Security Specialist (Counter Unmanned Systems).

Responsibilities

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Counter Unmanned Systems (C-UXS) and C-UXS capabilities, trends, and advancements to keep abreast of emergent threats.
• Manage all aspects of C-UXS contract support as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), managing acquisition requirements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Implement processes to identify, prioritize, assess, and manage risks and leads in the C-UXS Working Group and Integrated Air Missile Defense Working Group.
• Develop processes for integrating standard and non-standard training equipment in line with Department of War and Joint Staff policies, procedures, and emerging developments.
• Regularly review policy, prioritize resources, and plan integration of specific training in a dynamic international working environment.
• Provide COCOM level coordination and oversight for theater C-UXS program and efforts, including risk management, planning, training, exercises, resourcing, and program monitoring and maintenance.
• Synchronize C-UXS through an integrated risk management methodology across command missions, policy, plans, and programs, mitigating mission execution risk from the full spectrum of threats and hazards.
• Identify strategic risks that endanger the combatant command operational plans (OPLAN), contingency plans (CONPLAN), and core joint mission essential tasks (JMET).

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must provide proof of U. S. Citizenship.
• Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements as outlined in the Do D Instruction 1315.19.
• Must satisfy the requirements of the 26JUL12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, Do D Civilian
• Personnel
• Management

System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights (see https://www. esd. whs. mil/DD/Do D-Issuances/140025/).

• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• U. S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance based on a Tier 5 background investigation with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• This is a testing designated position. Employee must pass screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subsequent periodic drug screening thereafter.
• Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain Country/Theater Clearance per the Foreign Clearance Guide located at https://www. fcg. pentagon. mil/fcg. cfm.
• Must maintain a no-fee passport and visa, obtain mandatory vaccinations and immunizations, and complete pre‑employment screening for country entry.
• Must possess or obtain a valid regular and official U. S. Passport.
• Position is “Mission Essential”; in the event of severe weather or other mandatory situations, the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• Must obtain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within the first two (2) years of employment.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS‑12 level, including operational and/or strategic staff level experience with Counter Unmanned Systems, deployment of security systems, and conducting studies and problem analyses to develop recommendations.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS‑12).
• Who May Apply
• 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
• Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying to OCONUS Positions
• Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non‑Army)
• Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
• Excepted Service Overseas Family Member Appointment
• Family Member Preference (FMP) for Overseas Employment
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Military Spouse Preference (MSP) for Overseas Employment
• Non‑Department of Defense (Do D) Transfer
• Priority Placement Program, Do D Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, Do D MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, Do D Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Reinstatement
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
• Specialized Experience

One year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS‑12 level, including operational and/or strategic staff level experience with Counter Unmanned Systems, deployment of security systems, and conducting studies and problem analyses to develop recommendations.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

• Additional Information
• Position requires a 1‑year probationary period during which the agency evaluates fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest.
• Locality pay does not apply in the overseas area.
• If an employee brings a child to an overseas location and the child is eligible for Do D school, the Do DEA and the responsible Military Department will ensure a free appropriate public education including related services.
• If an employee brings an infant or toddler (up to 3 years) to an overseas location, the responsible Military Department will provide required Early Intervention Services according to Do DI 1342.12 and Do DM 1342.12.
• Employees (and family members) requiring medical or dental care in the overseas location must obtain and pay for such care; access to military medical and dental treatment facilities is reimbursable only.
• Pay retention may be offered to selected applicants for overseas positions; it will not be offered as an incentive for moving between positions.
• Foreign area benefits determined at the time of hire per Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR).
• For positions in a foreign country, laws or agreements may impact the ability of a same‑sex domestic partner or spouse to accompany the employee and receive benefits.
• Position is a 19 Career Field Physical Security and Law Enforcement position.
• The initial length of this overseas tour is 36 months.
• Defense National Relocation Program will not be authorized.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
• Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests
• Reasonable Accommodation (RA)

Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i. e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.

Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.

Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case‑by‑case basis.

If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision.

You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here.

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