Security Officer

This is a full-performance GG-15 level position (equivalent to GS-15) for a highly experienced security professional. The selectee will play a critical role in managing and developing security programs for sensitive intelligence and defense initiatives.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• **Lead Security Programs:** Plan and implement comprehensive security programs covering SAP (Special Access Program) information, industrial, and personnel security, including USAF research and technology protection.
• **Policy & Strategy Development:** Function as a technical authority, developing innovative solutions to complex security problems and resolving major conflicts in policy and program objectives.
• **Program Management:** Apply comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community program management policies.
• **Security Training & Oversight:** Oversee and coordinate all security training, assisting managers in establishing and operating internal security programs.
• **Evaluation & Analysis:** Expertly develop, analyze, and evaluate security programs to meet classified mission requirements.
• **Stakeholder Engagement:** Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with high-ranking officials, coworkers, and subordinates, contributing to a cooperative environment.
• **Communication:** Clearly, concisely, and accurately communicate complex information, both orally and in writing, to senior leadership.
• *Required Qualifications:**
• **Specialized Experience:** Demonstrated mastery in a major area of security specialization, including security administration policy and programs.
• **Advanced Security Knowledge:** Expert knowledge of SAP information, industrial, and personnel security policies, concepts, principles, and practices.
• **Program Management Expertise:** Comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community program management policies and objectives.
• **Problem Solving:** Proven ability to apply theories and develop solutions to security problems not susceptible to standard methods, including resolving major policy conflicts.
• **Leadership:** Experience leading or participating as a technical expert in interagency study groups and planning new, far-reaching security programs.
• **Personnel Management:** Skill in performing a full range of personnel management responsibilities, including technical oversight and advisory functions.
• **Communication Skills:** Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• *Additional Requirements:**
• **Special Sensitive Position:** Requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP). A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• **Drug Testing:** This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• **Certifications:** Must obtain DoD Security Fundamentals Professional, Security Asset Protection Professional, and Special Program Security certifications within two years of hire/assignment.
• **Key Position:** This is a critical role that cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization.
• **Experience Credit:** Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid, part-time, military, private sector, and volunteer experience.