Summary The purpose of this position is to serve as a Risk Management Officer (RMO) responsible for drafting, coordinating, negotiating, implementing and overseeing Risk Management Strategies RMS), informed by the analysis of threats and vulnerabilities, to mitigate or negate business and security risks to national security. Responsibilities As a INDUSTRIAL SECURITY SPECIALIST (SENIOR RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER) you will be responsible for the following duties: Independently manages a large portfolio of the most complex cases, preparing routine and non-routine, in-depth Risk Management Strategies (RMS) that clearly convey the control(s) chosen for each risk indicator, a rationale for each control and any residual risk remaining requiring action by an outside party Serves as a senior technical authority, providing expert direction, feedback, coaching, and mentorship to government and contractor staff on highly complex business and security analysis, investigative techniques, and mitigation strategies. Drives process innovation by identifying significant areas for improvement, developing courses of action for leadership, and leading the implementation of solutions that enhance workflow, products, and internal guidance. Conducts high-level studies and critical reviews of performance metrics and data analysis for senior leadership, ensuring accuracy to inform strategic updates to policies and procedures. Independently prepares and delivers detailed briefings and formal training to internal/external senior-level customers, stakeholders, and intelligence community partners on all matters related to the verification and triage mission. Acts with full autonomy to coordinate complex verification processes, sensitive information requests, and reciprocity actions with other cognizant security agencies, responding independently to high-stakes information requests. Manages complex workloads and team metrics by setting priorities, monitoring suspense dates, and realigning tasks to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring timely completion of all actions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 04/02/2026 Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade (GS/GG-12) in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Applying advanced principles from multiple security disciplines (personnel, industrial, physical, information security) to independently analyze and resolve complex risk management and security issues. Analyzing and integrating complex intelligence and counterintelligence information to produce detailed analytical products that assess multifaceted threats to U.S. interests. Utilizing agency processes, systems, and tools to conduct due diligence and develop risk mitigation strategies for complex cases involving companies contracted to support the U.S. Government. Deconstructing complex, multi-layered corporate structures to identify and assess critical vulnerabilities related to foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI), key management personnel, and financial stability. Independently managing a moderately-complex to complex caseload by applying extensive security, business, or intelligence expertise to conduct in-depth research and analysis, produce high-quality Risk Management Strategies (RMAs) and determine tailored controls to mitigate risks posed by companies providing or seeking to provide classified or sensitive technologies and services through U.S. Government contracts. Briefing senior leaders and external partners, clearly articulating complex business and security risks and vulnerabilities and providing well-reasoned analytical judgments. Communicating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders regarding mission requirements, performance metrics, and the status of high-priority cases. Developing and presenting detailed findings on security risks and vulnerabilities to inform critical decisions regarding entity access to classified or sensitive U.S. Government information and technology. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Decision Making- Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. 2. Vulnerabilities Assessment and Management- Conduct assessments on threats and vulnerabilities, determine the level of risk, and develop and recommend appropriate mitigation countermeasures in operational and non-operational situations. Conduct assessments in a counterintelligence @context to protect against espionage, other intelligence activities, and sabotage conducted for or on behalf of foreign powers, organizations or persons, or international terrorist activities. 3. Program Security- Employ an array of traditional, acquisition and security measures to sustain secrecy of highly sensitive United States Government programs and/or activities. Prevent unauthorized disclosure of national security program information throughout the program lifecycle. 4. Oral Communications- Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. 5. Influencing and Negotiating- Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior; works with others towards an agreement; negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information VETERANS PREFERENCE/CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL In accordance with DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, veterans preference is not required to be applied when considering candidates with prior Federal competitive or excepted service who have completed a probationary or trial period and have not been separated for cause. Therefore, veterans preference will not be applied to applicants with current federal service, or former federal civilian service meeting the above criteria. Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Applicants selected from this announcement may be required to serve a two-year trial period. If selected, Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge that they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for a DCIPS excepted service positions. If selected, non-DCIPS candidates must acknowledge in writing that the position they have been selected for is in the excepted service and covered by DCIPS. All Defense Intelligence positions under the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) are in the excepted service by specific statue, 10 U.S.C. 1601. This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status. For more information on the DCIPS occupational structure click here. For more information about career advancement in DCIPS click here
