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Chief, Personnel Security, S2

Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force Components
United States Space Force / Space Systems Command / S2

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Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 07/15/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 15, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Salary
$104,349 - $161,313 per year
Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
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Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
SF-FY26-6K-NH-0080-SPLASH
Control number
876024100

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The United States Space Force (USSF) at Vandenberg SFB, Lompac, CA is searching for a Chief, Personnel Security to support S2 (NH-1101-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).

Description:
United States Space Forces-Space (S4S) at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB), CA is searching for a well-qualified candidate to fill the Division Chief, Readiness and MPA Manager position for 3-star Headquarters staff. Come join our amazing team as we Protect, Defend, Deliver, and Connect together!

There's a reason Vandenberg Space Force Base is a desirable assignment for many in the space industry. The Central Coast of California offers a unique blend of opportunities and lifestyle, including stunning Pacific Ocean views, access to world-class vineyards and agriculture, a moderate climate, and a close-knit community rooted in space exploration and innovation. While not as bustling as major metropolitan areas, the region provides a relaxed pace of life with access to outdoor activities like cycling, surfing, hiking, and exploring the California coastline.

Ideal Candidate:
To serve as a U.S. Space Forces Space (S4S) Chief, Personnel Security (Within S4S S2/S2S), as a direct report to the Deputy Director, Special Security and Sensitive Programs. Serves as the Chief, Personnel Security of Space Forces -Space at various echelons within USSF to oversee, direct and develop goals and objectives that integrate organization planning, programming for assigned personnel security programs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
1. Mastery knowledge of SCI security management principles, policies and programs for managing an agency-wide security program, to include personnel, industrial security and information assurance.
2. Mastery knowledge of governing laws, regulations, precedents and directives governing DoW security and SCI security programs.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of National-level, DoW, Air Force, and Space Force SCI security programs, concepts and principles.
4. Knowledge of laws and regulations governing federal civilian personnel and military personnel management; knowledge of DoW personnel security programs and personnel security programs of the intelligence community (DNI, CIA, NSA, NRO, DIA).
5. Skilled in applying new developments, experienced judgment, and innovative solutions to challenging and complex security concerns.
6. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to deal diplomatically and effectively with all levels of officials in all types of situations.



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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • This is a Centrally Managed position, relocation is authorized.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain Top-Secret w/SCI security clearance.
  • Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
  • Required certifications must be obtained within 2 years of employment.
  • May be required to travel from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
  • Employees need to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties.
  • Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
  • This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment.
  • This position is designated as Key/Emergency Essential.
  • Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.

Qualifications

The 0080 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Additional information

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.

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.

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

United States Space Force Components

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.

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Agency contact information

US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email
HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil
Address
USSF - United States Space Force Components
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US

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