Secure Facilities Manager
Apply NowCompany: United States Senate
Location: Washington, DC 20544
Description:
Secure Facilities Manager
Organization
Secretary of the Senate
DepartmentSenate Security
SALARY RANGE:
SEC-11: $104227-$161549
FEDERAL RELAY SERVICE:
TELEWORK:
This position is eligible for a partial remote work schedule after an initialintroductory onsite period.
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt
DEADLINE FORAPPLICATIONS:
Open until filled
JOB DESCRIPTION:
NATURE OF WORK
This is technicalwork assisting the Director of Senate Security in the management of SensitiveCompartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) within the Senate, ensuringcompliance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705. The areas ofresponsibility include routine inspections, updates, and construction of securespaces. Additional work includes projects to support cleared facilitiesmanagement as well as assisting the Office with technical and communicationssecurity matters. Work is bound by Secretary of the Senate policies andprocedures; the U.S. Senate Handbook;and the Senate Ethics Manual, butrequires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling assignments.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS
Ensure SenateSCIFs are in compliance with ICD 705 and act as a liaison on behalf of the Senate to the accreditingauthority.
Engagein thorough and routine inspections of existing SCIFs and certify establishedsecurity procedures are being adhered to.
Manage SCIF construction projects, workingwith various Senate Security Managers and accrediting authority officials toapprove and oversee any necessary updates to secure facilities.
Act as subjectmatter expert on physical security SCIF requirements; maintainawareness of technical based threats; and develop mitigation strategies.
Assistwith technical security; support Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM) engagementsas necessary.
Help maintain the Office'sclassified local area network (LAN) and support various classified networks andsecure communications programs and equipment.
Support the Office's facilities maintenancework,which may include working outside of normal business hours.
Maintain securityrecords and manage personnel access to Senate Security SCIF.
Maintain currentknowledge of Senate Security's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and the Continuityof Operations (COOP) Plan; participate in periodic exercises and drills.
As part of theSecretary's customer service initiative (known as R.A.T.E.), provide allcustomers with the highest level of customer service.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDSAND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performedin an office environment with exposure to everyday risks or discomforts, and requiresthe use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing,bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.
Must be able tosafely perform physical duties associated with the job (i.e. utilization of aladder, removing ceiling tiles, inspecting tight spaces, etc.).
Also requires theuse of typical office equipment, software programs, and methods ofcommunication such as a computer, email, telephone, and photocopier. Regular,predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties.Work also requires physical presence in the Office, except as otherwiserequired by the Office of the Secretary.
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS
Work requires a bachelor'sdegree and at least two years of direct experience in SCIF accreditation and/ormanagement, along with corresponding experience in the fields of physicalsecurity, technical security, and communications security.
Knowledge ofIntelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705.
Experience inconducting inspections/assessments of SCIFs.
Generalfamiliarity handling a wide range of physical security matters to includeintrusion detections systems, perimeter countermeasures, security assessments,construction security procedures.
Ability to readblueprints, design plans, and construction related documents.
Basicunderstanding of the capabilities, operating requirements, and programoperation of secure video teleconferencing (VTC), classified networks, andvarious other telecommunications operating systems; familiar with TEMPESTstandards.
Basic knowledge ofthe Senate as an institution preferred, with a desire and willingness to learnmore about the legislative process, as well as the history and operation of theSenate.
Impeccableattention to detail.
Demonstratedsuccess in managing competing priorities with minimal direction or supervision.
Stronginterpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with others; able towork as a team and also independently to accomplish the mission.
Excellentjudgement, professional demeanor, and flexibility.
Stronganalytical/problem solving skills, with a focus on creatively solving problemsefficiently and securely.
Ability to clearlycommunicate guidance and recommendations both verbally and in writing.
Skill inorganizing and maintaining schedules.
Ability toaccurately maintain a variety of administrative records.
Ability to usetact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
LICENSES,CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
United States citizenship.
Active Top Secretclearance required, TS/SCI preferred.
Ability to obtain andmaintain access to sensitive compartmented information (SCI) and RestrictedData (RD).
