SummaryThis position is being recruited under 10 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command. It is in the Professional Work Category at the Full Performance Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. It is located in the DISA - OC/INFRASTRUCTURE DIRECTORATE.
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- Serves as a senior specialist in Cybersecurity Management. Oversees the cybersecurity program of an information system or network.
- Manages information security implications within the organization, specific program, or other areas of responsibility, to include strategic, personnel, infrastructure, requirements, policy enforcement, emergency planning, security awareness.
- Develops cyberspace plans, strategy, and policies and procedures to support and align with organizational cyberspace missions and initiatives.
- Ensures information systems reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data; responsible for coordinating a variety of complex and unusual information security issues.
- Monitors and evaluates systems, compliance with IT security policies and requirements. Provides advice and guidance in implementing IT security policies and procedures in the development and operation of network systems.
- Participates in network and systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate systems security policies.
- Facilitates the gathering, analysis, and preservation of evidence used in the prosecution of computer crimes. Assesses security events to determine impact and implements corrective actions.
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Conditions of employment- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
- This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
- In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements overall in 12 months.
- The incumbent of this position must obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance and eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
- Shift work may be required.
- This position has been designated as Mission Essential.
- This is a drug testing position.
QualificationsIn order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below.
Basic Requirements:Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.
Customer Service - experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs.
Oral Communication -briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience.
Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions.
ANDQualifying Experience:To qualify at the GG-12, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Experience refers to any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and Military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, qualifying experience is defined as:
experience in adapting security guidelines, policies, or standard operating procedures to meet the specific compliance, operational, or technical needs of an assigned IT or network environment; conducting audits of information systems, servers, network devices; reviewing system user accounts, managing access tracking systems, investigating security incidents, and reporting findings to leadership.Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.
EducationThere is no substitution of education for the qualifying experienceat the GG-12 grade level.Additional information- This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It is being recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system.
- If you are a current Federal Career/Career-Conditional employee, you will be placed on an Excepted appointment.
- This appointment does not confer eligibility to be non-competitively converted to an appointment in the competitive service.
- Salary range includes a Targeted Local Market Supplement (TLMS) in accordance with Section 1599f of Title 10 U.S.C. and Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1400.25, Volume 3006.
- A three year trial period may be required if you have not previously completed a trial or probationary period in the excepted or competitive service.
- Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination
- Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement.
- We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
- Moving costs MAY be paid.
- The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
- Salary plus Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized. This rate is subject to change without notice.
- Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized.
- This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual.
- This position has been designated as "Mission Essential." Incumbent will be required to report to work or relocate to a new duty location, within the United States, in times of local/national emergency.
- This position may require the incumbent to work an alternative schedule or shift work schedule.
- Because this position is in the Cyber Excepted Service, Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of the Title 5 U.S.C. in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, "CES Employment and Placement." If you are a veteran claiming veteran's preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.
- For more information on the Cyber Excepted Service Personnel System, click here.
- For more information on veterans' preference, click here.
- For more information regarding qualifications requirements, click here.
- All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact for assistance.
- If selected, the authorized rate of pay may exceed the stated maximum salary rate range under certain circumstances.
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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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