SECURITY SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

About the role

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.

What you will do

• 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

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.
• An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
• This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.

Education

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

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Attention to Detail Decision Making Information Security Security

Documents you must provide

• Your resume that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position.
• Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number.
• It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
• Other supporting documents (as applicable): Certifications DD-214 SF-50 Official Transcript Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire.
• You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.).
• If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation.
• Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.
• Documentation is required to award preference.
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• Documents that support Veterans' Preference: DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) SF-15 Priority Placement Program (PPP): When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible participants should claim preference in the questionnaire.
• You must provide all the required documents in accordance with the PPP placement type you are claiming.
• To claim PPP, you cannot have obtained permanent Federal employment, nor accepted or declined another PPP job offer.
• Please review the Priority Placement Program handbook for further information: *** Documents to support Priority Placement Program (PPP): Military reserve and national guard technician PPP self-certification checklist *** Retained grade PPP self-certification checklist *** Military reserve and national guard technician disability PPP self-certification checklist *** MSP PPP Self-Certification Checklist *** If claiming eligibility under the VOW Act: The VOW Act requires Federal agencies to treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD214.
• In order to be considered under the VOW Act, the certification must specify that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application package for this job announcement.
• The certification must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, character of service, military rank, type of discharge, and date when terminal leave will begin.
• Certifications must be signed by, or by direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders or higher headquarters.
• Agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD214 or other appropriate documentation.
• Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment.
• Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (***).

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