IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Plycypln/Infosec)

U.S. Army Cyber Command • Fort Huachuca, AZ

29d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Department of Defense Cyber Excepted Service position in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1599f, located at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. The role is in the Professional work category at the Senior work level and is designated Special Sensitive. The position supports cybersecurity authorization and risk management for complex systems, enterprise networks, cloud operating environments, and emerging technologies. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and must pass pre-employment and periodic drug screening. The position is mission essential and may involve alternative or rotating schedules, extended shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, mandatory overtime, recall for emergencies, and travel to locations throughout NETCOM’s worldwide area of responsibility. Travel away from the duty station may be required for up to 25%. Applicants must qualify through experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience. One year of specialized experience is required, including relevant Risk Management Framework work and IT-related competencies in attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving. The role requires a three-year probationary period. Direct deposit is required, and PCS allowances may be authorized subject to applicable rules and agency determination.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience demonstrating knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position.
• Experience overseeing security authorization reviews for systems, enterprise networks, cloud operating environments, and other emerging technologies.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or training cybersecurity personnel to support execution of the Risk Management Framework.
• Experience developing and maintaining operational documentation and risk-management processes, including plans of action and milestones for identified vulnerabilities.
• Experience reviewing security authorization documentation and technical artifacts to verify that risk levels are acceptable for assigned software and hardware.
• IT-related experience or appropriate intensive training demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving competencies.
• Must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI); the posting also specifies a Top Secret (Tier 5) clearance.
• Must successfully pass urinalysis screening for illegal drug use before appointment and periodically thereafter.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must report for duty during inclement weather, natural disasters, and other emergencies as directed; may be subject to recall and mandatory overtime.
• May be required to work extended or rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• May be required to travel away from the duty station up to 25%, including travel on military or commercial aircraft.
• Must maintain a functioning telephone for recall or emergency contact.
• Must meet the qualification requirement through experience; education cannot substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution of security authorization reviews and assurance case development for initial installation and ongoing operation of complex systems, enterprise networks, and cloud operating environments.
• Create and deliver briefings, information papers, and other verbal and written communications for Army senior leaders at the General Officer and Senior Executive Service Member level.
• Create processes, measures of effectiveness, and measures of performance to analyze, assess, maintain, and provide information to Army senior leaders and other officials.
• Synchronize and manage pre- and post-inspection actions, including monitoring progress in coordination with applicable cybersecurity staff.
• Create, publish, and maintain command technical procedures and processes documenting the cybersecurity posture of IT capabilities during assessments and authorizations.
• Create, publish, and maintain processes ensuring plans of action and milestones are in place for vulnerabilities identified during risk assessments, audits, and inspections.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized subject to the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that the move is in the Government’s interest.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed