IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)-Direct Hire Authority

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The primary purpose of this position is to Administers the Cybersecurity Program while applying cybersecurity principles, methods and security products to protect and maintain the availability, integrity, confidentiality and accountability of information system resources and information processed throughout the system's life cycle.

Duties

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• Administers the Cybersecurity Program.
• Applies cybersecurity principles, methods and security products to protect and maintain the availability, integrity, confidentiality and accountability of information system resources and information processed throughout the system's life cycle.
• Guides work center personnel in the execution of a broad range of processes and practices to meet cybersecurity requirements.

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage and Fact Sheet ;/li>
• Must be eligible for TS or TS/SCI security clearance
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• This is a designated Drug Testing Position
• The employee may be recalled to duty and required to work overtime during other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays on an emergency basis.
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• This is a cybersecurity position within the DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework (DCWF); the employee will be fully qualified in accordance with DoDD 8140.01, DoDI 8140.02, and DoDM 8140.03.
• Failure to obtain and maintain proper DCWF foundational qualifications may result in removal from this position.
• This employee may be required to travel away from the normal duty station as-well-as may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 (Alternative A).

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

This standard allows eligibility through meeting either the requirements specified in the section titled education or experience.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience: ability to administers the Cybersecurity Program while applying cybersecurity principles, methods and security products to protect and maintain the availability, integrity, confidentiality and accountability of information system resources and information processed throughout the system's life cycle.

.NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.

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EDUCATION: Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management, mathematics, operations research, statistics or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the following fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

Ideal Candidate (statement is placed within the announcement):

• 2 years' work experience serving as a cybersecurity professional with knowledge of AF cybersecurity principles, practices, and methods for risk mitigation.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements and techniques for protecting computer systems from unauthorized users, data tampering, and malicious threats.
• Knowledge of Emissions security requirements and TEMPEST standards for protecting classified data from emanations and unauthorized access.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in conducting and participating in COMPUSEC and TEMPEST audits and assessments

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of a full range of cybersecurity principles, concepts, practices, products and services, and methods for evaluating risk and vulnerability, implementing mitigating improvement, and disseminating cybersecurity tools and procedures.

2. Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements for Assessment and Authorization, network operations and protocols, systems testing and evaluation, and performance management methods sufficient to plan and conduct security assessments.

3. Knowledge of enclave cybersecurity requirements and techniques for protecting computer systems from unauthorized users, data tampering, and malicious threats.

4. Knowledge of a broad range of telecommunications concepts and principles, operating modes, systems, media, equipment, equipment configuration, and related software systems, processes and procedures to assess and advise on vulnerability to attack from a variety of sources (e.g., espionage, disruption of services, destructive programs/applications) and procedures and methods for protection of systems and applications.

5. Ability to apply findings of assessments to mitigate cybersecurity risks through the implementation of corrective actions.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

7. Ability to apply policies, principles, and cybersecurity concepts sufficient to carry out activities leading to Assessment and Authorization approval.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may result in selection.

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This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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