IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Plcypln/Infosec)

Defense Information Systems Agency • Fort Meade, MD

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About The Position

This position is recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and supports the mission of US Cyber Command. It is a Professional Work Category, Senior Work Level role in the CES Occupational Structure, located in the DoD Cyber Defense Command (DCDC). The position directs development and dissemination of DCO-IDM policies, assesses the impact of IT policies on cyberspace operations, and supports cyber defense planning and critical infrastructure protection. It also provides authoritative analysis, recommendations, guidance, and coordination with internal and external partners.

The position is in the Excepted Service and does not provide eligibility for conversion to the Competitive Service. It may require access to classified information and a favorable suitability review and security clearance. The role is subject to DoD 8140 qualification requirements, including completion of Foundational Qualifications within 9 months and Residential Qualification requirements within 12 months. Telework depends on mission requirements and supervisory determination. A three-year probationary period may be required. Moving costs and recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• A favorable suitability review and security clearance are required as a condition of employment; the position may require access to classified information.
• Complete DoD 8140 Foundational Qualifications within 9 months and Residential Qualification requirements within 12 months.
• Demonstrate IT-related experience in attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving.
• At least one year of qualifying experience at a level equivalent to the next lower federal grade, demonstrating competencies necessary for immediate success.
• Qualifying experience must include duties such as developing IT policy, analyzing cyberspace threats, planning defensive cyber operations, or leading technical projects.
• Describe qualifying experience and any selective placement factors in the resume.
• Meet all qualifications within 30 days after the announcement closing date.
• Maintain security eligibility; failure to do so may result in termination.

Responsibilities

• Direct the lifecycle of DCO-IDM policies, from development through dissemination.
• Analyze the impact of new IT policies on Cyberspace Operations and recommend modifications.
• Analyze Cyberspace Defense plans, with a focus on critical infrastructure protection and threats.
• Provide written reviews, briefings, and guidance on defense measures.
• Participate in all stages of Cyber Defense planning to analyze and identify problems.
• Develop IT studies and make authoritative recommendations for improvements and problem resolution.
• Lead and participate in working groups and task forces to coordinate DCO-IDM actions and projects.
• Structure working-group approaches to problem resolution for senior manager decisions.
• Serve as a key authority on the Defense Cyberspace team and advocate DoWIN positions.
• Serve as the primary DCDC point of contact with partner organizations and industry.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific benefit eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

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