Personnel Security Specialist

Summary

The Division of Administration (DA) directs the innovative internal management of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's business, human resources, financial, technological, security, and strategic operational resources. The Division's role is to effectively and efficiently ensure the fulfillment of the Commission's mission through continued success in continuity of operations. This position is located within the Security and Emergency Management Section, Business Operations Branch, in DA.

Duties

Serves as an administrator and Enrollment Official for the agency's Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 (HSPD-12) Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential program. Performs identity proofing, enrollment, activation, issuance, renewal, replacement, suspension, and revocation of agency PIV credentials in accordance with HSPD-12 requirements, Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 201, and agency procedures. Utilizes the General Services Administration (GSA) USAccess credential management system to support sponsorship, enrollment, identity verification, card issuance, status monitoring, credential lifecycle management, and other PIV-related activities. Reviews and validates applicant and employee information entered into USAccess and associated personnel security systems to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal credentialing standards. Provides guidance and assistance to employees, contractors, interns, and supervisors concerning credentialing requirements, enrollment procedures, card activation, PIN resets, certificate updates, credential renewal requirements, and replacement procedures. Operates electronic fingerprint capture equipment, associated software, and biometric enrollment technology in accordance with federal standards and agency procedures. •Schedules and conducts fingerprint collection appointments and ensures the proper handling and protection of personally identifiable information (PII). Prepares reports, correspondence, security documentation, and briefing materials related to personnel security operations. Requirements

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency (knowledge, skills and abilities) in the following areas: Customer Service-Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement. Oral Communication-Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed. Teamwork-Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals. Personnel Security-Knowledge of methods and controls of personnel, and security operations; investigation and inspection techniques; or rules, regulations. Qualifications

CT-09 Level: To qualify for the CT-09 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS/CT-07 level). Specialized experience is defined that through which one has gained experience which demonstrates your ability to perform day-to-day operational duties in support of sensitive compartmented information-associated security programs. Experience with agency's Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 (HSPD-12) Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential program. Experience with performing and identifying proofing, enrollment, activation, issuance, renewal, replacement, suspension, and revocation of agency PIV credentials in accordance with HSPD-12 requirements, Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 201, and agency procedures. Knowledge of security principles, concepts and methodologies to evaluate state security procedures; knowledge of security procedures to perform inspections and risk vulnerability assessment analysis; Review and validate applicant and employee information entered into USAccess and associated personnel security systems to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal credentialing standards. Provides guidance and assistance to employees, contractors, interns, and supervisors concerning credentialing requirements, enrollment procedures, card activation, PIN resets, certificate updates, credential renewal requirements, and replacement procedures. Experience with operating an electronic fingerprint capture equipment, associated software, and biometric enrollment technology in accordance with federal standards and agency procedures Skill in Performing quality control reviews of fingerprint submissions to ensure images meet established federal standards before transmission to investigative service providers. For GS09: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Education

For GS09: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher- level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position. If you are selected for a vacancy that requires a specific degree and/or coursework you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment. Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for the GS09 grade. Please refer to the OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards for the specific Education/Experience requirements for this position. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criterion, see www.ed.gov. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that 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 How You Will Be Evaluated

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment 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. This recruitment will utilize the following assessment tools: Structured Evaluative Review Your application will be evaluated through an SME Evaluative Review. Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will independently review your resume to assess how well your experience demonstrates the required competencies for this position listed in the "Requirements" section of this announcement. SMEs will assign scores based on the strength, relevance, and clarity of the information provided in your resume. These individual evaluations will then be combined to determine your final score or rating category. Quality Category Definitions: • Best Qualified – Applicants who substantially exceed the minimum qualifications and demonstrate exceptional proficiency across the core competencies. • Well Qualified – Applicants who clearly exceed the minimum qualifications and demonstrate strong competency across most areas. • Qualified – Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. You may preview questions for this vacancy. Other Information

This position is not in the Bargaining Unit. Relocation: Relocation expenses will not be paid. Security Clearance: Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (T/S SCI) Probationary/Trial Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary or a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct; The needs and interests of the agency; Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Time-in-Grade: You must meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement, if applicable. More than the number of positions listed may be filled through this vacancy announcement. The overall salary range is provided for informational purposes as it represents the full range that is applicable to current employees in this occupation/grade. A new hire's direct and overall experience are critical factors in determining a salary offer, therefore, it is important that your resume fully reflects all of your work experience. Note that the upper end of each range is typically applicable only to candidates with significant years of work experience and qualifications Please review the CFTC Compensation Program website for additional information. The law prohibits public officials from appointing, promoting, or recommending their relatives. The law prohibits requesting, making, transmitting, accepting, or considering political recommendations for employment or other personnel actions for non-political positions. This includes recommendations from Members of Congress, Congressional employees, elected state or local officials, and political party officials and any recommendation based on party affiliation.