This position is located in the Department of Justice (JMD), National Security Division (NSD), Executive Office (EO), located in Washington, D.C. The mission of the National Security Division (NSD) is to coordinate the Department's efforts in carrying out its core mission of combating terrorism and protecting national security.

Duties

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Lead Security Specialist and is assigned responsibilities for administrative support services to federal employees assigned to the Division as well as all contractors in security. The incumbent also serves as the Division's Alternate Security Programs Manager (SPM). As the Alternate SPM, in accordance with DOJ Order 1701, Security Programs and Responsibilities, the incumbent assists the Division's SPM in sharing responsibilities for management and coordination of the following security programs: personnel security, document security, physical security, continuity and occupant emergency planning, and communications security (COMSEC). As a Lead Security Specialist, at full performance level, you will perform duties such as but not limited to: Recommending and implement policies for security program Monitoring and reporting on progress in security process Overseeing the workload of team members Setting job tasks and security goals

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
• You may be required to complete a one-year probationary or two-year trial period.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• Additional selections may be made from this announcement, at any time, if openings occur in other offices serviced by Justice Management Division, HR Operations.

Qualifications

To qualify for the position of Lead Security Specialist at (GS-0080-14), you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below AND possess the required specialized experience specific to this series and grade you're applying to. If you are a current or former government employee on a permanent appointment in the competitive service, you will need to demonstrate 1-year (52-weeks) at the next lower grade level, to meet the time-in-grade requirements for this occupational series and grade. Additionally, please ensure to submit an applicable SF50 (please refer to the "required documents" section for additional information). Minimum Qualification: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector assisting with requests in investigations or monitoring and reporting on the progress of cases in the security process. You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including Time-in-Grade, by the closing date of this announcement, 08/22/2024. Your resume must support your responses to the online questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume. ***Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.***

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Security Division 2 Constitution Square 145 N Street NE Room 9W.300 Washington, DC 20530 US
• Name: Weston Sperbeck
• Email: [email protected]