About the Position: DEVCOM ARL is the Army's research laboratory strategically placed under the Army Futures Command (AFC), DEVCOM. DEVCOM ARL is the Army's sole fundamental research laboratory focused on cutting-edge scientific discovery, technological innovation, and transition of knowledge products that offer incredible potential to improve the Army's chances of surviving and winning any future conflicts. This DJ-0080-03 Security Specialist position specializes in Technology Protection.

Duties

Serves as the Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory (ARL) Technology Protection Officer (TPO)  for Adelphi Laboratory Center (ALC) and satellite locations. Responsible for implementing Army and AFC technology protection policy and guidance. Works directly with researchers, scientists and engineers to assist with proper identification of Critical Program Information (CPI) and Critical Technology Information (CTI). Assists with developing Science and Technology Program Protection Plans (STPP), Program Protection Plan (PPP) and Disclosure Guidance Plans (DGP). Executes risk assessments and support for collaborations and awards. Reviews and approve Research and Technology Information for public release and/or the appropriate protection mechanism. Responsible for technology protection program management and execution supporting ALC, ARL-South and ARL-Central. Conduct Risk assessments in support of the Army Research Risk Assessment Program. Assist with identification of Critical Technology Information/Critical Program Information. Perform Science and Technology Program Protection Review and Fundamental Research Review. Assist with Assessing research and technology. Provide Technology Protection training and awareness to the workforce. Review legal instruments for research collaboration.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Position requires Top Secret Clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
• Drug Testing is required prior to employment and randomly thereafter.
• Occasional travel may be required up to 5% of the time.
• Extended three-year probationary period may be required for Laboratory Demonstration Project selectees.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the Specialized Experience OR Substitution of Education requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience with the following: 1) Knowledge of, and skill in applying, technology protection regulations, policies, and procedures 2) Experience Initiating and/or implementing policies and procedures for Technology Protection Programs 3) Experience with Controlled Technical Information (CTI) and Critical Program Information (CPI) This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (DJ-02 pay band / GS-09 equivalent or higher). OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Program ManagementResearch and Technology Protection (RTP)Technical Competence Time in Grade Requirement applies if you have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks. Must have completed at least 1 year- in a GS-09 grade level (or equivalent) position.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address FN-W262AA US ARMY COMBAT CAPABILITIES DEV CMD DO NOT MAIL Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk