The U.S. Embassy has a full time opening for a Security Program Specialist position. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with rotating shifts and rotating work days. Applicants must have the required work and residency permits to be eligible for consideration.

Main responsibility:

Provides security for U.S. Embassy Nicosia by performing procedures to detect, recognize and report on potential surveillance directed against U.S. Government facilities and/or personnel. In case of an imminent attach, calls for immediate assistance and takes action to prevent injury or death to personnel and destruction of property.

Required Qualifications:

1. Education: High School Diploma Required.

2. Prior Experience: None

3. Language Skills: Level 3 (Good Working Knowledge) English and Level IV (Fluency) in either Greek or Turkish is required.

Knowledge: Knowledge of security techniques require
Other Skills: A valid driver's license is required. Level 1 keyboarding/typing and basic PC skills required. Must have strong organizational and observation skills.

Please visit the following website for detailed qualifications for the position:

http://cyprus.usembassy.gov/TheEmbassy/employment.htm

Applicants should send a resume with a cover letter in English to: U.S. Embassy, HR Office, Security Program Specialist Vacancy, P.O. Box 24536, 1385 Nicosia, or via E-mail to: VacanciesNicosia@state.gov to arrive no later than November 9, 2009. No telephone calls will be accepted. An Equal Opportunity Employer.