Job Summary ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION: Information Security Specialists (ISSs) ensure compliance with NGA's Information Security Protection Program to protect classified and sensitive information, and promote efficiency in the creation, classification, safeguarding, handling, use, and declassification of information. They develop, interpret, and implement information security and declassification policies and procedures, and develop security-education-related training programs and materials. They ensure compliance with the integration of sensitive critical program information, to include access determination, system accreditation, and applicable approval for physical security concurrence. They inspect and audit the Agency's protection programs, investigate the mishandling of classified material and unauthorized equipment introduced inside NGA space, and research and prepare for release responses for Freedom of Information (FOIA) and Privacy Act requests. They also collaborate with other agencies and private-sector entities on classification guides, coordinate the release of information, promote awareness, and advance other shared interests. Additional Job Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Information Security Specialists (ISSs) ensure compliance with Executive Orders 12333, 13526 and 13556, Intelligence Community Directives 703 & 705, Department of Defense (DoD) 5200 .01 and 5105.60 , NGA, NIST policies, and NGA's Information Security Protection Program to include the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC 552, and demonstrate experience, thorough knowledge, understanding, and communication, to protect classified and sensitive information. The ISS operates independently by providing support for NGA's Information Security Program (INFOSEC), Operation Security (OPSEC), Security Education, Classification Management, and Program Protection in accordance with DoD, DNI, and NGA policy, and collaborates with security discipline representatives and agency SMEs to disseminate information to the workforce on security related matters. The ISS provides technical support, guidance, and advice to NGA internal and external partners regarding information security procedures, policies, processes, and requirements, and assists in developing products to market the program (i.e., web-based pamphlets). The ISS supports the Consolidated NGA (CoNGA) Security Classification Guide (SCG) add/change/delete cycle and develops and maintains website and/or SharePoint sites related to Classification Management, Program Protection, INFOSEC, SEA, and OPSEC missions. The Information Security Specialist (ISS) within the Office of Security, Information Security Branch (SISGC) possesses a proven ability to operate independently by providing support for NGA's GEOINT/Program Protection, and Classification Management. In accordance with DoD, DNI, and NGA directives, the ISS will collaborate with security discipline representatives and agency Subject Matter Experts to disseminate information to the workforce on security related matters. The SISGC ISS routinely demonstrates security experience related to analysis, operations, risk assessments, source collection, intelligence production, damage assessments, research and development, and/or supply chain risk management. The ISS will organize and actively function as lead on various planning and project teams, maintain project status reports, and develop and present oral and written presentations to management and others. The ISS also applies knowledge of the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community security policies in classification management, program protection, information security, and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) program to address security related issues that affect the NGA workforce. Additional Application Requirement: You may be asked to complete one or more assessments in addition to the application you submit on this website as part of your application to NGA. These assessments may include but are not limited to: Online questionnaires or assessments that require you to describe your job-related knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that are aligned with the mandatory and desirable qualifications of this job posting. The information you provide in the application you submit must support the response you provide to this questionnaire. You will receive an email to describe any additional assessments required. Please monitor your emails and complete any required assessments as soon as possible. Mandatory Qualifications MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online applications must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement: Demonstrated knowledge of policies and procedures for the Original Classification Authority, Information Security, or Program Protection programs. Demonstrated application of requirements for classifying, making, redacting, handling, transporting, and safeguarding protected (e.g., Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act) and/or classified information. Demonstrated application of knowledge in one or more of the following: Classification Management, Information or Operations Security, Supply Chain Risk Management, or Program Protection. Demonstrated ability to conduct analysis of unclassified, highly sensitive, and close-hold information to identify sensitive information that could adversely affect mission if revealed to those without a need to know. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: A. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. -OR- B. Combination of Education and Experience: A minimum of 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in any area listed in option A, plus experience in applying security concepts, principles, and practices to review, analyze and resolve problems, develop guidance, and advise customers, or experience in a related area that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties associated with this work. As a rule, every 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of coursework is equivalent to one year of experience. Candidates should show that their combination of education and experience totals 4 years. -OR- C. Experience: A minimum of 4 years of experience applying security concepts, principles, and practices to review, analyze and resolve problems, develop guidance, and advise customers, or experience in a related area that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties associated with this work. -AND- LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Must obtain DoD Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within 24 months. Highly Desired Qualifications QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired: 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in critical thinking techniques, homeland security, information security, risk management, or supply chain management. Experience in managing information security implications within an organization, specific program, or other area of responsibility, to include strategic, personnel, infrastructure, policy enforcement, emergency planning, security awareness, and other resources. Experience performing duties in one or more of the following functional areas within the Intelligence Community: Personnel Security, Information Security, Records Management. Certification in one or more of the following: Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or GEOINT Professionals Certification (GPC). Additional Job Requirements You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. In addition, you are subject to a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination in order to maintain access to Top Secret information. All employees are subject to a periodic examination on a random basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Refusal to take the examination may result in denial of access to Top Secret information, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Employees with SCI access and who are under NGA cognizance are required to submit a Security Financial Disclosure Report, SF-714, on an annual basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Failure to comply may negatively impact continued access to Top Secret information, Information Systems, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY: Promotion opportunities allow applicants at all band levels to be considered. Qualifications for NGA positions do not include specific time-in-band requirements. NGA will emphasize quality of experience, rather than duration, and assess how the quality of the experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance in the NGA occupational structure. Band 04 $102,663 - $157,709 PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION: PCS expenses are authorized. Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the Federal Government. We offer a broad array of benefits programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family. For more information on the array of benefits programs, please visit https://www.intelligencecareers.gov/nga/ngabenefits.html Cover Letter Applicants are not required to submit a cover letter. The entire cover letter cannot exceed the specified limits provided in the Cover Letter field (3,000 characters). Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered. The cover letter is recommended but is not required for employment consideration with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Applicants should place their narrative information in the Cover Letter / Other Professional Details field. Who may apply External Applicants Only How to apply Application submission involves applying using the Intelligence Community's Applicant Gateway on-line application process. ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. How will I be evaluated? APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages: All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria, Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates, Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process. Military retiree applicants, if selected, may be impacted by the 180-day appointment restrictions of DODI 1402.01. HD personnel will provide additional information if applicable. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education information referenced in the announcement. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted. In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e., retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.) All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation. NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at recruitmentnga.mil. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Conditions of Employment As a condition of employment at NGA, persons being considered for employment must meet NGA fitness for employment standards. U.S. Citizenship Required Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) Polygraph Test Required Position Subject to Drug Testing Two Year Probationary Period Direct Deposit Required DCIPS Disclaimer NGA utilizes all processes and procedures of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Non-executive NGA employees are assigned to five distinct pay bands based on the type and scope of work performed. The employee's base salary is established within their assigned pay band based on their unique qualifications. A performance pay process is conducted each year to determine a potential base pay salary increase and/or bonus. An employee's annual performance evaluation is a key factor in the performance pay process. Employees on term or temporary appointments are not eligible to apply for internal assignment opportunity notices. This position is a DCIPS position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are an external applicant claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must self-identify your eligibility in your application.