SUPERVISORY INDUSTRIAL SECURITY SPECIALIST (CHIEF OF OPERATIONS)

The purpose of this position is to serve as the EV Chief of Operations ensuring EV can meet its national security mission regarding the vetting of contractors for business integrity, lawful conduct and foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI) risks.

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 11/10/2026 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-14) 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: Demonstrating (1) significant experience with industrial security (primarily the National Industrial Security Program (NISP)) or experience with industrial security AND other security disciplines or (2) significant experience in business, including but not limited to legal practices, mergers & acquisitions, business operations, finance/accounting, auditing, or due diligence. Managing a portfolio, projects, programs, or systems. Applying a broad understanding of security, intelligence, and business, as well as the ability to understand workflows, metrics/production requirements, and needs analysis. Leading or significantly contributing to training others or leading and mentoring others, particularly medium to large teams comprised on diverse personnel, such as civilian/contractors or cross-generational. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Strategic Thinking- Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment that takes into consideration the environment, resources, capabilities, constraints, and organization goals and values. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks and contingencies, recognizing the implications for the organization and stakeholders. 2. Risk Management- Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools used for risk assessment and mitigation, including assessment of failures and their consequences. 3. Planning & Evaluation- Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. 4. Program Security- Employs an array of acquisition and contract security measures to sustain secrecy of highly sensitive USG programs and/or activities. Prevents unauthorized disclosure of national intelligence program information throughout the contract lifecycle. 5. Accountability- Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules. 6. Leadership: Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.