The position is telework eligible consistent with the Agency’s telework and remote work program policy.This position is located in the Department of Education (ED), Office of Finance and Operations (OFO), Office of Security, Facilities and Logistics (OFSL). The incumbent serves as part of the Department of Education Continuity and Disaster Preparedness Program Team. 

Duties

APPLICATION LIMIT: This vacancy announcement is limited to the first 50 applications received and will close at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the day that we receive the 50th application, or at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the listed closing date, whichever occurs first.  We encourage you to read this entire vacancy announcement prior to submitting your application.As a Security Specialist, GS-0080-12, you will be responsible for:

Requirements

• Relocation will not be paid.
• You may be subject to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Males 18 and over must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must complete a Background Investigation and Fingerprint check.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Requirements You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-12, if you possess the specialize experience.Specialized Experience for the GS-12 One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-11 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments: 1. Experience in assisting with security programs, principles, procedures or practices in accordance with agency security policies. 2. Experience interpreting Laws and Executive Orders governing the National Operations Security (OPSEC) Program.3. Experience in monitoring and evaluating Operations Security (OPSEC) programs for effectiveness and compliance with security policies and procedures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs, as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement).1. Knowledge of operations, information, industrial, and personnel security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement broad scope of security programs.2. Knowledge of all security disciplines to include Physical, Personnel, Information, Industrial, Information Assurance, and Operations Security in order to establish/implement the Operations Security OPSEC training and awareness strategy; develop policies, plans and procedures; and prepare technical reports and briefings.3. Ability to develop, analyze, evaluate, and administer high level security programs to meet mission requirements and to improve the security programs for the Department.4. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately. Ability to make decisions and recommendations for agency-wide operations security policies and programs. You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-13, if you possess the specialize experience. Specialized Experience for the GS-13 One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-12 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments: 1. Experience in reviewing, analyzing, or resolving security issues in accordance with National Operational Security (OPSEC) program policies.  2. Experience with Laws and Executive Orders governing the National Operations Security (OPSEC) Program in accordance with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI).  3. Experience in identifying deficiencies, underlying problems, or developing recommendations for improvements.   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs, as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement).1. Knowledge of all security disciplines to include Physical, Personnel, Information, Industrial, Information Assurance, and Operations Security in order to establish/implement the Operations Security (OPSEC) training and awareness strategy; develop policies, plans and procedures; and prepare technical reports and briefings.2. Knowledge of operations, information, industrial, and personnel security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement broad scope of security programs.3. Skill in developing, analyzing, evaluating, and administering high level security programs to meet mission requirements and to improve the security programs for the Department.4. Knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist senior leaders and directors in establishing and operating a broad scope of security programs.5. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately. Ability to make decisions and recommendations for agency-wide operations security policies and programs.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience for this position and grade level.

Contacts

• Address EDUCATION-OFFICE OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, District of Columbia 20202 United States
• Name: DeMarco L. Wharton
• Phone: 202-987-0012
• Email: [email protected]