IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Serve as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) supporting the Director of Submarine Programs by managing cyber risk and guiding risk-based cybersecurity authorization decisions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) within the Director of Submarine Programs .
• Implement and oversee cyber risk across the Director of Submarine Programs portfolio.
• Act as the primary authority for risk-based decisions impacting the overall integrity of the cybersecurity authorization process for systems under DSP purview.
• Balance operational speed with the technical rigor needed for a robust and defensible cybersecurity posture.
• Represent command risk tolerance and provide strategic direction for the Risk Management Framework process.
• Ensure assessments are completed in a standardized , compliant , and effective manner.
• Execute delegate authority to conduct in-depth technical risk assessments within assigned cybersecurity domains.

Requirements

• US Citizen (U.S. Citizens/retained allegiance categories apply as stated; clarification from the agency: U.S. Citizens).
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment .
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program .
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass an E-Verify employment verification check.
• Retired military appointments within 180 days following retirement to a civilian position are subject to 5 United States Code 3326 .
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service .
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty (security clearance requirement listed as Top Secret ).
• Cyberspace Workforce position: work role code SECURITY CYBER ASSESOR , proficiency level A ; obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of the Navy policies.
• DAWIA-covered role: certification in the assigned Acquisition Functional Area and category required within established category timeframes.
• Pre-employment drug test required (including marijuana); subject to random testing .
• Travel may be required from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS , including remote or isolated sites; must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Resume must show at least 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to NH-03 (GS-13 equivalency) in the Federal service, or equivalent private/public sector experience.
• Experience must reflect skill in: attention to detail , customer service , oral communication , and problem solving .
• Demonstrated skill in executing and implementing risk assessment procedures within cybersecurity programs/projects to mitigate system vulnerabilities and support compliance for cybersecurity authorization integrity.

Work Location and Employment Details

• Location: Washington, DC (onsite); overview indicates few vacancies in District of Columbia, DC and Newport, RI.
• Work site options: Telework eligible (ad-hoc/situational telework at management discretion).
• Remote job: No
• Appointment type: Permanent
• Work schedule: Full-time
• Travel required: Occasional travel; may be expected to travel for the position.
• Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes (relocation incentive may be authorized per 5 USC 5753); PCS not authorized .
• Pay scale & grade: NH 4
• Salary: USD 142,452 - 197,200 per year
• Promotion potential: None
• Supervisory status: No
• Occupations and job series: 2210 Information Technology Management
• Federal service type: Competitive Service
• Represented by a union: No
• Financial disclosure required: No
• Drug test: Yes

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Evaluation based on how well you meet the listed qualifications.
• Resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the specific position duties.
• Resumes restricted to no more than 2 pages ; illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered.
• Human Resources will review resumes to ensure hiring eligibility and qualification requirements are met.
• Rating based on resume information plus supporting documentation.
• If selected, additional supporting documentation may be required.
• Inflated qualifications/experience may result in ineligible/not qualified.
• All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for vacancies.

Required Documents

• Complete resume required (maximum 2 pages).
• Resume must show relevant experience including job title, duties, and accomplishments.
• Resume entries must include complete information to support minimum qualifications.
• Resume should include employer name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if less than full time (35-40 hours/week), and pay plan/series/grade level for relevant Federal experience.
• If claiming professional organization membership or possession of a license/certificate/credentials, include a copy in the application package.
• Supplemental documents may be redacted before submitting; if selected, provide unredacted originals .

Additional Information

• Uses the Acquisition Demo Business and Technical Management direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
• Covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program .
• Several vacancies may be filled.
• Tentative employment offer may be rescinded if pre-employment requirements are not met, including failure to report to scheduled appointments.
• Federal annuitant selection subject to DoD and DoN annuitant employment policy.
• Veterans’ preference does not apply under this specific hiring authority; supporting documentation is required if veteran’s preference is claimed.