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Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services
• Department: Department of Health and Human Services
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Salary: $143913 – $187093/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: Few
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Other
• Date Posted: 2026-10-29
• Application Deadline: 2026-11-02

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Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Immediate Office of the Secretary, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. This announcement will close at 11:59 PM, on the day that 50 applications have been received or the closing date of the announcement, whichever comes first.

Key Responsibilities

As a(n) Special Security Officer, you will: Interface directly with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) and other federal agencies to evaluate, coordinate, and adapt agency security programs in response to evolving requirements, threats, and mission needs.

Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and security protocols governing the receipt, handling, storage, transmission, dissemination, and safeguarding of highly sensitive national security and intelligence information.

Primary liaison for classified information technology and communications systems support, coordinating with network owners to ensure the secure operation, maintenance, and availability of Unclassified, SIPRNet, and JWICS systems, including classified video teleconferencing (VTC) and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) capabilities, within the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).

Establish and maintain a comprehensive oversight program to evaluate OPDIV and STAFFDIV implementation of ICD and ICS policies. Conducts assessments and provides recommendations to improve program effectiveness and operational efficiency.

Requirements & Education

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov. Note: Applications can be accepted from students who expect to complete qualifying education within 9 months from the date of application. Education was completed successfully before the applicant can be appointed.

Contact

ASKOHR@hhs.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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