USA Staffing

Position Title: Security Specialist
Agency: U.S. Army Acquisition Support Center
Announcement Number: NEAG231273041487HQ Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, February 6, 2023 to Monday, February 13, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

- This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.

1. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A pre-employment and recurring comprehensive background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates, and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service are required. Are you willing to undergo pre-employment and recurring investigations to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance as required?

A. Yes

B. No

2. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. Are you willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and submit to a pre-employment drug screening and random testing thereafter to obtain and maintain employment in this position?

A. Yes

B. No

3. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 10% of the time?

A. Yes

B. No

4. This position has been identified for the Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Certification Program. This position requires the incumbent obtain the following core SPeD Certification: Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within their first two years of employment. Do you have, or are you willing to obtain and maintain the required SPeD Certification?

A. Yes

B. No

Assessment 1

Thank you for your interest in a Security Specialist, (NH-03) position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.

1. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Security Specialist at the NH-03 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.

A. I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service which includes 1.) extensive knowledge and experience developing security policies; 2.) extensive knowledge and experience in preparing for a security compliance inspection; and 3.) extensive knowledge in physical security and protection as demonstrated by recognized certification programs (e.g. emergency management, locksmith, anti-terrorism).

B. My experience is not reflected in the above statement.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

2. Develops policies and procedures for the storage, transmission, marking, and destruction of classified information.