Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Responsible and accountable for the management and oversight, and assessment of the effectiveness of all aspects of the Command cybersecurity program. Interprets, develops procedures, recommends, evaluates effectiveness of, and disseminates policy and guidance on cybersecurity program requirements. Formulates and executes concepts, programs, plans, policies and procedures for Command/Theater-wide information management/cybersecurity activities. Develops long-range plans and provides guidance in accordance with Army, NETCOM, ARCYBER, and USARPAC objectives, based on systems analysis of hardware/software and communications requirements. Responsible for the Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF), Enforcement Reporting, communication security (COMSEC), and Cybersecurity training. Provides Quarterly Security Bulletins to users; reviews audit logs, manages the RMF Control List on a regular recurring basis, enforces and updates RMF. Fully prepares for all inspections related to cybersecurity. Participates as SME on CCRI Staff Assistance Visit (SAV) teams. Serves as a Cybersecurity Program proponent and enforcer on all aspects of the Army Cybersecurity Program. Monitors and maintains a database on training and certification for cybersecurity workforce positions to include privileged users and systems administrators. Manages Cybersecurity Vulnerability Management and remediation processes for both Secret Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) and Non-classified Internet Protocol Router (NIPR). Coordinates technical vulnerability testing and network assessments for users to counter unauthorized attempts to enter regional automation information systems. Provides guidance on accreditation procedures and appropriate security control measures. Plans and leads regular work assignments, prepares analysis and plans to meet substantial changes in workload; justifies revisions in staffing levels, work priorities, and deadlines. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Three year trial/probationary period may be required. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. Department of Defense Directive 8570.1, the approved base line certification for this task requirement is IAM Level III certification of DoDD 8571.01, and the incumbent must have an IAM Level III certification within 6 months of entry onto duty. Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel will be required approximately 10% of the time and may require worldwide travel. This position is designated as Key. The position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the mission. See "Additional Information" section for additional requirements. Qualifications This position is in the (Professional) Work Category at the (Senior) Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. United States Citizen Applying to a Cyber Excepted Service (CES) Position Army CES positions apply Veteran's Preference to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of 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 veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . Basic Requirement for Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC): To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe one year specialized experience that demonstrates the possession of knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Such experience is typically in or directly related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience would be demonstrated by: Specialized and Other Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes providing oversight and guidance to subordinate organizations with all aspects of the Command Cybersecurity program, having the ability to develop procedures and provide subject matter expertise. Experience in Command Cybersecurity Readiness Inspections, Risk Management Framework, and has a good understanding on Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA). Has the skills and abilities to write regulatory guidance and is able to maintain databases used for training and certification tracking. The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined: (1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: completing thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations; occasionally reviewing work completed by others. (2) Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: resolving routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints; developing and maintaining strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers; conducting evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommending procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation. (3) Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: convincingly conveying complex information to customers; presenting thoughts that are well-organized and demonstrating confidence in the facts and ideas; adjusting style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; using various methods to explain and convey information. (4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: solving complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives; identifying possible conflicts and shared benefits; helping team anticipate problems and identifying and evaluating potential sources of information; providing feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems; engaging appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs; evaluating the effectiveness of decisions and adjusting future decisions as appropriate. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information If you are a current federal career/career-conditional employee, you will be placed on an excepted appointment. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) 34 - Information Technology Management Career Field position. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit

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