The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.

Duties

This position is located in the System Operations Section (SOS), Physical Security Division (PSD), Security Services Bureau (SSB), Office of the Assistant Chief of Police for Protective and Intelligence Operations, United States Capitol Police (USCP). Maintains and monitors the software programs for the complex alarm, access control and camera systems that are an integral part of computer-based electronic security systems used to supplement security, access to, and protection of Members of Congress, their staff, and visitors to the Capitol Complex. Develops and evaluates the security system infrastructure, and ensures that software programs governing the input and maintenance of databases for the protective security systems are current and effective. Reviews security designs, modifies software programs based on manufacturers' specifications, and implements systems enhancements.  Analyzes and resolves operating problems involving software issues as reported by users.  Considers and applies approved alternatives pertinent to the security requirements for highly specific situations, including such security areas as availability of materials, relationships with other protective programs, and cost/benefit considerations.

Requirements

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.For the CP-08/GS-10 level: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-07/GS-09 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as 1) monitoring the use of networks; 2) adjusting configurations, designing, and implementing logical system enhancements; 3) planning and coordinating the maintenance, upgrade, and support of servers; and 4) monitoring the performance of all types of electronic and physical security systems to ensure optimum performance. All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.(Information on Qualification & Education are located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)

Education

There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.

Contacts

• Address OCAO-Office of Human Resources 119 D Street NE 119 D Street NE Washington, DC 20510
• Email: [email protected]