# SECURITY SPECIALIST

Hiring organization: [Department of the Air Force Headquarters](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/department-of-the-air-force-headquarters)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/c9f558a5-139d-4213-ac50-48d4d5bb532e

Listed on Department of the Air Force Headquarters's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
- Salary: 130461 – 169604 USD per year

## Summary

This senior-level federal role oversees security policy and compliance across classified Air Force special access programs, directing information systems, personnel, and physical security initiatives. The position suits experienced security professionals ready to manage complex DoD security operations and provide policy guidance to government and contractor stakeholders.

_Our summary, not Department of the Air Force Headquarters's wording._

## Skills named

Information Systems Security, Physical Security

## Required

- Extensive knowledge of SAP information, industrial, and personnel security policies
- Comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community program management
- Advanced knowledge of security training concepts and practices
- Expertise in developing and evaluating security programs for classified missions
- Full range of personnel management and technical oversight responsibilities
- Ability to communicate clearly with high-ranking officials and customers
- Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
- Eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
- Pass initial and periodic drug testing
- Undergo AFOSI background investigation and suitability determination

## Nice to have

- Previous military experience
- Experience from private sector
- Experience from another government agency

Apply on Department of the Air Force Headquarters's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889817100