IT Specialist (Infosec)

Summary

You will serve as an IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) in the Advanced Radars Systems Division Electromagnetic & Sensor Systems Department of NSWCDD

This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The NT-5 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to the GS-13/14. The salary range shown represents all positions within the band including GS-14 equivalent (high grade) positions. This is not a high grade position; the salary may be limited to GS-13 Step 10 (currently $158322)

Duties

• You will serve as Cyber Security consultant to branch/division leadership providing counsel on risk management compliance and the integration of advanced security solutions to support mission-critical Research and Development/operational objectives
• You will serve as a key security advisor translating command-level strategic objectives and technical thrusts into actionable resilient and cutting-edge security architectures.
• You will work within the Enhanced Security computing environment to provide protection of computer systems networks and data from unauthorized access disclosure disruption modification copying or destruction while minimizing risk to data loss.
• You will develop and implement a System Security Plan (SSP) and support documentation for each system outlining the responsibility oversight and approved controls for organic systems (standalone and network).
• You will conduct regular self-inspections and create a Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) to correct deficiencies of assigned systems.
• You will assist with troubleshooting maintaining upgrading configuring and assuring the reliable operation of Information Systems software and infrastructure.
• You will ensure that performance resources integrity of data and security of the computing and network infrastructure are compliant while meeting the needs of the users.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD) the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• MSP/PPP applicants must currently hold the required security clearance.
• This is a Cyberspace Workforce position 722 - Information Systems Security Manager Intermediate the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-04 pay band (GS-11/GS12 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: implementing Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of the Navy (DON) Cybersecurity Program in accordance with cybersecurity policies standards and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements. Examples of qualifying experience may include: (1) continuous monitoring and protection of computer systems networks and data from vulnerabilities and unauthorized access; (2) maintaining troubleshooting configuring and upgrading systems software and infrastructure; (3) complying with the rules and regulations outlined in the Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG); (4) implementing and evaluating cybersecurity policies procedures and security controls while providing technical guidance and recommendations to leadership on cybersecurity risk and compliance.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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.

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: 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.

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: 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.

A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.

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 selectees inability to successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or final job offer 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.

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.

Required Experience:

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