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Technical Security Officer

Work Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $43,000 – $53,000
Location: Washington, DC metropolitan area


Technical Security Officers will hold responsibility for the configuration design, deployment and maintenance of a variety of security systems. Candidates will work regularly with Area and Regional Security Officers to coordinate overseas security programs. Regular foreign travel is required throughout the specialist's career, and candidates are expected to serve multiple overseas assignments. Applicants are also expected to engage in administrative duties, as assigned, and to work with and lift heavy equipment.


Minimum requirements include a minimum of an engineering degree or an associate's degree in electronics technology. In lieu of a degree, a certificate of completion for equivalent military, commercial or industry-recognized electronics school or training programs, or comprehensive work experience will be accepted. Candidates must also demonstrate proficiency in the field of electronics or an electromechanical environment. Knowledge of electronic or manual safe lock servicing, electricity, alarms and experience working as a locksmith are ideal.

All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. US citizenship is required.

To be considered suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.

Important Notice: Friends, family, individuals, or organizations may be interested to learn that you are an applicant for or an employee of the CIA. Their interest, however, may not be benign or in your best interest. You cannot control whom they would tell. We therefore ask you to exercise discretion and good judgment in disclosing your interest in a position with the Agency. You will receive further guidance on this topic as you proceed through your CIA employment processing.

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Note:
Multiple submissions are unnecessary and will slow the processing of your resume. Of course, if you made an error in your submission or need to update your resume, you may submit another resume. The second resume will overwrite the first.

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Posted: Apr 21, 2007 06:38 PM
Last Updated: Mar 05, 2008 03:27 PM
Last Reviewed: Mar 05, 2008 03:27 PM