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 $158,322) Responsibilities 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 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: 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. 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: 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. 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: 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. 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 selectee's 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.