Job Overview

OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED US CITIZENS

This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 11:45 PM EST, 13 November 2026.

The Information and Spectrum Warfare Directorate is seeking an experienced Mid-Level Security Specialist, DO-0080-02 (GS-12/13 or equivalent), to serve as the Government SAP Security Officer in Dayton, Ohio.

Position Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

Serves as a Security Specialist providing program support for the Space Capabilities Integration Laboratory, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Intelligence Community (IC), and/or other customers as required.
Responsible for the day-to-day management and implementation of the Special Compartmented Information Facility/Special Access Program Facility (SCIF/SAPF) activities including, but not limited to personnel, information, industrial, operations, and physical security programs, inspections, incident investigation & reporting, and construction projects.
Contributes as a key member of the program team performing security analytical support toward the organizational mission.
Works collaboratively with program team members. Shares relevant security knowledge and information to accomplish program mission and recognizes when security engagement is required.
Develops policies and procedures for SCIF/SAPF management. Tailors established security policy and procedures for complex issues that affect a wide range of organizational missions and activities.
Responsible for developing and recommending tailored security solutions with Information and Spectrum Warfare Directorate senior leaders.
Works with management to define and anticipate problems and develop strategies toward effective security resolutions within program areas.
Identifies and requests resources necessary to support and contribute to mission requirements.

Required Qualifications

United States Citizenship.
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade DO-01/GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes performing security with or within Counterintelligence (CI) and Intelligence Community (IC) and working with cross organizational and multi-agency teams. Experience in coordination of classified projects and facilities.
Applicants must be able to meet the OPM Qualification Standards of the position being filled. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/security-administration-series-0080/
Ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance, SCI-eligibility, Controlled Access Program accesses and Special Access Program accesses.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree desired.
Experience working with Scientist and Engineers within DoD Research and Development organizations.
Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) certification.
Extensive verbal and written skills with the ability to speak in front of large audiences and senior leadership.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

Yes

Series

0080

Additional Information

Instructions on how to submit documents are provided in the automated email you will receive once you apply. Candidates with resumes longer than 2-pages will not be considered.

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Requisition Number 92794

Posting End Date

11/13/2026

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