The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Industry Engagement Manager and principal modal advisor to TSA senior leadership by building strategic partnerships with executive-level stakeholders in the pipeline and energy sectors, as well as federal, state, and local partners.
The role applies technical knowledge of pipeline physical and cyber security requirements to identify risks and vulnerabilities, resolve complex cross-organizational issues and support crisis management.
This TRANSPORTATION SECURITY SPECIALIST position is located in the Strategy, Policy and Engagement Office/Surface Policy & Cyber Integration Division/Industry Engagement Branch, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Duties include but are not limited to: Build strategic partnerships and use professional experience in pipeline industry or energy sector security programs, policies, programs, regulations and directives to resolve industry issues while maintaining the integrity of the pipeline security system.
Engage executive level stakeholders and professional associations on policy interpretation, advise senior Transportation Security Administration (TSA) leaders, represent TSA in executive forums, and support policy development in areas of security programs and policies within TSA.
Demonstrate expertise in modal security, pipeline or energy sector operations, stakeholders, and security programs to identify risks, develop cost-effective solutions, and support information sharing that reduces risk and operational impacts.
Engage stakeholders on behalf of TSA to develop and advance transportation security policy, support crisis management, resolve complex issues, develop leadership materials, and recommend engagement strategies that promote dialogue and consensus.
"The ideal candidate will possess" experience advancing pipeline physical and cyber security through collaboration with industry and government partners, applying knowledge of hazardous liquid and/or natural gas pipeline operations and security requirements, and resolving complex issues that affect strategic security objectives. This vacancy announcement is concurrently advertised under Government-Wide Announcement Number HQ-SPE-44848-13081667-ST
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; situational telework may be permitted in accordance with departmental policy telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.
For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Employees who transfer to TSA from an agency that allows employees to maintain an annual leave balance higher than the maximum accumulation for the appointed position will have their leave ceiling set to the maximum accumulation for the appointed position (e.g., United States duty location - 240 hours, foreign duty location - 360 hours, or TSES position - 720 hours). TSA will not make a monetary payment for any leave forfeited under these circumstances.
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This position is with Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security.
The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-21.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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