Security Specialist (Direct Hire)

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-09 level, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level: Performing duties associated with a physical security program; Reviewing policy and procedures to assist in eliminating problems or barriers to mission accomplishment; and Assisting with physical security such as physical protection of facilities, personnel, classified information and/or other sensitive materials/resources. OR b) Completed all requirements for a master’s or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 2 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master’s degree or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL. B or J.D, if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above To qualify for GS-11, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level: Assisting with physical security policy development and maintenance; Reviewing policy, procedures, mission objectives, and organization design for the staff to assist in eliminating problems or barriers to mission accomplishment; and Providing physical security to facilities, personnel, classified information, and/or other sensitive materials/resources. OR b) Completed all requirements for a doctoral degree (i.e., Ph.D. or equivalent) in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL.M., if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA’s guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process.
You will serve as a Security Specialist responsible for developing investigative security measures designed to safeguard personnel, prevent unauthorized access to equipment, facilities, material, and information against espionage, sabotage, damage, loss, or theft. You will assist in the review and development of new or proposed security policies, procedures, and guidelines for use by NASA employees and contractors. You will also serve as a Special Agent.