SECURITY SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

Army National Guard Units; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army National Guard Units in Springfield, IL seeks a Security Specialist (TITLE 5), GS-0080-7/9, to implement policies for SCI programs and protect SCI resources. You will function as an SSR under the SSO and manage SCI protections across SCIFs and related facilities.

Applicants must hold a Top Secret clearance and provide official transcripts to meet GS-07 requirements. This government role requires strong coordination, policy interpretation, and cross-unit support, with a focus on mission

Qualifications

• Must provide OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS to meet the education experience for the GS-07 Level described in Qualifications.
• Top Secret security clearance required for the position.
• Experience with SCI security programs and SCIF operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Special Security Representative (SSR) in support of the Special Security Officer (SSO).
• Implement policies to manage SCI programs and protect SCI resources.
• Maintain currency on security regulations and ensure SCIF compliance.
• Track SCI clearances and provide SSO services across units in the geographic area.
• Develop reports and implement corrective actions to improve security operations.

Skills

Special Security

SCIF operations

Top Secret clearance

Education

Official transcripts required

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SECURITY SPECIALIST (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5514000 and is part of the IL DCSOPS, National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

As a SECURITY SPECIALIST (TITLE 5), GS-0080-7/9, you will serve as a Special Security Representative (SSR) in support of the Special Security Officer (SSO). Implement policies and procedures required to manage sensitive compartmented information (SCI) programs and to protect SCI resources. Function as a technical specialist on all sensitive compartmented information (SCI) security matters as well as other areas of classified security and classification guidance.

Maintain currency on a variety of different security program interrelationships, requirements, regulations, and guidance in order to protect Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and materials from espionage, sabotage, and destruction. Implement policies and procedures for accomplishment of sensitive compartmented information (SCI) protection and security.

Research, interpret, analyze, and apply a wide variety of manuals, instructions, and local operating instructions with regards to assigned security responsibilities. Control all collateral and sensitive compartmented information (SCI) classified information and material within Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) affecting an organization's mission.

Ensure Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) comply with all applicable construction and physical requirements, standards, and regulations as delineated by higher headquarters. Implement a sensitive compartmented information (SCI) security clearance program for all assigned personnel, ensuring all required clearances are up-to-date and completed.

Track and administer sensitive compartmented information (SCI) clearances for all in-processing personnel to ensure mission readiness. Terminate or transfer sensitive compartmented information (SCI) clearance for out-processing personnel. Provide Special Security Officer (SSO) services for other units located within the same geographic area. Meet key customers to assess customer satisfaction and resolve problems that arise.

Ensure that subordinates provide customer guidance and training. Provide oversight of Special Security Officer (SSO) security self-inspections and present detailed and comprehensive reports with corrective action taken to the unit intelligence commander. Follow up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assess and revise policies and procedures to improve their quality, timeliness, and efficiency.

Provide detailed research and analysis on physical, information, computer, and personnel security. Perform day-to-day operational duties within the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) in support of all sensitive compartmented information (SCI) associated security programs and measures. Comprehensive working knowledge of intelligence support operations, procedures, and practices. **This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties.**

Requirements & Education

Must provide OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS to meet the education experience for the GS-07 Level described in Qualifications.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $50460 – $80243/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-11-10.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Nguard' hiring path.