Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

Summary You will serve as a Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) in the COMMUNICATIONS & INFOR SYS DIV, C4I OPERATIONS BR of COMMANDER US FLEET FORCES COMMAND. Responsibilities You will be responsible for several information systems security networks, which the combined number of network nodes is over five hundred. You will function as the Commands focal point and principal advisor for cybersecurity matters on behalf of the Chief of Staff. You will develop, implement, and maintain the USFF cybersecurity Program for all networks/systems operated within USFF HQ. You will perform detailed and complex analysis of hardware, operating systems, data communications and applications to determine adequacy of cybersecurity safeguards for the USFF networks/systems. You will be responsible as the Information Systems Security Manager for conducting and ensuring a Risk Management program is implemented within the command. You will perform cyber security risk Assessment analysis for hardware, software, data communications and design countermeasures proposed for or in operation at USFF. You will approve the use of security solutions for cybersecurity and implementations of procedures to execute the solution. You will be the command Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Extensive knowledge of Department of Defense (DOD) Cybersecurity policy and instructions including the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, cyber incident response procedures, and the Defense Cyber Workforce program. Knowledge of data sources, data flow, and system architecture and interfaces of existing and planned systems supporting USFF. In addition, in depth knowledge of National DoD and DoN cybersecurity programs and policies. Experience conducting detailed and complex analysis of computer system hardware and software to advise and validate cybersecurity architecture, design, development, and management of classified and unclassified networks supporting the US Fleet Forces Maritime Operations Center (MOC). Experience directing and coordinating the efforts of other personnel in compiling, organizing and analyzing large quantities of information. Experience preparing detailed and informative system specifications. Experience developing Standard Operating Procedures, program plans, policies and standards and interpreting metrics for the evaluation of IT program effectiveness and efficiency. Experience applying total infrastructure protection environment; systems security certification and accreditation and DON systems security protocols. Knowledge of methods for evaluating, implementing and disseminating IT security tools and procedures. Your experience must reflect skill in the following areas: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have the option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.