Security Specialist

Summary You will serve as a Security Specialist (INFOSEC) in the Command Operations Group, Security Department of FLEET READINESS CENTER SOUTHWEST. Duties You will be responsible for the proper handling and safeguarding of all EKMS (Electronic Key Management System) hardware and software. You will serve as the Unix System Administrator for the EKMS platform. You will create, modify and delete System Administrator and Key Processor Accounts. You will perform diagnostics, required database backups and UNIX system backups. You will maintain the Common Account Data (CAD), account registration and credentials. You will oversee the implementation of and compliance with Over-the-air Re-key (OTA) and Over-the-air Transfer (ORT) procedures. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the records maintained for the Command's COMSEC account. You will be responsible for recording and disposition of individual classified documents, electronic and physical keying material, and equipment. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing. Must obtain and maintain all required certification and/or license as a condition of employment. Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Broad knowledge and ability to administer the Navy's Electronic Key Management System; 2) Knowledge of the Navy's COMSEC Material System, the organization and its function; 3) Knowledge of communication systems, circuitry, and appropriate usage of COMSEC materials within these systems; 4) Knowledge of current Information Security Program regulations, policies and guidance established by DOD and DON affecting the management and access to classified information and material; 5) Expertise in the area of physical, automation, and communications security (COMSEC); 6) Knowledge of various technical security programs to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses within the FRCSW COMSEC program; 7) Coordinates with managers and specialists to ensure proper implementation of new or established programs; 8) Develop guidance for applying security policy, procedures, techniques, and methods to a variety of security related matters; 9) Familiar with the distribution and management of COMSEC material and/or the handling of classified and sensitive DON or DOD information; 10) Knowledge of computerized systems and software applications, e.g., WINDOWS, UNIX, and SIPRNET (classified network); 11) Ability to work with office equipment e.g., fax, printers, copiers, shredders, telephone (secure/unclassed), etc.,; 12) Must possess the training and knowledge of Data Transfer Device (DTD) operations as this factor plays a major role in delivering keying material to the Command's Local User's; 13) Loads electronic key from the Local Communications Security (COMSEC) Management System (LCMS) to fill devices for end user requirements; 14) Provides guidance and communicate effectively orally and in writing (formal investigative reports, memorandums, messages, letters etc.), with military and civilians of all ranks and grades; 15) Must have computer capabilities, operating word processing and of the similarities, differences and integration of different software types, including classified characteristics and advanced functions of a variety of types of office automation software, e.g., database, spreadsheet, messages utilizing various types of software programs to develop necessary reports; 16) Research and analyze data and to recognize, define and point out to the Security Officer area in accomplishing security objectives. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education in lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: GS-11
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
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3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
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LL.M., if related A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: MIL SPOUSE STATEMENT - Military Spouse Preference applicants will receive priority consideration at the Full Performance Level (FPL) and if determined to be Best Qualified at the FPL, and selected, must be placed at the FPL. A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. PPP APPLICANTS - PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Benefits 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. Review our 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Accountability
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