IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

Summary

The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: AcqDemo This position is part of the Defense Microelectronics Activity. The incumbent serves as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for DMEA, performing reviews and identifying gaps in the DMEA cybersecurity architecture to develop solutions to accomplish cybersecurity program goals.

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021. As a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) at the NH-2210-2/3 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for DMEA. Performs reviews and identifies gaps in the DMEA cybersecurity architecture and develops solutions to accomplish cybersecurity program goals. Ensures cybersecurity-enabled products or other compensating security control technologies reduce any identified risks to an acceptable level. Develops plans and techniques to address new threats and improve the overall cybersecurity program and policies. Advises leaders and Authorizing Officials of changes affecting the organization's cybersecurity posture. Participates in risk governance processes to provide security risks, mitigations, and inputs on other technical risks. Performs cyber defense incident triage, to include determining scope, urgency, and potential impact; identifies the specific vulnerability; and makes recommendations that enable expeditious remediation.

Qualifications

To qualify for IT Cybersecurity Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the NH-02 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-01 (GS-4) level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. To qualify at the NH-03 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02 (GS-11) level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Creditable specialized experience includes: NH-02: Experience in a position covered by the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (https://www.cyber.mil/dod-workforce-innovation-directorate/dod-cyber-workforce-framework) or equivalent experience. Contributing to and implementing cybersecurity policies. Conducting key concepts in security management (e.g. Patch Management) and basic system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques. Implementing cybersecurity related projects or initiatives. Monitoring external data to maintain currency of cyber defense threat condition and determine which security issues may have an impact on the enterprise. NH-03: Experience in a position covered by the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (https://www.cyber.mil/dod-workforce-innovation-directorate/dod-cyber-workforce-framework) or equivalent experience; Implementing, developing, contributing to, or authoring cybersecurity policies; Overseeing or conducting key concepts in security management (e.g. Patch Management) and basic system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques; Implementing or managing cybersecurity related projects or initiatives; Monitoring external data to maintain currency of cyber defense threat condition and determine which security issues may have an impact on the enterprise B. Education Substitution: Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Education must be from a college or university accredited by an organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education. If using education to meet basic qualifications, YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT as supplemental documentation. To qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you must possess: NH-02: 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree NH-03: There is no education substitution for this broadband level. C. Combination: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for grade levels NH-02 and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Evaluations

We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below.

How to apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13014003 Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106., DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).

Other information Other Notes: Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. The overall salary range listed above is provided for informational purposes as it represents the full range that is applicable to current employees in this occupation/grade; however, a selectee's initial pay is always set below the maximum rate of the range. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Agency's interest. Relocation and/or Recruitment incentive may be authorized if determined by the Hiring Manager to be in the best interest of the Agency. Telework is available in accordance with DOD Policy basis. Remote work is not authorized. Re-employed Annuitant: If you have retired from civilian federal service and you are interested in employment as a re-employed annuitant, information can be found at: Reemployed Annuitants | DCPAS (osd.mil) Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)) This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.