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Lead Security Assistant

Veterans Health Administration

Tacoma, WA · full time · Lead / Staff / Principal

$51,037 – $66,348

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

A federal law enforcement support role within the Department of Veterans Affairs overseeing security staff and coordinating daily operations across VA facilities. This position suits experienced security or police support professionals ready to lead a small team and manage administrative tasks in a structured federal environment.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-5 level or equivalent in security or law enforcement support
  • Knowledge of security or law enforcement objectives and programs
  • Experience overseeing and leading staff workload

Nice to have

  • Background in physical alarm systems and security cameras
  • Experience with dispatch operations
  • Experience maintaining reports and logs

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