Security Specialist

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an advanced trainee to receive formal and on-the-job training in the Security Administration Career Field and to complete developmental assignments and training outlined in the formal training and development plan. The recognized full performance ("target") grade for this position is GS-0080-11.

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Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an advanced trainee to receive formal and on-the-job training in the Security Administration Career Field and to complete developmental assignments and training outlined in the formal training and development plan. The recognized full performance ("target") grade for this position is GS-0080-11.

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Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

10/01/2025 to 09/30/2026

Salary $49,960 - $115,113 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7

Locations

Few vacancies in the following locations:

Beale AFB, CA

Edwards AFB, CA

Los Angeles County, CA

Peterson AFB, CO

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Schriever AFB, CO

Eglin AFB, FL

Patrick AFB, FL

Tyndall AFB, FL

Barksdale AFB, LA

Hanscom AFB, MA

Andrews AFB, MD

Kirtland AFB, NM

Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

Tinker AFB, OK

Dyess AFB, TX

Fort Sam Houston, TX

Lackland AFB, TX

Randolph AFB, TX

Hill AFB, UT

Langley AFB, VA

Pentagon, Arlington, VA

Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent - Internships Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive

Promotion potential

11

Job family (Series)

• 0080 Security Administration

Supervisory status No Security clearance Top Secret Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Trust determination process

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No

Announcement number 8-26-DHA-0080-SECURITY-PJK Control number 851804200

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Recent graduates

Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.

Clarification from the agency

This is an Administrative Careers With America (ACWA) announcement used to fill one or more vacancies at the grades GS-05 and GS-07 only. This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection.

Duties

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• Provides assistance on staff assistance visits and staff surveys for serviced activities. Participates in conducting industrial security visits for on-site visitor groups. Schedules and assists with conducting recurring surveys for the establishment and maintenance of controlled areas.
• Administers elements of the security education program. Researches and develops educational materials to assist users in implementing security counter measures.- Assists with maintenance and processing of Security Information Files. Provides assistance and guidance on security clearance eligibility.
• Assists, conducts, and monitors conferences, seminars, symposia, exhibits, or other gatherings where classified material will be discussed. Provides assistance with technical security guidance pertaining to the construction of classified storage vaults, secure, rooms, and classified conference rooms.
• Assists with maintenance and processing of Security Information Files.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A security clearance may be required
• PCS expenses, if authorized, will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Student Loan Repayment may be authorized
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0
• You will be required to serve a one-year probationary period
• Total salary varies depending on location of position

Qualifications

Air Force Qualification Standards

To qualify for a GS-07: Completion of 1 full year of graduate level education, or bachelor's degree with Superior academic Achievement as provided in the "General Policies and Instructions" for Qualifications Standards Operating Manual, or 5 academic years of pre-professional study, or 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-5.

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 Department of War (DoW) and Air Force directives relative to security administration.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and methods of the Information, Personnel and Industrial security programs.
• Knowledge and understanding of programs concerned with classifying and declassifying defense information.
• Ability to recognize employee security awareness needs and implement program to acquaint them with their security responsibilities.
• Ability to conduct periodic security surveys and inspections of contractor facilities to ensure compliance with security requirements and to advise management of deficiencies and corrective actions needed to meet security requirements.
• Ability to deal effectively with personnel in presenting the policies, procedures, and methods connected with the Air Force security mission.

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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying

YOUR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT COVERS:

• Participant Agreement .
• Orientation program.
• Mentorship throughout the Program.
• Individual Training & Development Plan to assist with career planning, professional development, and training activities .
• At least 40 hours of formal, interactive training each year of the Program Opportunity for career advancement.

Additional information

For Direct Hire (DHA) Positions:

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location/ installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application.

This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection.

This Public Notice may be used to fill positions in other equivalent pay systems (i.e., NH, NJ, NK).

See "Additional Information" in this announcement for further information regarding DHA Positions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on