SECURITY SPECIALIST

Security Specialist

Help protect controlled cryptographic item (CCI) equipment and cryptographic materials used in military and testing operations and the loss of information or materials that could pose a direct threat to national security.

Provide administrative support of the physical security of over 500-line items of U.S. and allied classified communications material and equipment for NAWCWD NEW COMSEC account.

Perform the duties as the COMSEC Manager in the development, formulation, installation and management of policy in all matters (technical and administrative) regarding COMSEC and its support of LE and visiting units.

Perform spot checks and training assist visits on LE commands to ensure proper handling and safeguarding procedures for COMSEC material are being observed.

Be responsible for providing COMSEC user training for all military, DOD civilian personnel and contractors assigned to NAWCWD NEW COMSEC account.

Must be a US Citizen.

Must be determined suitable for federal employment.

Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.

New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

Generally, current federal employees applying for STRL jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower band level.

Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.

You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and / or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.

MSP / PPP applicants must currently hold the required security clearance.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required.

This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09 / 10) or pay band (DA-03) in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector in order to perform the duties of a Security Specialist.

Specialized experiences must include duties related to the following : (1) Leading security teams through complex multi-discipline security scenarios, mentoring and developing team members into proficient security specialists; (2) Interpreting and applying security concepts, principles and practices to review, analyze and resolve difficult and complex security problems; (3) Coordinating and administering sensitive projects, testing, and security operations within prescribed objectives and timelines; and (4) Operating Automated Information Systems (AIS) security equipment, programs, alarm systems, entry control systems and intrusion detection systems.

In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience : Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR Successful completion of 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR Possession of an LL.M., if related.