Duties The primary purpose of this position is to oversee a Region's multi-state Technical Countermeasures Program (including, but not limited to, intrusion detection systems [IDS], video surveillance systems [VSS], physical access control systems [PACS], X-ray machines, walk through metal detectors [WTMD], and their associated communications networks and data storage systems, which are collectively known as the Technical Countermeasures [TCMs]) Program. The incumbent coordinates, communicates, oversees, and integrates program activities and is accountable for the overall success of the program, ensuring alignment with agency and enterprise priorities. Duties performed:

Monitors and tracks regional TCM projects and funding, equipment operating status, repair activities, and program improvement actions providing status updates and other reports to regional leadership, FPS Headquarters, and other stakeholders, as needed.
Coordinates inter-agency response to physical security needs within a protected facility by determining the scope and magnitude of changes to a facility's security posture.
Understands, evaluates, and assesses technical countermeasure information technology systems and associated cybersecurity threats to establish a sound and justifiable mitigation approach.
Evaluates and makes recommendations on overall technical countermeasure implementation, operation, repair, and replacement plans and proposals to ensure operating systems and elements are properly integrated with security and law enforcement capabilities.
Oversees regional TCM program compliance with all FPS policy, Interagency Security Committee (ISC) standards or guidelines, industry best practices, and other guidance such as interagency memorandums of agreement. Requirements Conditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required
One-year probationary period may be required.
Must meet Time-In-Grade requirements.
This position requires a negative pre-employment drug test prior to appointment into the position.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.
DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
License required: Yes, valid driver's license
Pre-employment physical required: No
This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE). For more information visit: https://www.afge.org/about-us/afge-at-a-glance/
Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expenses will not be paid.
Promotion Potential: This position is at the full performance level.
Essential Personnel: This position may be designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard to declarations of unscheduled leave or government closures due to weather, protests, acts of terrorism, or lack of funding Failure to report for or remain in this position may result in disciplinary or adverse action in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations (5 U.S.C.
7501-7533 and 5 CFR Part 752,'as applicable).
Random Drug Testing: This is a testing-designated position (TDP) and is subject to random drug testing. Qualifications Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Specialized Experience: GS-13: Applicant must demonstrate one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties:
Providing countermeasure program assurance and standardization in accordance with national program directives;
Providing supplemental guidance on security policies, standards and procedures;
Recommending improvements to physical security programs and systems; and
Providing technical assistance and guidance to program staff regarding national technical countermeasure programs NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. Only the first five pages of your resume will be used to make an eligibility/qualifications determination. Time-in-Grade Requirements: Under competitive merit promotion procedures, any individual who is currently holding, or who has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under a non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet "time-in-grade" requirements (have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade of the grade for which you are applying). Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to current competitive service employees applying for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. NOTE: All current or former Federal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 (you may need to submit more than one), "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to comply. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. NOTE: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Additional Conditions of Employment:
Training and Certification: This position will require that the incumbent obtain and maintain a minimum of DHS Project Manager Level II, Comp TIA A+, Network +, and Security + certifications within 24 months of employment. This position also requires that the incumbent complete any applicable DHS training.
Motor Vehicle Operation: This position requires that the incumbent possess a valid driver's license, maintain a safe driving record, and demonstrate that they are medically qualified to operate a motor vehicle safely in accordance with the standards and procedures established in 5 CFR 930. Periodic verification of license and safe driving record will be required.
Physical Security Training: The incumbent must satisfactorily complete (or have previously completed) the FPS Physical Security Training Program (PSTP) conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Note: DHS continues to take necessary steps to keep our workforce safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic. If you receive a final job offer to onboard, please complete the onboarding forms and submit them electronically in an expeditious manner. Your start date may be delayed if the action above is not completed. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for a Top Secret clearance as a condition of placement in this Critical-Sensitive position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Pursuant to Executive Order 12654 and DHS policy, DHS is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety- or security-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at DHS Headquarters are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet eligibility criteria for CTAP or ICTAP; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualifica