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SECURITY SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
National Air and Space Intelligence Center
NAT AIR/SP INT CTR

Summary

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Primary Purpose of Developmental Position: The primary purpose of this position is to perform assignments designed to further progress applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. The complexity of the work will gradually increase throughout the training path, leading to requiring greater independent judgment and decision ability.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/07/2026 to 05/13/2026
Salary
$52,339 - $100,703 per year
Pay scale & grade
GG 7 - 9
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
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
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
11
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
9X-DCIPS-12954583-274858-GG
Control number
868149900

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Clarification from the agency

AF DCIPS only within NASIC

Duties

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1. Serves as an alternate Special Security Representatives (SSRs) in managing the Physical Security Program for the main complex Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), multiple geographically separated satellite SCIFs, and collateral classified area facilities under NASICs cognizance.
2. Provides management oversight of the intrusion detection system (IDS), the access control system (ACS) and closed circuit television (CCTV)
3. Serves as alternate Antiterrorism Representative (ATR) and works with Antiterrorism program manager to implement assigned random antiterrorism measures (RAMs) and Force Protection Conditions (FPCONs) in concert with applicable installation and local Integrated Defense and Antiterrorism plans.
4. Researches and utilizes knowledge of commonly applied concepts, principles and practices to help develop and issue written procedures and policies in the form of supplemental guidance, operating instructions/ procedures, and plans and directives relative to NASIC facilities and security programs.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
  • Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
  • Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
  • Employee must maintain current certifications
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
  • Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
  • Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
  • Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • Incumbent may be subject to psychological screening/polygraph testing as an inherent primary requirement of their position.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

This is a GG-7 Target 11 position, in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-07/09 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Entry/Developmental" work level & are equivalent to those at the GS-7/9 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the 07 or 09 grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

Basic Requirement for GG-0080-07 Target 11

EXPERIENCE: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of experience include knowledge of the principles, policy, procedures and methodology of security administration and skill in applying practical knowledge of applied security principles, concepts, and methodologies. Skills have been gained through experience or education to carry out difficult assignments independently. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

OR EDUCATION
One full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, & abilities necessary to do the work of the position, or superior academic achievement. NOTE: Provide copy of college transcript.

OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A combination of education & experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: Provide copy of college transcript.

Basic Requirements for the GG-0080-09 Target 11

EXPERIENCE: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of experience include knowledge of the principles, policy, procedures and methodology of security administration and skill in applying practical knowledge of applied security principles, concepts, and methodologies. Skills have been gained through experience or education to carry out difficult assignments independently. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

OR EDUCATION
Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. D, in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, & abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: Provide copy of college transcript.

OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A combination of education & experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: Provide copy of college transcript.

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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:
1. Knowledge of a wide range of security concepts, principles, and practices to review, analyze, & resolve moderately complex security problems to manage/implement the NASIC Physical Security Program.
2. Knowledge of DoD and Air Force antiterrorism and force protection doctrine, policies, and instructions to coordinate objectives and develop plans for interrelated security programs.
3. Knowledge of security program relationships to make recommendations allowing for differing program requirements, and multiple security objectives; and knowledge of the required security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist managers in establishing and operating internal security programs.
4. Knowledge of the intelligence enterprise to support and promote industrial and physical security strategies.
5. Skill in gathering, assembling, and analyzing facts; drawing conclusions; devising solutions to problems; identifying changes and trends; and preparing and presenting information to leadership; and ability to prioritize and recommend resourcing strategies for the correction or mitigation of AT vulnerabilities impacting NASIC.
6. Ability to assist evaluation teams in developing realistic and relevant scenarios to exercise and validate the AT program; ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately; and to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers, counterparts, and customers to create and maintain a cooperative work environment and successfully accomplish the mission.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT'D:
1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
2. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
3. Department of Defense Physical Security Certification (PSC) is required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, DoD Security Accreditation and Certification. The listed certification requirements may not be deleted or modified without the written approval of the AF Security Functional Authority (SAF/AAA or their delegated security career field representative. This certification requirement only applies to employees hired onto this position on or after 14 Mar 2016. Incumbent/employees assigned on or before 13 Mar 2016 are not required to obtain the DoD certification(s) listed above.
4. The work performed in this position is primarily performed in an office environment setting and, in some classroom, and conference room areas where there is normally adequate lighting, heating and ventilation. Work is performed primarily while sitting, however, some walking, standing, bending, and lifting of light objects is required. The incumbent must possess tact, professionalism and sensitivity while working personnel security issues with all ranks/grades of military, civilian, and contractor personnel.
5. At times work will involve climbing ladders, crawling in small/tight spaces, etc., This position requires the incumbent to climb up and/or down to inspect and respond to sensors within port holes, underground in tunnels, above ceilings, in crawl spaces, and on roofs that require the physical ability to do such.

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.

Additional information

This position is a developmental position and will be filled at the GG-07/09 level with promotion potential to the GG-11. The individual selected for this position may be promoted to the target level without further competition upon meeting any legal and regulatory requirements

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

National Air and Space Intelligence Center

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service.

DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.

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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Phone
1-800-525-0102
Email
DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY
Address
IC - Air Force NASIC
550 C Street W
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
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