Summary A successful candidate in this position will serve as a Lead Security Specialist, Senior Security Expert and Technical Advisor, recommending the direction of development, implementation, assessment, and improvement to the Security Program for the protection of Kansas City Field Office (KCFO). Responsibilities As a Lead Security Specialist, you will Advise Kansas City Field Office (KCFO) Senior Managers on the development and implementation of KCFO Security Plans and Protection Program strategies. Provide expert technical guidance and contractor oversight for daily operations and activities at Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC) and Kansas City National Security New Mexico (KCNSC-NM). Oversee, and analyze the M&O Contractor's security program activities for compliance with established requirements and to ensure coordination with Federal and local law enforcement programs. Conduct formal security assessments and periodic Cost-Plus Award Fee (CPAF) evaluations, policy guidance and direction of the KCNSC. Provide direction, advice, and guidance to team members. Coordinates, coach, and review work assignments; balances workload among the team; instruct employees on job processes and techniques; provide technical direction and guidance; interpret and implement organizational policies and provide on-the-job- training. Manage the insider threat program and provide resource recommendations to Senior Leadership. Develops KCFO agency insider threat policy, internal guidelines and procedures. Requirements Conditions of Employment Subject to Random Drug Testing Must pass a pre-employment drug test. Favorable suitability determination required. Financial Disclosure is required. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance. You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification. A two year trial period may be required. More than one position may be filled from this vacancy announcement. Must be able to obtain certification in the DOE's Technical Qualification Program (TQP) within 18 months of start date. This position is covered by the Technical Qualification Program (TQP), which requires the incumbent to acquire and demonstrate competencies identified in the TQP Functional Area Qualification and Field Office specific standards and requires certification of the competencies by NNSA supervision and TQP qualifying officials. https://ntc.doe.gov/student/stp/techqualprogram Qualifications A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA pay band level or GS grade level in the Federal Service, i.e. EN/NQ-03 pay band or GS-13 grade level. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1. Experience applying security management procedures to oversee, evaluate, and manage safeguards and physical security systems or programs. 2. Experience analyzing findings of security surveys, determining adequacy of security controls or procedures. 3. Experience providing guidance and advise to senior management on safeguards and security policy or primary or secondary programs. Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following competencies. Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the competencies. identified below. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write "see resume" in your application! Communication Compliance Inspection Leadership Security "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. CTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. Education No education requirement with this occupational series and pay band level. Additional Information Other Information: The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets. Click HERE. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified applicant in accordance with Agency policy. EEO Policy: Click HERE. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Click HERE. Veterans Information: Click HERE. Telework: Click HERE. Selective Service Registration: Click HERE.