Supervisory Vulnerability Assessment Specialist

Supervisory Vulnerability Assessment Specialist

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Fort Belvoir, Virginia

Salary Range: $169279 - $197200 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.

Major Duties:

• As a Supervisory Vulnerability Assessment Specialist at the GS-0301-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: The Mission Assurance Blue Division conducts risk-based vulnerability assessments for the DoD to enhance the safety and security of U.S. government mission critical profiles in order to prevent and mitigate threats or the impacts of hazards to the United States and its allies and partners. The incumbent serves as the Mission Assurance Blue Division Chief and the senior DTRA blue assessment government representative, supervising government employees, military members, and overseeing work performed by contractors in the performance of Mission Assurance Blue assessments. The incumbent is directly responsible for the efforts of more than 100 individuals. Oversees ten teams conducting 50 Mission Assurance Assessments annually. These assessments are detailed, multi disciplinary, risk-based assessments of critical systems, networks, and architectures that could be exploited by state or non-state threat networks or could be significantly impacted by natural or accidental hazards. Oversees the coordination of assessment requirements, methodology development, training, and assessment execution. Disciplines include: civil engineering, mechanical engineering, cyber operations and networking, security operations, emergency management, and risk and vulnerability management. Develops the structure to integrate the assessment results of each of the specialists into a combined, standardized assessment report. Directs program review activities including establishing schedules, evaluating progress, tasking problem resolution, and adjusting resource allocations. Directs fiscal execution to ensure achieving DoD and DTRA obligation and disbursement goals and to optimize resource utilization in furtherance of national security objectives. Formulates, submits, and defends a cohesive, comprehensive integration plan for current and future fiscal years which is capable of achieving program objectives. Reports to and provides initiatives and recommendations to the Director, Mission Assurance Department and various other senior leader General and Flag Officers and Senior Executive Service internal and external to the organization. Supports the maturation and integration of efforts across the Mission Assurance Department. Represents DTRA in interactions with OSD, Joint Staff, CCMDs, Military Services, and other DoD and government agencies. Develops briefings and products for DoD stakeholders. Provides findings, mitigation strategies and methodologies via correspondence, briefings, memoranda, and other documentation to senior leaders throughout DoD, the interagency, and the federal government at the General Officer, Flag Officer, Senior Executive Service (GO/FO/SES) level.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the GS-15 if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service; Specialized experience is defined as: Overseeing large programs and providing leadership and program management for complex teams/programs involved in resource allocation, risk evaluation, and task prioritization concurrently; Utilizing Mission Assurance, including but not limited to Vulnerability Assessments or Red Team Missions such as Cyber, Physical, and/or Analytical assessments, and/or Strategic Trend Analysis of Vulnerabilities that integrate the results of multiple assessments; Coordinating programs/projects across multiple organizations at the level of Office the of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Staff (JS), Combatant Commands (COCOMs) and or Inter-agency coordination; Providing/presenting oral and written communications in the form of briefings/memos about organizational guidance, requirements, complex concepts, procedures, and decisions to all levels of the unit including subordinate leaders/teams and senior leaders (ex. General Officer, Flag Officer, Senior Executive Service (GO/GO/SES)level)), and; Managing and/or supervising federal civilian and military employees as well as overseeing work executed by a contractor workforce. (Experience must be clearly demonstrated in your resume) 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.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12912158. Review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Application Deadline: 2026-04-06