0086 - Security Clerical and Assistance Series

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Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This series covers positions the primary duties of which are to supervise or perform clerical and assistant tasks in support of established security programs (e.g., personnel, physical, information, or industrial security) when such work requires, in addition to general administrative and/or clerical skills, practical knowledge of specific security objectives, programs, methods, and procedures, and skills in carrying out support tasks related to security administration.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the MISCELLANEOUS OCCUPATIONS GROUP (NOT ELSEWHERE CLASSIFIED), click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

Compare Credential Agency Related As GI Bill® Accreditation ID
Certified Records Manager (CRM) In DemandIs In Demand Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM) mostMost    
Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Is Not In Demand ASIS International otherOther GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) mostMost GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Physical Security Professional (PSP) Is Not In Demand ASIS International otherOther GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) In DemandIs In Demand International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC 2) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Is Not In Demand NCMS Society of Industrial Security Professionals someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Computer Skills Specialist Is Not In Demand American Education Certification Association (AECA) mostMost    
Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP) Is Not In Demand National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Records Analyst (CRA) Is Not In Demand Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM) mostMost    

Department of Defense (DoD) Mandated Certifications

Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Program

The SPeD Certification Program is part of the Department of Defense's (DoD) initiative to professionalize the security workforce. This initiative is intended to ensure that there is a common set of competencies among security practitioners that promotes interoperability, facilitates professional development and training, and develops a workforce of certified security professionals.

For additional information related to the SPeD Certification Program please visit the website.


State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Related Civilian Private Sector Occupations

The following civilian private sector occupations are similar to the duties performed by 0086 - Security Clerical and Assistance Series. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below.

Civilian Job Duties Matched Bright Outlook Registered Apprenticeship Local Salary Info
Court Clerks someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
Document Management Specialists someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
File Clerks someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Intelligence Analysts someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
License Clerks someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
Office Clerks, General someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Private Detectives and Investigators someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Receptionists and Information Clerks someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Security Guards someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Security Management Specialists someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
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This is an official U.S. Navy websiteUpdated: October 16, 2019
Click here to go to Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) web page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) provides a recognized and reliable indication of a security practitioner's understanding of foundational concepts, principles, and practices needed to successfully perform functions, implement programs, and pursue missions to protect DoD assets. The SFPC is a prerequisite for the Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC).

Click here to go to Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) web page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) provides a recognized and reliable indication of a security practitioner's ability to apply foundational concepts, principles, and practices needed to successfully perform functions, implement programs, and pursue missions to protect DoD assets. The SAPPC is ideal for personnel who will be or are already performing security functions as an additional and/or embedded duty on behalf of (and as specified by) a DoD Component. The certification is also ideal for personnel who are working toward or already occupy full-time security positions for which attainment of this certification has been deemed a requirement or a professional development milestone. The SAPPC is the second of four certifications within the SPeD Certification Program. To obtain the SAPPC, candidates must already be a recipient of the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC).

Click here to go to Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC) web page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC) is required for all Personnel Security Adjudicators in the DoD Consolidated Adjudication Facility, DoD Intelligence Community Central Adjudication Facilities, and personnel security adjudicators employed by an agency accepted to participate in the program.

Click here to go to Physical Security Certification (PSC) web page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The Physical Security Certification (PSC) is ideal for DoD, Industry, and federal members performing physical security functions.

Click here to go to Certified Records Manager (CRM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM), Certified Records Manager (CRM) certification requires candidates to meet both educational and work experience certification requirements. A minimum of one year of professional records and information management (RIM) work experience is required, regardless of the level of education a candidate possesses. The minimum acceptable education is graduation from high school (completion of 12 grades) or equivalent (e.g., GED credential or equivalency diploma) in conjunction with five years of professional level RIM experience. The preferred qualifications are a college degree (four-year or bachelor’s degree) and one year of professional RIM experience. CRM candidates must pass a six-part written examination.

Click here to go to GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) is an entry level security certification created to provide assurance that a certified individual holds the appropriate level of knowledge and skill necessary for anyone with hands on technical responsibilities in the key or essential areas of information security. The certification is targeted toward IT security professionals that want to demonstrate they are qualified for IT systems hands-on roles with respect to security tasks. Candidates are required to demonstrate an understanding of information security beyond simple terminology and concepts. There are no prerequisites for the GSEC certification.

Click here to go to Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) is an intermediate skill level certification for individuals involved in network and systems security administration who are responsible for developing the information security policies, standards, and procedures and managing their implementation across various hardware and software programs in their organization. The SSCP is targeted toward those working towards positions such as Network Security Engineers, Security Systems Analysts, or Security Administrators. It is also appropriate for personnel in other non-security disciplines that require an understanding of security but do not have information security as a primary part of their job description, including information systems auditors; application programmers; system, network and database administrators; business unit representatives, and systems analysts. Candidates must have at least one year of systems security-related work experience.

Click here to go to GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) is a basic skill level certification for managers, information security officers, and system administrators who need an overview of information assurance, risk management and defense in depth techniques. The GISF is targeted toward individuals who write, implement, or must adhere to, disaster recovery or business continuity policies. GISF candidates will be able to demonstrate key concepts of information security including understanding the threats and risks to information and information resources, identifying best practices that can be used to protect them, and learning to diversify our protection strategy. There are no prerequisites for the GISF certification.

Click here to go to Industrial Security Professional (ISP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certification is an intermediate-level credential intended for security professionals who act as Facility Security Officers, or an equivalent, for facilities that protect classified government information and material. Candidates must take and pass a written examination with a focus on the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and requirements of related government security programs. Candidates must also have five years of relevant work experience, submit a recommendation from a current supervisor, and adhere to the NCMS code of ethics.

Click here to go to Certified Computer Skills Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

The NCCA Certified Computer Skills Specialist credential is recommended for computer technicians who work in health care provider offices. Typical duties performed by Certified Computer Skills Specialists include administrative tasks, creating documents, editing documents, data entry, processing word documents, making newsletters, presentations and promotional material, record keeping, publishing new requested documents, managing contacts and other tasks. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and completed a training program or have an approved amount of experience. This certification is renewed annually. See the agency website for more information.

Click here to go to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. Key technologies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, SharePoint and OneNote. Candidates must pass one certification exam. There are no experience requirements for this certification but Microsoft Learning recommends that a candidate have hands-on experience with the product prior to testing.

Click here to go to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. Key technologies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. Candidates must pass one certification exam. There are no experience requirements for this certification but Microsoft Learning recommends that a candidate have hands-on experience with the product prior to testing.

Click here to go to Certified Records Analyst (CRA) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

In Demand

This certification is considered in demand

GI Bill®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill. Click for external link to GI Bill licensing and certification information.

Note: GI Bill approval data is updated quarterly. For the latest information, visit the WEAMS Licenses/Certifications Search page. Make sure to select "Both" in the LAC Category Type drop-down before searching.

Click here to go to the GI Bill site.

ANSI

This credential has been accredited by ANSI. Click for external link to the ANSI web site.

ICAC

This credential has been accredited by ICAC. Click for external link to the ICAC web site.

NCCA

This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site.

ABSNC

This credential has been accredited by ABSNC. Click for external link to the ABSNC web site.

IAS

This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job
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