SECURITY SPECIALIST (NUCLEAR)
U.S. Pacific Fleet
Posted: March 6, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Bureau of Naval Personnel
Department of the Navy
Location
Salary
$133,060 - $172,980
per year
Type
Closes
Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This role involves leading security efforts at a naval command, focusing on protecting classified information by advising leaders, managing personnel clearances, and ensuring secure handling of sensitive data and visits.
It's ideal for someone with experience in government or military security who enjoys training teams and developing safety protocols.
The position requires strong leadership to oversee subordinates while staying updated on security policies.
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer.
Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.
Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 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) Developing and administering the command's Personnel Security Program (PSP).
2) Acting as advisor and direct representative in matters regarding the eligibility of personnel to access classified information and assignment to sensitive duties.
3) Advising and training on information, physical, and communication security programs and policies.
4) Delegating and managing the workload of subordinates in the execution of the security officer mission. 5) Providing advice to senior leaders on security-related matters.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards 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. Major Duties:
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