INDUSTRIAL SECURITY SPECIALIST

Summary DCSA's International and Special Programs Office is seeking a highly motivated individual with a well-rounded security background in all aspects of security with a focus on the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). Incumbent is responsible for facilitating DCSA's international responsibilities regarding cleared U.S. Industry involvement with foreign governments, foreign contractors and NATO on behalf of the Designated Security Authority. Come be a part of America's Gatekeeper Team Responsibilities As a INDUSTRIAL SECURITY SPECIALIST you will be responsible for the following duties: As a National Industrial Security Program (NISP) subject matter expert, provide advice to agency senior leaders for all NISP matters relating to Special Access Programs, NATO and International Security Programs. Support field security vulnerability assessments of foreign industrial security programs, participate in the oversight of cleared freight forwarders and process outgoing visit requests for cleared US industry employees. Process SAP access nominations and conduct revalidation's, administer initial and annual training for agency personnel, conduct access briefings and debriefings, and coordinate actions with field personnel and Program Security Officers. Evaluate and facilitate cleared industry transportation and hand-carry plans, verify foreign Facility Security Clearances (FSC), and process requests for Limited Access Authorizations (LAA). Assist with developing recommended goals and objectives for the division, where emphasis should be placed, and how best to utilize resources, including realignments to address shortfalls or to satisfy priority needs, and implement when approved. Represents the agency on assigned working groups and on other committees, conferences, and meetings. Research subject matter; conduct analysis; produce documents and perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: General Schedule Qualification Standards for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 01/14/2025 Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade (GS/ GG-12) in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Providing advice to agency senior leaders as a subject matter expert for all matters relating to international security programs to include North Atlantic Treaty Organization requirements (NATO) as well as Special Access Programs (SAP); Applying all aspects of International and SAP security to include principles contained in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and SAP security directives, instructions, manuals and NATO regulations; Developing security principles with special emphasis in the area of government security oversight at industrial locations. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: pliance Inspection- Knowledge of the guidelines, regulations, and procedures associated with compliance inquiries, including application of compliance rules and criteria and ability to make appropriate decisions and issue citations, fines, or orders. 2. Interpersonal Skills- Develops and maintains effective working relationships, especially in difficult situations. Engages and inspires others. Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different audiences/ situations/cultures. Actively solicits feedback. Exemplifies professionalism, tact and empathy. Builds trust and commitment. 3. Problem Solving- Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; seeks/generates and evaluates alternative perspectives/solutions; makes timely/ effective recommendations, based on potential implications of findings or conclusions. Critically evaluates to identify the causes of problems, and chooses courses of action that balance the interests of the mission and stakeholders. 4. Communications- Communicate (i.e., written and oral) rights, responsibilities, management directives, policies, and/or regulations to employees, supervisors, and/or other pertinent individuals. 5. Security- Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and guidelines related to securing personnel, facilities, and information, including the requirements for handling, transporting, and protecting classified information and proper reporting of security incidents. 6. Technical Competence- Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information VETERANS PREFERENCE/CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL In accordance with DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, veterans preference is not required to be applied when considering candidates with prior Federal competitive or excepted service who have completed a probationary or trial period and have not been separated for cause. Therefore, veterans preference will not be applied to applicants with current federal service, or former federal civilian service meeting the above criteria. Other Notes: Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: Applicants selected from this announcement may be required to serve a two-year trial period. If selected, Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge that they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for a DCIPS excepted service positions. If selected, non-DCIPS candidates must acknowledge in writing that the position they have been selected for is in the excepted service and covered by DCIPS. Selection under this appointment authority does not confer civil service competitive status. All current and former Federal employees must submit a copy of your latest SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. Resumes should NOT include: Classified information/SSN/Photo of yourself/personal information (gender, religion, affiliation etc/Encrypted digitally signed docs). Resumes with this prohibited information will be automatically ineligible for consideration.