Information Security Specialist, 20 SPSS

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Eglin AFB, FL (Freeport, FL) is searching for a Information Security Specialist for 20 SPSS (NH-0080-02, GS-5-11). Description: Implements and administers the Information Security Program. Serves as a security professional for the development, testing, fielding, and protection of the information security program. Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies security guidelines from various sources for local application. Develops and implements security plans and procedures such as standard operating procedures, system security, program test, treaty preparation, deployment, and operations security (OPSEC) plans for personnel and facilities that support information security programs and sensitive compartmented information (SCI) material. Conducts and documents regular self-inspections of sensitive compartmented information (SCI) SCIF and operations. Implements and administers the Personnel Security Program. Establishes local procedures for processing requests for security accesses for military, civilian, and contractor personnel. Initiates and reviews all requests for personnel security investigations consistent with directives. Responsible for the classification management program and supports the Special Security Officer (SSO) manager in developing classification guidance and making personnel security decisions. Implements and administers the Industrial Security Program through the use of DOD, USSF, DIA, and JFANS, DNI, E.O. FIELDCOM policies and directives for the construction, protection, and operation of advanced program facilities to include sensitive compartment ted information facilities (SCIFs). Manages contractor-related security actions for the protection of classified information and other sensitive information originated or controlled by the DoD and other agencies. Implements and administers the Special Security and Physical Security program. Implements DoD, USAF, Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and MAJCOM policies and directives for the construction, protection, and operation of all advanced programs facilities to include sensitive compartmented information facilities (SCIFs) as the liaison between HHQ Special Security Officer (SSO) USSF and manages, identifies squadron Special Security Representatives (SSR). Manages and ensures the preparation of accreditation packages to include fixed facility checklists, facility and alarm diagrams, inspectable space determinations, and other essential physical security documents for approval by approval agencies. Ideal Candidate: 1.Knowledge of a wide range of security concepts, principles, and practices to review, independently analyze, and resolve difficult and complex security problems; apply policy direction to contractors and government/military officials, and develop guidance for applying security policy, procedures, techniques, equipment, and methods to a variety of work situations and various levels or degrees of security controls. 2.Knowledge of a broad range of security program relationships, and proficiency in information, personnel, and industrial security to effectively implement and administer applicable security programs and/or coordinate with other specialized security programs. 3.Knowledge of security classification methods, concepts, and eligibility for access to classified or sensitive information to review plans for proposed or new projects, organizations, and/or missions to assure the presence of adequate planning for information security and other controls. 4.Knowledge of required Special Security Officer Program (SSO) and sensitive compartmented information (SCI) security procedures. 5.Skill in planning, developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program. 6.Ability to plan, organize work, and meet deadlines and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing 7.Knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, procedures, and practices to assist managers in establishing and operating internal security programs. 8.Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. Requirements: 1. Must be a U.S. Citizen. 2. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret /SCI clearance. 3. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. 4. May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments. 5. May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours. 6. PCS / incentive funding is authorized. 7. Position is not eligible for telework or remote work. 8. Position will close in 5 business days or 75 applications (whichever comes first). 9. Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station. 10. This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. 11. This position is emergency essential (E-E). 12. Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) conferral(s) are required within 2 years of the established employee EOD. 13. This is a Key position. Incumbents must be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are not available 14. Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.

Organization: The United States Space Force (USSF) is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips military members and civilians to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and provide space capabilities to the joint force. USSF responsibilities include developing Guardians, acquiring military space systems, maturing the military doctrine for space power, and organizing space forces to present to our Combatant Commands (CCMDs). The strategic importance of space can’t be overstated. Political and humanitarian interests as well as commercial concerns vital to the world economy all rely on space-based systems. Launched in 2019 as the nation’s sixth and newest military branch, the USSF was created to protect the interests and assets of America and its allies in this heavily contested realm. The Department of Defense relies on satellites and advanced space-based technology for secure communications, navigation, real-time reconnaissance, precision targeting on the battlefield, early warning of potential missile launches, and even weather forecasting. Guardians and civilians of the USSF are challenged every day to reach new heights in protecting and amplifying these space-based capabilities and defending our way of life by maintaining our edge in space. The Space Force wants to attract talent with the character and potential to excel, empower them with information and choices, and develop them in line with their desires and the Space Force’s needs to create a high-performing organization necessary to secure and defend space. Please review the new Guardian Ideal to learn more about the new talent culture within the new U.S. Space Force, as we have a chance to make history and rewrite some of the rules—we hope you are excited about the opportunities this will present! https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/2782534/cso-unveils-guardian-ideal-space-force-values-at-afa/