Completion of anIntelligence Community Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)Course (ICD 705)
PREFERRED TRAINING
SecurityContainers and Locking Hardware
ConstructionSecurity Course
Completion ofTechnical Surveillance and Countermeasures (TSCM) Course
Veteran'sPreference:
Hiring for this position will be governed by the Veterans EmploymentOpportunity Act of 1998 ("VEOA"), as made applicable by the CongressionalAccountability Act of 1995. Pursuant to the VEOA, qualified applicants who arenot current employees of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate and who aredisabled or who have served on active duty in the Armed Forces during certainspecified time periods or in certain military designated campaigns ("veterans")may be eligible to receive a preference over non-veterans in hiring decisions.Family members of veterans may also be eligible to receive a veterans'preference if the veteran cannot claim his or her veterans' preference.
To be eligible for a veterans' preference, applicants must meet all of therequirements set forth in the VEOA and applicable regulations. Thoseeligibility requirements are summarized in the Application for Veterans'Preference, which may be obtained by visiting: https://www.senate.gov/employment/resources/pdf/SOS_VeteransPreference.pdf
If claiming a veterans' preference, an applicant must indicate that he/she ispreference eligible on the application or resume and must submit a completedcopy of the Application for Veterans' Preference along with the supportingdocumentation specified on that form. If the Office of the Secretary of theSenate does not receive the Application for Veterans' Preference and supportingdocumentation by the closing date, the applicant's claim for a veterans'preference may be denied.
Applicants may obtain a copy of the Office's Veterans' Preference inAppointments policy by submitting a written request to .
Individuals who are entitled to a veterans' preference are invited toself-identify voluntarily. This information is intended solely for use inconnection with the Office of the Secretary of the Senate's obligations andefforts to provide veterans' preference to preference-eligible applicants inaccordance with the VEOA. An applicant's status as a disabled veteran and anyinformation regarding an applicant's disability, including the applicant'smedical condition and history, will be kept confidential and will be collected,maintained and used in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of1990, as made applicable by section 102(a)(3) of the CAA, 2 U.S.C. 1302(a)(3).An applicant who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or toprovide information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran'sstatus will not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but theindividual may be ruled ineligible for a veterans' preference.
Organization
Secretary of the Senate
DepartmentSenate Security
SALARY RANGE:
SEC-11: $104227-$161549
FEDERAL RELAY SERVICE:
TELEWORK:
This position is eligible for a partial remote work schedule after an initialintroductory onsite period.
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt
DEADLINE FORAPPLICATIONS:
Open until filled
JOB DESCRIPTION:
NATURE OF WORK
This is technicalwork assisting the Director of Senate Security in the management of SensitiveCompartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) within the Senate, ensuringcompliance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705. The areas ofresponsibility include routine inspections, updates, and construction of securespaces. Additional work includes projects to support cleared facilitiesmanagement as well as assisting the Office with technical and communicationssecurity matters. Work is bound by Secretary of the Senate policies andprocedures; the U.S. Senate Handbook;and the Senate Ethics Manual, butrequires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling assignments.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS
Ensure SenateSCIFs are in compliance with ICD 705 and act as a liaison on behalf of the Senate to the accreditingauthority.
Engagein thorough and routine inspections of existing SCIFs and certify establishedsecurity procedures are being adhered to.
Manage SCIF construction projects, workingwith various Senate Security Managers and accrediting authority officials toapprove and oversee any necessary updates to secure facilities.
Act as subjectmatter expert on physical security SCIF requirements; maintainawareness of technical based threats; and develop mitigation strategies.
Assistwith technical security; support Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM) engagementsas necessary.
Help maintain the Office'sclassified local area network (LAN) and support various classified networks andsecure communications programs and equipment.
Support the Office's facilities maintenancework,which may include working outside of normal business hours.
Maintain securityrecords and manage personnel access to Senate Security SCIF.
Maintain currentknowledge of Senate Security's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and the Continuityof Operations (COOP) Plan; participate in periodic exercises and drills.
As part of theSecretary's customer service initiative (known as R.A.T.E.), provide allcustomers with the highest level of customer service.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDSAND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performedin an office environment with exposure to everyday risks or discomforts, and requiresthe use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing,bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.
