment. U.S.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of program protection, physical, system, information, industrial, personnel, operations security concepts.
• Ability to develop and analyze security programs to meet mission requirements.
• Experience establishing professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical advice across SAP security, classification management, incidents, and contractor oversight.
• Lead a blended government-contractor security team and coordinate with program offices and mission partners.

Skills

Security program knowledge

Professional communication

Leadership

Interagency collaboration

Risk assessment

Job description

Organization: The United States Space Force (USSF) is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips military members and civilians to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and provide space capabilities to the joint force. USSF responsibilities include developing Guardians, acquiring military space systems, maturing the military doctrine for space power, and organizing space forces to present to our Combatant Commands (CCMDs). The strategic importance of space can’t be overstated. Political and humanitarian interests as well as commercial concerns vital to the world economy all rely on space-based systems. Launched in 2019 as the nation’s sixth and newest military branch, the USSF was created to protect the interests and assets of America and its allies in this heavily contested realm. The Department of War relies on satellites and advanced space-based technology for secure communications, navigation, real-time reconnaissance, precision targeting on the battlefield, early warning of potential missile launches, and even weather forecasting. Guardians and civilians of the USSF are challenged every day to reach new heights in protecting and amplifying these space-based capabilities and defending our way of life by maintaining our edge in space. The Space Force wants to attract talent with the character and potential to excel, empower them with information and choices, and develop them in line with their desires and the Space Force’s needs to create a high-performing organization necessary to secure and defend space. Please review the new Guardian Ideal to learn more about the new talent culture within the new U.S. Space Force, as we have a chance to make history and rewrite some of the rules—we hope you are excited about the opportunities this will present! https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/2782534/cso-unveils-guardian-ideal-space-force-values-at-afa/

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Cape Canaveral, Florida is searching for a Security Specialist, Operations and Integration to support the Systems Delta 80/SZ unit (NH-0080-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).

Our Mission:

The Systems Delta 80 unit is on a mission to deliver and sustain the launch, range, and emerging servicing, mobility, and logistics capabilities that enable the U.S. to place national security payloads into orbit and support operations after launch. By joining our team, you will play a pivotal role in defending our nation and its allies against emerging threats.

Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Information Protection Security professional to serve as an NH-03 Government SAP Security Officer (GSSO) supporting the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Operations Integration Directorate. In this critical role, you will help safeguard some of the organization’s most sensitive information, systems, facilities, personnel, and mission assets in an increasingly complex and evolving threat environment. You will provide expert technical advice and hands‑on leadership across Special Access Program (SAP) security, classification management, security incidents and violations, education and awareness, inspections, access management, and contractor security oversight. This is an opportunity to build, improve, and lead a mission‑enabling security program in a fast‑paced stand‑up organization. You will apply innovative, risk‑based solutions; integrate security across multiple disciplines; lead and develop a blended government‑contractor team; and work closely with program offices, engineers, mission partners, and the broader United States Space Force security enterprise. If you are a proactive security professional who thrives on solving complex problems, building trusted partnerships, and delivering secure capabilities at the pace of mission need, we encourage you to apply.

Key Skills and Abilities:

• 1. Expert knowledge of program protection, physical, system, information, industrial, personnel, operations security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas.
• 2. Comprehensive knowledge of organization's missions, functions, and structure to ensure effective implementation of oversight of special programs security concepts, principles and practices.
• 3. Knowledge of government contractual practices and requirements for development and purchase of USAF acquisition programs and/or supporting programs/projects. Must be familiar with Defense Industrial Base security organization, operations, and management practices.
• 4. Ability in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program for the Delta Commander.
• 5. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

Requirements:

• 1. Must be a U.S Citizen.
• 2. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / SCI security clearance.
• 3. Safeguards classified or sensitive budget-related information and/or files.
• 4. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• 5. Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
• 6. This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
• 7. Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
• 8. PCS is not authorized.
• 9. Incentive is not authorized.
• 10. This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• 11. Security Certification Coding: SFPC: Security Fundamentals Professional Certification required within 2 years of EOD.
• 12. Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): 15 days a year.