IT Specialist Cyber Security (Developmental) FT – 6744

Coast Guard Exchange•Chesapeake, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a developmental position description with the target level being Job# 4065 NF-2210-04 Sr. IT Specialist (Cyber Security) Specialist. The incumbent will perform developmental assignments under closer than normal supervision, with assignments becoming progressively more difficult until the full-performance level is reached. Non-competitive promotion to the target grade may occur if the incumbent is sufficiently experienced, meets all necessary qualification requirements, is performing the full scope of major duties, and is functioning under the stated supervisory controls. The role involves performing highly structured entry-level work assignments designed to develop broader and more in-depth knowledge and skill needed for higher-level assignments such as preparing reports, monitoring and auditing IT systems, and performing assessments of existing IT Systems. The position may also require occasional off-hours support for change management and participation in on-call responsibilities. Upon completion of development and support tasks, the incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to an NF-04 Sr. IT Specialist (Cyber Security) Specialist. The role requires working independently, leading security projects, and collaborating with team members using superior communication skills, both verbal and written. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security or a high school diploma/GED and three years of related experience.
Active Security + Certification
DoW IT security experience and training
Experience with incident response.
Ability to routinely lift 10 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Minimum two years' experience providing information security support for comparable-sized organization(s).
Working knowledge with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS), NIST Special Publications 800-53, 800-53A, 800-37 and FISMA. or similar cyber security frameworks
Experience with evidence gathering and forensic analysis.
Familiarity with project management best practices.

Responsibilities

Performs developmental assignments under closer than normal supervision.
Assignments become progressively more difficult until the full-performance level is reached.
Performs highly structured entry-level work assignments designed to develop broader and more in-depth knowledge and skill needed to perform higher-level assignments such as preparing reports, monitoring, and auditing IT system, and performing assessments to existing IT Systems.
Occasionally providing off-hours support for change management.
Participate in on-call responsibilities.
Works independently, leads security projects and collaborates with team members.
Uses superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
Performs other related duties as assigned.