It Specialist (Infosec)

Job Title

It Specialist (Infosec)

Duties

Serve as the Communications Security (COMSEC) Manager, overseeing the installation, testing, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of PKI and encryption systems to support VA missions across on-premises and cloud environments.

Apply networking concepts and security methodologies to support secure system integration, implementation planning, and lifecycle management of classified materials and encrypted assets.

Administer the acquisition, control, distribution, and accountability of classified COMSEC equipment, materials, and keying devices, ensuring compliance with agency procedures and regulatory documents.

Advise senior management on risk levels, security posture, and compliance issues related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of secure data and classified information.

Conduct inventories, manage secure documentation, and report discrepancies for all COMSEC equipment and materials in accordance with agency policies.

Collaborate with stakeholders to establish and maintain continuity of operations programs, disaster recovery strategies, and mission assurance plans related to cryptographic security.

Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain customer hardware, software, and network devices, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability in line with information assurance policies.

Develop and update customer support and IT security policies, procedures, and standards, as well as maintain tracking and resolution databases for incident management.

Conduct systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews; participate in network and system design to ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.

Deliver training to personnel in proper COMSEC procedures and use of related equipment, and promote organization-wide security awareness, ensuring user compliance with established cybersecurity policies and standards.

This is a Bargaining Unit Position. This position is primarily aligned to the following NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework work roles:

• Cybersecurity Code: 723 - Communications Security (COMSEC) Manager: Individual who manages the Communications Security (COMSEC) resources of an organization (CNSSI 4009) or key custodian for a Crypto Key Management System (CKMS).
• Cybersecurity Code: 411 - Tech Support Specialist: Provides technical support to customers who need assistance utilizing client-level hardware and software in accordance with established or approved organizational process components (i.e., Master Incident Management Plan, when applicable).
• Cybersecurity Code: 461 - Systems Security Analyst: Responsible for the analysis and development of the integration, testing, operations, and maintenance of systems security.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 am-4:30 pm

Compressed/Flexible: As determined by the Agency Policy

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Position Description/PD#: It Specialist (Infosec)/ PD19625A

Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. Some work may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel and to attendance at meetings and conferences away from the work site. Some employees may carry light items, such as papers, books, or small parts, or drive a motor vehicle. The work does not require any special physical effort.

Working Conditions: The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. Some employees may occasionally be exposed to uncomfortable conditions in such places as research and production facilities.