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Physical Security Specialist (2026-0066)

U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Diplomatic Security

  • Arlington, VA
  • Today
  • $121,785–$158,322 Per Year
  • Contractor
  • Full-time

Highlights

To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities, visit:www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.

Numbers & Facts

LocationArlington, VA
Job TypeContractor, Full-time
Salary$121,785–$158,322 Per Year
Websitehttps://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-management/bureau-of-diplomatic-security/

Description

This is a non-status, non-permanent Personal Service Contract (PSC) position. You do not acquire competitive or excepted service status from this position. You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not get full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  •  U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance
  • Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities, visit:www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 

This position requires less than 50% travel.

TELEWORK:

Position is telework eligible, but must be approved at managerial discretion.

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT:

Temporary Non-Status Contractor Position: 1 year renewable for up to 4 years.

Job Responsibilities

This position is located in the Special Security Operations (SSO) Division, Office of Information Security, Directorate of Security Infrastructure, Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS/IS/SSO). In this position you will:

  • Correctly interprets and applies Intelligence Community (IC) and Overseas Security Policy Board (OSPB) security policies
  • Cordinates with agencies and offices on security issues
  • Stay current on Department of State and Diplomatic Security policy changes
  • Resolves complex security issues

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement. 

Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 

  • Experience developing, implementing, or evaluating physical security programs, policies, or procedures
  • Experience coordinating security planning for construction, renovation, or facility design projects
  • Experience investigating security incidents or breaches and recommending corrective actions
  • Experience advising management on security countermeasures


There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

  • Submit a detailed resume. Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 pm on the closing date of this announcement, September 30, 2026.
  • Your resume or application must clearly reflect the requirements of this position. If your resume does not meet these requirements, your application may not be considered.
  • Resume limited to two pages showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered. Resumes longer than two pages will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further.
  • Applications which are incomplete, not received by the deadline stated above will not be considered.
  •  All materials submitted will become property of the Department of State.

For any questions, please contact DS HRM at DSPSC@state.gov.

Skills

  • Knowledge of physical security technology, systems, devices, and countermeasures
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering (A&E) designs, blueprints
  • Ability to prepare formal assessments, reports, and other documentation
  • Knowledge of domestic and overseas post functions, operations and physical environments

Benefits

Paid Time-Off, Flexible Schedule, Life Insurance, Paid Sick Days, 401K, Parental Paid Leave

About Company

As the law enforcement and security arm of the U.S. Department of State, the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) is responsible for leading worldwide security and law enforcement efforts to advance U.S. foreign policy and safeguard national security interests. DS fulfills its mission through the hard work of its committed and highly trained security professionals-special agents, engineers, technical specialists, diplomatic couriers, Civil Service specialists, and contractors-who work together to ensure that their State Department colleagues can carry out their foreign policy missions safely and securely.

AGENCY BENEFITS:

  • Personal Service Contracts are eligible to participate in the PSC Health Insurance Reimbursement Program which allows for a contribution of 72 percent against the contractor’s health insurance premium costs toward either an individual or family policy, provided that such costs may not exceed the maximum U.S. Government contribution for personnel as announced annually by the Office of Personnel Management. Supplemental insurance, such as dental and vision, is not eligible for this reimbursement under this program. The Department’s PSC Life Insurance Reimbursement Program allows for PSC’s to be provided a contribution of 50 percent against the actual costs of an individual annual life insurance policy not to exceed $500.00 per year.
  • Personal Service Contractors entering on duty with prior qualifying service, as defined by OPM, may have their service computation dates updated to credit their years of applicable prior service for higher annual leave accrual rates. PSC leave accrual rates are explained in 3 FAM 9116.1
  • Benefits for PSC’s in the Department of State are outlined in 3 FAM 9116.

OTHER INFORMATION:

  • For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, pleasecontact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) 663-3474 or OAA@state.gov.
  • If eligible, telework agreements may be permitted with supervisoryapproval.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

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