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Security Programs Manager

Security and Law Enforcement Operations Division 

Salary: $108,762 - $122,345

This is a supervisory position. 

The incumbent manages the execution of Member security programs, to include: Residential Security, Personal Security, Cyber Security, Mobile Duress, and other programs. The incumbent provides supervision and support to the Security Program team in carrying out tasks including program submission review and processing, invoicing, auditing, record-keeping, contract oversight, vendor management, and budget administration. 

Duties:

(May include a variety of these duties, but are not limited to the following) 

• Manages processes ensuring routine Member security program submissions are verified for completeness, adheres with established parameters, and includes appropriate supporting documentation.
• Manages the Security Program team daily workflow and prioritizes program administration tasks to meet deadlines and maintain processing accuracy.
• Works with subject matter experts and SLEO personnel to support development of security program parameters.
• Maintains secure, well-organized program files and trackers; ensures proper labeling, retention, and controlled distribution of sensitive records.
• Reconciles vendor invoices and supporting documentation, coordinates resolution of discrepancies with vendors and internal partners.
• Ensures the Security Program team conducts accurate invoice reviews and routes discrepancies for review by the DASAA.
• Creates and updates standard operating procedures that support efficient daily operations.
• Assembles audit-support documentation packages and responds to document requests using established checklists and evidence standards.
• Drafts routine administrative correspondence and uses approved templates to prepare recurring forms and processing notes.
• Produces recurring status reports and briefs supervisors on operational trends and backlogs.
• Coordinates with procurement and finance teams to ensure payment packages and contract-related documentation are complete, consistent, and audit-ready.
• Provides targeted training and coaching to staff on SOPs, internal controls, and secure handling requirements; identifies skills gaps and recommends cross-training.
• Identifies recurring processing errors or control weaknesses and proposes practical fixes to strengthen accuracy, traceability, and compliance.
• Applies established confidentiality and need-to-know practices; promptly reports suspected mishandling, anomalies, or irregular requests.
• Performs second-level reviews for allowability and compliance with House fiscal policy and program rules; resolves routine exceptions and document deficiencies.
• Designs, implements, and evaluates internal control measures for program administration.
• Conducts trend and risk analysis to detect patterns indicating program ineffectiveness, duplicate billing, unsupported charges, or process vulnerabilities; leads corrective actions.
• Leads complex issue resolution and escalations and documents outcomes and mitigations.
• Overseas vendor performance monitoring inputs and elevates persistent noncompliance.
• Develop reporting for leadership to support decision-making.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Experience & Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, security administration or related field.  Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in accounting, auditing, program administration, financial analysis, or contract administration.
• Supervisory or management experience in program management related to security, law enforcement, emergency management, or military operations preferred. 

Work Schedule:

Full-time, permanent. Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Must be able to work outside of normal business hours when necessary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

This position is based in a typical office environment. Actual weight handled varies, but the role involves handling items including books, documents, and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. The incumbent should be capable of meeting physical requirements, which may include sitting, lifting, bending, crouching, walking, and standing.

The incumbent should be capable of meeting physical requirements, which may include sitting, lifting, bending, crouching, walking, and standing.

Conditions of employment

• USA Jobs Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Adaptability - Ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations and work persistently when facing obstacles. Ability to work well in ambiguous situations, adjust quickly to change, and easily consider new approaches.
  
• Collaboration - Ability to foster a sense of unity and trust within teams, breaking down silos and promoting teamwork across departments. Ability to encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Skill in working with others to achieve goals.
  
• Communication - Ability to convey ideas and information to different audiences through verbal and written means. Knowledge of different writing techniques for different document types and purposes. Ability to create written documents that are complete, grammatically accurate, and technically sound. Ability to articulate ideas clearly through speech.
  
• Customer Orientation - Values and delivers high quality, professional, responsive, and innovative service to internal and external customers. Builds and maintains effective customer relations that result in satisfaction; holds self and others accountable for quality outcomes.
  
• Decision Making - Skill in making sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, taking into consideration the potential impact and implications of the decisions. Ability to commit to action even in uncertain situations.
  
• Organizational Awareness - Knowledge of the structure, functions, and dynamics present within the U.S. House of Representatives and the Office of the Sergeant at Arms.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures that govern the organization. Knowledge of how the Sergeant at Arms fits within the broader context of Federal agencies and how it contributes to government functioning.
  
• Planning and Coordination - Ability to organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements. Ability to determine short-term or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them. Ability to coordinate with others to accomplish goals. Skill in monitoring progress in relation to desired outcomes.
  
• Problem Solving - Ability to identify problems; skill in determining accuracy and relevance of information. Ability to use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, develop effective solutions, and make recommendations.
  
• Financial Management - Knowledge and application of the basic principles, practices, and methods of financial management. Knowledge of financial processes and procedures relevant to the organization.
  
• Performance Management - Knowledge of performance management concepts, principles, and practices related to planning, monitoring, rating, and rewarding staff performance. Ability to coach and mentor staff and teams to help them reach their highest potential.
• Knowledge of employee development concepts and principles to effectively support staff career growth.
  
• Project Management - Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and performance.
  
• Stakeholder Management - Knowledge of the concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence, and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to the U.S. House of Representatives and the Sergeant at Arms.
  
• Strategic Planning - Leads and develops the Sergeant at Arms’ organizational strategies by setting priorities, formulating objectives, managing resources and risks, implementing plans, monitoring progress, and evaluating outcomes.

Applicant Instructions:

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter by 7:00 p.m. on March 3, 2026. Applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of their cover letter and resume. Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview.

Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, or age.

The SAA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will.

This position has been determined to be EXEMPT from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check.

A preemployment drug test is required for positions requiring a security clearance. 

Veterans’ Preference Information:

Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act. 

**Only applicants seeking veterans’ preference consideration should email saa.veoa@mail.house.gov for further information. Please note the word “Veteran” in the subject line and note the job title in the body of the email.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Candidates will be evaluated using a structured interview process.