Division Security Officer

As a Division Security Officer, your typical work assignments may include: Serving as the technical expert that administers and maintains continuing responsibility and management of the Personnel Security Program by implementing DEA and local policies and procedures.

Serving as the liaison for security related matters with other federal agencies or organizations (e.g., GSA, DHS, DoS, etc.). Processing requests for clearance/access, changes to position sensitivity designation, and investigations.

Planning, developing, coordinating and implementing appropriate physical security/crime prevention programs and policies for the Division. Serving as the subject matter expert, responsible for the information security, COMSEC requirements, and compliance of all Division offices. Conducting physical security inspections of facilities.

For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility Applicants applying for the GS-12 must meet the following requirements: Have at least one full year of qualifying specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-11 grade level.

Qualifying experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Assisting in managing security programs operations related to physical, personnel, information, or communications security; 2) Monitoring facilities and personnel security systems for internal and external threats and vulnerabilities; 3) Assisting in the planning and implementation of physical security and crime prevention programs; 4) Reviewing and processing security and/or access clearances; and 5) Supporting security program compliance inspections.

Applicants applying for the GS-13 must meet the following requirements: Have at least one full year of qualifying specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level: Qualifying experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Managing security programs operations related to physical, personnel, information, and communications security; 2) Monitoring facilities and personnel security systems for internal and external threats and vulnerabilities; 3) Developing and implementing physical security and crime prevention programs; 4) Overseeing the personnel entry control system; 5) Reviewing and approving security and/or access clearances; and, 6) Conducting security program compliance inspections and taking corrective action for deficiencies.

Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Additional information on the position qualification requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of this announcement.