Security Analyst

Position Description

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience

5

Summary

The Security Analyst participates in maintaining and administering the Board’s electronic security system (ESS) and ensures that access control and CCTV functions remain operational. The incumbent shall possess the ability to implement and maintain small-to-moderate size applications, as necessary, to support the ESS. The Security Analyst shall have the ability to resolve complex technical issues and propose hardware/software solutions that comply within given constraints (i.e., the Board’s Information Security Program and legislative requirements such as the Interagency Security Committee, Sarbanes-Oxley, and/or Federal Information Security Management Act). Additionally, the incumbent will be required to review intelligence reports, assess security vulnerabilities, and design security systems based on analysis of those reports. The Security Analyst shall participate in developing, implementing, and adhering to physical security policies, regulations, and procedures for the Board. The Security Analyst shall embody a strong customer service philosophy and demonstrate professional behavior when interacting with all clients, in the performance of his or her day-to-day duties. Conduct research and identify appropriate guidance on all facets of the Board’s physical security program to senior leadership and/or project stakeholders.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides recommendations concerning the Board’s Electronic Security System (ESS) and assists with ensuring those critical systems remain operational. Assists with application system administration and maintenance of the ESS, which includes but is not limited to the implementation, troubleshooting, data management, testing, training, configuration, networking of various devices, and remote contingency operations centers. Researches and evaluates new technologies and existing system capabilities, then makes recommendations on alternate means of implementation/use in order to maximize the effectiveness of the ESS and/or physical security program.
• Assist with implementing, administering and/or maintaining software systems and applications to meet the physical security needs of the Board by utilizing knowledge of operating systems software, data management tools, and/or other software management tools as necessary. This may involve the use of integrated systems testing and/or the use of communications software to combine elements from multiple computing platforms.
• Supports compliance initiatives of all equipment, policies, and/or personnel with legislative guidelines such as the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Interagency Security Committee (ISC), Homeland Security Presidential Directives (HSPDs), Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), Board Information Security Program (BISP) procedures, and/or other guidelines as required.
• Conducts research and provide guidance on all facets of the Board’s physical security program, which includes but is not limited to infrastructure requirements, planning and program development in coordination with Law Enforcement Unit (LEU), equipment life cycle replacement, contract administration, and/or development of budgetary resource requirements. Additionally, identifies problems; recommends actions; and identifies/resolves potential security issues.
• Participates in the development of requirements, Statements of Work, and/or reviews proposals, construction drawings, specifications, and related material(s) to ensure appropriate security requirements, contract requirements, and/or compliance objectives are met.
• Participates in conducting physical security program evaluations and assist with the development of physical, industrial, and/or procedural security policies, procedures in draft for final approval by LEU.
• Serves as a “Security Officer”, “USACCESS Agency Lead” and “Sponsor” as defined by HSPD-12, in order to maintain compliance with legislative mandates and the Board’s PIV program. Ensures program effectiveness and efficiency by participating in developing policies and procedures for the Board’s PIV program.

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• Under LEU and or senior leadership request and guidance, assist in retrieving access control and or video surveillance data in support of their investigation.
• Facilitates and/or participates in conducting vulnerability assessments and/or assessing the Facility Security Level (FSL) to ensure compliance with ISC, the Board’s, Federal Reserve System, and/or Executive Branch security regulations.
• Assists in performing data alignments between various platforms such as Physical Access Control System (PACS), General Services Administration (GSA), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Active Directory (AD).
• Attend meetings with other government agencies and/or the Federal Reserve System to stay abreast on physical security matters. Share knowledge, perspective, and recommendation with LEU and senior leadership for consideration.
• Perform other duties as required
  
  

Position Requirements

FR-26 - Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. A minimum of five years’ experience in the implementation and on-going operation of software applications, of which at least three must be in access control systems. Must possess a working knowledge of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Physical Access Control System (PACS), Video Surveillance Systems and information technology, theory, and practice. Particularly, a basic understanding of how these individual vocations integrate to create physical protection systems used to provide for the safety and security of Board staff and facilities. Possess a working knowledge of operating systems, electronic system communication methods, line supervision, cable types, multiplexing, networking, and computer peripherals.

These are skills typically acquired by completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in management information systems, computer science, and/or a related discipline. Demonstrated experience in the interrelationships among systems and the ability to communicate highly technical concepts into non-technical language required. Requires excellent analytical and planning abilities, oral and written communication skills, and extraordinary interpersonal skills. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, based upon a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).

FR-27 Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. A minimum of six years’ experience in the implementation and on-going operation of software applications, of which at least three must be in access control systems. Must possess a solid foundation in Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Physical Access Control System (PACS), Video Surveillance Systems and information technology, theory, and practice. Particularly, how these individual vocations integrate to create physical protection systems used to provide for the safety and security of Board staff and facilities. Possess a solid foundation of operating systems, electronic system communication methods, line supervision, cable types, multiplexing, networking, and computer peripherals.

These are skills typically acquired by the completion of a bachelor’s degree in management information systems, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, computer science, and/or a related discipline. Demonstrated experience in the interrelationships among systems and the ability to communicate highly technical concepts into non-technical language required. Requires excellent analytical and planning abilities, oral and written communication skills, and extraordinary interpersonal skills. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, based upon a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).

Highly Desirable Skills

• Certification in CCure 9000 and Genetec Video Surveillance software platforms
• TCP/IP Power over Ethernet networking and troubleshooting
• Open Supervised Device Protocol, Wiegand Protocol understanding
• Knowledge of access control readers, credentials, and card technologies
• iStar Panel controller programming and diagnostics
• Experience with SQL, PowerShell, MS Office, programming and troubleshooting IoT devices, Adobe and Blue Beam
• Project management
  
  

Primary Location

DC-Washington

Employee Status

Regular

Overtime Status

Exempt

Job Type

Standard

Work Shift

1st Shift

Relocation Provided

Yes

Compensation Grade Low

FR PAY GRADE 26

Compensation Grade High

FR PAY GRADE 27

Minimum Salary

$128,600.00

Maximum Salary

$241,300.00

Posting Date

May 11, 2026