SECURITY ASSISTANT- DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information. The primary purpose of this position is to monitor and implement established Security Management and Personnel Security Programs. To provide oversight of all Personnel Security Programs for the Commander of the 96th Communications Squadron for all assigned military, civilian, and contractor personnel.

Duties

Resolves a wide variety of complex security clearance problems that require choosing alternative responses through coordination with Wing Security Managers, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Adjudication and Vetting Services (AVS), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), higher headquarters, etc. Reviews, establishes, and maintains Incident Reporting. Assists in the overall management of the Information Security Program. Assists in the administration of the Security Education and Training Program for information, personnel, and industrial security programs. Performs administrative office support functions and maintains cooperative working relationships with supervisors and commanders. Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NK-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-07 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes independently resolving complex personnel security clearance issues by coordinating with Wing Security Managers, DCSA Adjudication and Vetting Services, OPM, and higher headquarters. It also includes maintaining NBIS and DISS records; advising unit personnel on clearance requirements; preparing and submitting initial and periodic security investigations; reviewing documentation for completeness and accuracy; and conducting local records checks to ensure personnel security data is current and correct. IDEAL CANDIDATE: Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in security principles. We are seeking an individual who not only meets the core requirements but also brings the following desired qualifications: Desired Experience & Skills: At least 2 years of experience in the following: Utilizing security database systems such as the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) for processing personnel security actions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of common and specialized security methods, rules, regulations, and principles to provide technical work and assist personnel in security administration and perform a wide variety of interrelated or nonstandard security assignments and resolve problems. Knowledge of procedures, forms, and information and confidentiality requirements related to sensitive personal information to request security investigations and submit to the appropriate government agency. Knowledge of what constitutes derogatory information, the supporting data required to complete adjudication determinations, and understanding of clearance adjudication processes and the information/criteria required. Knowledge of one or more automated databases associated with a specific security function to recognize, locate, and insert data/information. Support office and security operations and produce a variety of documents and reports. Ability to plan and organize work, follow instructions, accomplish multiple ongoing projects and ability to locate, assemble, and compose information for reports, inquiries, and limited technical correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, using a high degree of tact and diplomacy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Other Information

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection. This job announcement may close at any time - apply now! This is an acquisition demonstration project position NK-03 equivalent to a GS-08 to GS-10. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.