Security Specialist (COMSEC)
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Arlington, TX - USA
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Job Summary
The position is located on the Security Services Division (SSD) Security Administration Branch Communications Security (COMSEC) Team.
Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following:
- Serves as a liaison between PFPA and the National Security Agency (NSA) to account for and control COMSEC material via the Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) and Key Management Infrastructure (KMI).
- Provides guidance on hiding messages and message characteristics flowing on a network (Traffic-Flow Security).
- Maintains written procedures to ensure strict control of COMSEC material to include standard operating procedures HRHs instructional guidance COMSEC briefings/training emergency action plans and equipment procedures to strengthen current operations awareness.
- Serve as a Communication Security (COMSEC) Manager overseeing the installation testing operation troubleshooting and maintenance of PKI and encryption systems.
- Apply networking concepts and security methodologies to support secure system integration implementation planning and lifecycle management of classified materials and encrypted assets.
- Install configure troubleshoot and maintain customer hardware and network devices ensuring confidentiality integrity and availability in line with information assurance policies.
- Develop and update customer support and security policies procedures and standards as well as maintain tracking and resolution databases for incident management.
- Deliver training to personnel in proper COMSEC procedures and use of related equipment and promote organization-wide security awareness ensuring user compliance with established cybersecurity policies and standards.
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Males born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment
- Required to participate in the direct deposit program
- This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
- Selections from this notice are subject to provisions of the DOD Priority Placement Program for displaced employees.
- The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority.
- The employee assigned to this position is designated as a MISSION ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE.
- DoD Security Fundamentals Professional Certification conferral is required within 2 years of the established employee enter-on- duty date or initial assignment date to this position.
- The employee must have the KMI course certificate within 6 months from the date of appointment to the COMSEC Account.
- The employee must have the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I training requirements as specified in the KMI 5110 DOCand DoDD 8570.1M to perform their roles assigned in the KMI system.
- This position is eligible for telework. The employee must meet all eligibility requirements prior to teleworking includingcompletion of required telework training submission of all required paperwork and obtaining appropriate approvals.
- The employee must complete the Standardized COMSEC Custodian course within 6 months from the date of appointment to the COMSEC Account.
You may qualify at the GS-12 level if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 requiring application of the knowledge skills and abilities of the position being filled. Applicants for this position must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they possess specialized experience in 1) complying with physical security Communications Security (COMSEC) record keeping and proper handling and storage of classified keying material policy and procedures; 2) using COMSEC incident policy and procedures when conducting and reporting physical cryptographic and personnel investigations; 3) operating the Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) and/or Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) and possess expert operational knowledge of the electronic key distribution concepts.
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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.
Your resume may not exceed two (2) pages. For qualifications determinations it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the duration of your creditable experience for qualification requirements you will be removed from consideration.
Read more about what should I include in my federal resume at DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: Federal agencies treat active duty service member as veterans disabled veterans and preference eligible when they submit as part of their application package a certification of active service in lieu of a DD-214 indicating the service member is otherwise eligible and will be discharged or released within 120 days from the date of submission.. A certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. This certification must include your rank dates of active duty service type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable) and date any terminal leave will begin. It must be signed by or by direction of the adjutant personnel officer or commander of your unit or higher headquarters. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid certification of service with their initial application will be found not eligible. Members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if they are on terminal leave.
DOD PPP candidates using Application-Based Procedures:
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD-3145-4) dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference.
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD-3145-3) to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference.
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD-3145-2) to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference.
Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD-3145-1) to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference.
All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.
Education cannot be substituted for experience.
Probationary Periods: As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public 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 period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position after notification of the adjudication of your request you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.
Reemployed Annuitants: Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. / or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110 an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
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