Security Specialist

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Office of Environment, Health, Safety, and Security, Department of Energy.

As a Security Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the Department of Energy's research, analysis, and timely production of business and security-related Entity Vulnerability Assessments (EVAs) evaluating a company's risk indicators and assessing the resultant vulnerabilities' impact of a company.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Leading or managing complex security programs or projects.

Advising senior leaders on risk assessment and vulnerability assessments. Managing the development and application of security policies and procedures. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages.

If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience.

Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must (1) meet all of the requirements as described in this section; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:

The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.

The mission of the Office of Environment, Health, Safety, and Security is to be responsible for health, safety, environment, and security; providing corporate-level leadership and strategic vision to coordinate and integrate these vital programs.

EHSS is responsible for policy development and technical assistance; safety analysis; and corporate safety and security programs.

EHSS advises DOE Senior Leadership on all matters related to environment, health, safety and security across the complex.

We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S.

We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans.

As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement.

Veterans shape the future of energy As a Security Specialist, you will: Provide expert guidance on safeguards and security policies and best practices to leadership.

Advise government agencies on interpreting, applying, and improving safeguards and security security programs, and share successful Department of Energy (DOE) practices.

Develop DOE security policies covering assessments, plans, training, and incident reporting.

Advise DOE/NNSA senior management on technical and Congressional matters related to safeguards and security programs.

Determine necessary training for classified information safeguards (per policy), then inspects facilities.