Must be able tosafely perform physical duties associated with the job (i.e. utilization of aladder, removing ceiling tiles, inspecting tight spaces, etc.).
Also requires theuse of typical office equipment, software programs, and methods ofcommunication such as a computer, email, telephone, and photocopier. Regular,predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties.Work also requires physical presence in the Office, except as otherwiserequired by the Office of the Secretary.
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS
Work requires a bachelor'sdegree and at least two years of direct experience in SCIF accreditation and/ormanagement, along with corresponding experience in the fields of physicalsecurity, technical security, and communications security.
Knowledge ofIntelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705.
Experience inconducting inspections/assessments of SCIFs.
Generalfamiliarity handling a wide range of physical security matters to includeintrusion detections systems, perimeter countermeasures, security assessments,construction security procedures.
Ability to readblueprints, design plans, and construction related documents.
Basicunderstanding of the capabilities, operating requirements, and programoperation of secure video teleconferencing (VTC), classified networks, andvarious other telecommunications operating systems; familiar with TEMPESTstandards.
Basic knowledge ofthe Senate as an institution preferred, with a desire and willingness to learnmore about the legislative process, as well as the history and operation of theSenate.
Impeccableattention to detail.
Demonstratedsuccess in managing competing priorities with minimal direction or supervision.
Stronginterpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with others; able towork as a team and also independently to accomplish the mission.
Excellentjudgement, professional demeanor, and flexibility.
Stronganalytical/problem solving skills, with a focus on creatively solving problemsefficiently and securely.
Ability to clearlycommunicate guidance and recommendations both verbally and in writing.
Skill inorganizing and maintaining schedules.
Ability toaccurately maintain a variety of administrative records.
Ability to usetact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
LICENSES,CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
United States citizenship.
Active Top Secretclearance required, TS/SCI preferred.
Ability to obtain andmaintain access to sensitive compartmented information (SCI) and RestrictedData (RD).
Completion of anIntelligence Community Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)Course (ICD 705)
PREFERRED TRAINING
SecurityContainers and Locking Hardware
ConstructionSecurity Course
Completion ofTechnical Surveillance and Countermeasures (TSCM) Course
Veteran'sPreference:
Hiring for this position will be governed by the Veterans EmploymentOpportunity Act of 1998 ("VEOA"), as made applicable by the CongressionalAccountability Act of 1995. Pursuant to the VEOA, qualified applicants who arenot current employees of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate and who aredisabled or who have served on active duty in the Armed Forces during certainspecified time periods or in certain military designated campaigns ("veterans")may be eligible to receive a preference over non-veterans in hiring decisions.Family members of veterans may also be eligible to receive a veterans'preference if the veteran cannot claim his or her veterans' preference.
To be eligible for a veterans' preference, applicants must meet all of therequirements set forth in the VEOA and applicable regulations. Thoseeligibility requirements are summarized in the Application for Veterans'Preference, which may be obtained by visiting: https://www.senate.gov/employment/resources/pdf/SOS_VeteransPreference.pdf
If claiming a veterans' preference, an applicant must indicate that he/she ispreference eligible on the application or resume and must submit a completedcopy of the Application for Veterans' Preference along with the supportingdocumentation specified on that form. If the Office of the Secretary of theSenate does not receive the Application for Veterans' Preference and supportingdocumentation by the closing date, the applicant's claim for a veterans'preference may be denied.
Applicants may obtain a copy of the Office's Veterans' Preference inAppointments policy by submitting a written request to .
Individuals who are entitled to a veterans' preference are invited toself-identify voluntarily. This information is intended solely for use inconnection with the Office of the Secretary of the Senate's obligations andefforts to provide veterans' preference to preference-eligible applicants inaccordance with the VEOA. An applicant's status as a disabled veteran and anyinformation regarding an applicant's disability, including the applicant'smedical condition and history, will be kept confidential and will be collected,maintained and used in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of1990, as made applicable by section 102(a)(3) of the CAA, 2 U.S.C. 1302(a)(3).An applicant who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or toprovide information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran'sstatus will not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but theindividual may be ruled ineligible for a veterans' preference.