Potential applicants are strongly urged to read this entire vacancy announcement to ensure they meet all of the requirements for this position and fully understand the special circumstances involving a career in the Foreign Service before applying.  All applicants must be American citizens and at least 20 years old to apply and at least 21 years of age to be appointed. All career candidates must be appointed to the Foreign Service prior to the month in which they reach 60 (preference eligible veterans excepted).

The Department of State is seeking Foreign Service Security Technical Specialists to serve at U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide.  Candidates must agree not only to serve at any U.S. diplomatic or consular post abroad, but also at domestic locations such as the Department of State in Washington, DC, and the Florida Regional Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The Foreign Service is more than a job – it's a career.  As a member of a diplomatic team, you will not only help to accomplish the mission of the Department of State, but you will also be a representative of your country to the people of other nations.  A career in the Foreign Service involves uncommon commitments and occasional hardships, as well as unique rewards and opportunities.  A decision to enter this career involves exceptional motivation, a firm dedication to public service, and a clear understanding of the high level of travel required.

Many overseas posts are in small or remote countries where harsh climates, health hazards, and other discomforts exist, and where American-style amenities frequently are unavailable. Travel to and from some locations may involve hardships, and oftentimes, personal inconvenience.  However, careers in the Foreign Service offer special rewards, including the pride and satisfaction of representing the United States and protecting U.S. interests abroad.

The Foreign Service strives to maintain diversity in the representation of gender, geographic regions, race, and ethnicity.