Physical Security Specialist

This position is in the Office of the Secretary (OST), Office of Security, Physical and Technical Security Division (M-40). The Office of Security and other federal directives and guidance; develop local security policy and associated implementing instructions; provide authoritative security interpretations and guidance to management officials and Security Specialists; and resolve issues involving security requirements and enforcement.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the selective factor AND specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include:

• Experience interpreting, developing, and implementing security policy based on a risk approach and proposing solutions that monitor, evaluate and enable resolution to safeguard the workforce, reduce property loss, and support mission continuity.
• Experience developing relationships with external stakeholders, such as law enforcement, government agencies, and industry partners, to enhance information sharing and support during emergencies.
• Experience managing, directing, or coordinating Physical Security processes to protect government or contractor personnel, installations, facilities, information, operations, and related assets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Security - Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and guidelines related to securing personnel, facilities, and information, including the requirements for handling, transporting, and protecting classified information and proper reporting of security incidents.
2. Planning and Evaluating - Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
3. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
4. Contracting/Procurement - Knowledge of various types of contracts, techniques, or requirements (for example, Federal Acquisitions Regulations) for contracting or procurement, and contract negotiation and administration.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.