USAJOBS · 1 day ago
Director (Departmental Security Officer)
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$152K/yr - $152K/yrUSAJOBS is seeking a Director (Departmental Security Officer) within the Department of Justice, Justice Management Division. The incumbent will be responsible for agencywide security policy, SEPS operations, and oversight of classified information, physical, and personnel security programs.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as senior security advisor to the AAG/A, overseeing DOJ-wide personnel, information, and physical security programs
Direct enterprise security clearance, insider threat, and continuous evaluation programs
Lead COOP planning, facility security, and emergency preparedness initiatives
Develop, implement, and monitor DOJ-wide security policies
Ensure compliance with federal laws, Executive Orders, and directives
Conduct audits, risk assessments, and program evaluations to maintain operational readiness and policy alignment
Oversee deployment of security programs across all DOJ components
Coordinate with HR, IT, facilities, and law enforcement to integrate security measures
Establish performance metrics and ensure agency-wide adoption of best practices
Lead, mentor, and evaluate staff; manage workflow, budgets, training, and organizational priorities
Ensure staff compliance with security and safety standards
Represent DOJ in national security forums, councils, and interagency initiatives
Collaborate with federal partners and respond to oversight inquiries related to security programs
Qualification
Required
You must be a United States Citizen or National
Veterans' preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service
Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file
You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check for the security level designated for this position
You will be required to undergo a drug screening and obtain favorable results prior to being appointed
You may be subject to a one-year probationary period effective from the date in which you are appointed
This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry, and annually thereafter in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines
You must meet all minimum qualifications to be deemed eligible. Only experience obtained by closing date of this announcement will be considered
As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Applicants must show clear evidence of their demonstrated leadership ability by addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application should not to exceed 2 pages (1-sheet double-sided or 2 sheets one-sided)
Note: Applicants who have completed the SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and have had their ECQs certified by OPM must provide a copy of their certificate as part of their application. Candidates must still satisfy the MTQs of the position
We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions
You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Director (Departmental Security Officer)
ECQ1 - COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND THE PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING. Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the Rule of Law, and commitment to serve the American people
ECQ2 - DRIVING EFFICIENCY. Demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades
ECQ3 - MERIT AND COMPETENCE. Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality
ECQ4 - LEADING PEOPLE. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals; To drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture
ECQ5 - ACHIEVING RESULTS. Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to state goals from superiors
For this position, the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) have been established and should be addressed within the resume application
MTQ 1: Demonstrated executive-level leadership and oversight of the administration of Security Programs e.g. personnel security, information security, physical security, protective services, emergency preparedness (Continuity of Operations-COOP) by directing the operations, planning, and evaluation in accordance with federal laws, Executive Orders, and interagency directives for a large complex organization
MTQ 2: Demonstrated executive-level experience with the implementation of broad Security policy development, compliance oversight, and implementation for a large complex organization. Providing high-level security-related recommendations to Senior Leadership to improve overall security readiness and continuity
MTQ 3: Demonstrated executive-level expertise conducting enterprise Risk Management and inspections applying risk-based methodologies to identify, assess, and mitigate threats within a large complex organization's workforce, facilities, sensitive information, and overall mission operations
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Company
USAJOBS
USAJOBS enables federal job seekers to access job opportunities across hundreds of federal agencies and organizations.
Founded in 1996
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