Security Officer

This is a GG-14 (GS-14 equivalent) Senior Security Specialist position focused on national security programs within classified environments.

• *Responsibilities:**
• Apply mastery-level knowledge of information, industrial, physical, and personnel security to complex assignments.
• Maintain in-depth understanding of the Personnel Recovery (PR) mission area.
• Develop and implement innovative security approaches and procedures for varied projects with multiple classification requirements.
• Plan and execute comprehensive security programs, including USAF research and technology protection.
• Manage and guide subordinate security managers in establishing and operating internal security programs.
• Coordinate objectives across specialized security programs to promote information sharing.
• Develop, analyze, and evaluate security programs to meet classified mission requirements.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with high-ranking officials, both orally and in writing.
• Plan, organize, and direct functions for large, geographically diverse organizations.
• *Required Qualifications:**
• **Experience:** At least six years of senior/master-level security experience, including extensive application in multiple classified environments. Must demonstrate mastery-level knowledge of security concepts and the PR mission area.
• **Knowledge & Skills:**

* Expertise in National-level security programs (information, industrial, personnel) and USAF technology protection. * Advanced knowledge of security training concepts and program management. * Proficiency in developing and evaluating security programs. * Strong written and oral communication skills for senior leadership. * Proven leadership and organizational skills in complex settings.

• *Additional Requirements:**
• **Security Clearance:** Must be eligible for a Special-Sensitive designation, including access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP). A non-disclosure agreement is required.
• **Drug Testing:** This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP); initial and periodic drug testing is mandatory.
• **Certifications:** Department of Defense (DoD) Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) and Security Program Integration Professional Certification required within two years of hire.