Job Title: Senior Technical Leader/ Chief, Program Protection Division (DC)

Responsibilities:
The Chief, Program Protection Division, is responsible for the development of policies, plans, and concepts for multidiscipline security (Physical Security, Personnel Security, Industrial Security, Information Security, etc.), Operations Security, Security Education Training and Awareness (SETA), Threat Indications and Warning (l&W), support to special programs and sensitive activities, and sensitive planning and support. As the senior security and intelligence policy advisor to the Director and expert on interagency coordination processes and procedures, the incumbent will oversee, guide, and direct major policy development and coordination projects. Leads three teams supporting NS/EP programs with responsibility to develop policies, establish guidance, and implement programs in support of operations for the organization's security programs, specialized sensitive support, and intelligence requirements, enabling protection of classified facilities and information at various locations. Advises senior executives and staff on new developments and advances in techniques in the specialty area of operational security and intelligence; plans, organizes and directs studies to develop long range (e.g. 5-10 year) plans and forecasts; recommends methods for enhancing efficiency of security systems and protective measures through modifications and applications of evolving technology; evaluates and makes recommendations concerning overall plans and proposals for major agency and interagency security and program protection projects; and implements DoD and national level guidance in agency standards, guidelines, or policies for major security programs and protection activities. Oversees the overall security program and coordinates with senior officials in developing security measures for the classification, safeguarding, transmission, declassification, and destruction of classified information.

The selected individual will be responsible for:

Responsible for development, implementation, and sustainment of the organization's NS/EP programs, facilities, and capabilities employed throughout the continental U.S. (CONUS), including continuous training of over 200 assigned personnel and hundreds of rotational personnel receiving support under the organization's mission.

Responsible for organizing, codifying, and managing the organization's specialized sensitive support program employing highly sophisticated measures to protect the organization's most critical assets; ensuring that programmatic activities are consistent with DoD Policy and U.S. Code including development of all foundational and supporting documentation throughout the program life cycle; training support packages are developed and implemented through testing and evaluation of employees to meet certification requirements established in DoD policy; and due diligence is conducted to periodically evaluate individual tenets of the program as considered in DoD policy.

Responsible for development and implementation of the organization's internal security incident response; investigations/inquiries of security incidents that threaten the security of the organization's information and assets; and developing/implementing the Incident Response Policy and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Develops and implements program protection plans and security strategies at various facilities. Establishes and oversees a comprehensive security program that includes multidiscipline security (Physical Security, Personnel Security, Industrial Security, Information Security, etc.), Operations Security, SETA, Threat I&W and sensitive planning and support. Responsible for the physical security and access control program at various sites to preclude unauthorized access to facilities and information. Develops and implements security and awareness programs for personnel assigned to or visiting assigned sites. Analyzes, plans, and implements operational security procedures to ensure business continuity and crisis resilience in support of NS/EP and the previously identified security disciplines.

Responsible for overseeing the formulation and execution of the Division's annual budget using the planning, programming, budget and execution methodology to efficiently allocate resources. Additionally, the candidate should possess a thorough understanding of the acquisition of supplies and services with appropriated funds via contracting IAW the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).

Applying highly specialized knowledge and guidance to TF continuity of operations (COOP) policies, as required;

Monitoring operations to identify, develop, and refine broad-based strategies to improve the overall program protection's effectiveness and efficiency of policy and procedures;

Developing, directing, and modifying NS/EP support focused on critical, long-range strategic emergency and mobilization policies for specialized and critical elements of supported organizations;

Providing oversight to the development and implementation of special programs and sensitive activities, which receive the careful attention of senior leaders in the U.S. Government;

Serving as the senior security policy expert for specialized projects and mi ions, including development of concepts and requirements for the demobilization of COOP resources and emergency action procedures to include required documentation for the control and use of facilities in the event of an emergency, and execution of interagency coordination procedures to ensure compatibility of emergency plans;

Representing the TF at national-level meetings and conferences, advising executive leadership on interagency NS/EP policies, memoranda of agreement, and operational readiness programs designed to sustain mission essential functions;

Evaluating, reviewing and advising executive leadership on risk management and alternative operational concepts based on vulnerability risk assessment results and recommendations;

Evaluating new and revised U.S. statutes and DoD directives and regulations related to COOP and NS/EP policy and advising senior TF leadership on their impact on TF policy objectives;

Collaborating with DoD program oversight officials, stakeholders, mission partners, and mission enablers to enhance the TF's mission.



Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule:
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.

Salary Range: DISL Tier 1 - $191,900 - $207,500
Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.

The incumbent of this position is designated as an Emergency Employee (EE), Non-Combat Essential (NCE) for purposes of weather-related events and/or in support of emergency operations, humanitarian missions, disaster relief, or other expeditionary missions in the continental United States that are not considered \



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U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate.

For current DISLs, you must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 in addition to your resume. For all non-DISL applicants, in addition to your resume, you must submit a 3-page document (no less than 11-point font, 1-inch margins) showing evidence that you meet the Technical Qualifications described in this Posting. Failure to submit either an SF-50 or your 3-page Technical Qualification write-up will disqualify you from consideration.

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The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to 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 a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.