Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (Security)

United States Fleet Forces Command • Fort Meade, MD

3d

About The Position

This public notice flyer informs interested applicants of anticipated vacancies; applications are not accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled. The position serves as Command Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), with responsibility for command systems’ security plans, personnel cybersecurity training, and cybersecurity policy development. The incumbent advises the Commanding Officer on cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats, supervises Regional Cyber Security personnel and Information Systems Security Officers, and advises System Administrators. As a first-level supervisor, the incumbent plans, directs, assigns, leads, and oversees the work of civilian, military, and contractor personnel. The position reviews the technical quality and timeliness of Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation plans for networks and systems under the command’s cognizance.

This is an excepted-service DCIPS position designated as DoD Cyber Workforce Framework work role 722, Information Systems Security Manager, at the Advanced proficiency level. The incumbent must obtain and maintain the required cybersecurity workforce qualifications and credentials, including foundational qualification within nine months and residential qualification within 12 months of appointment, and complete at least 20 hours of documented cyber-related professional development annually after qualifying. The role may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and extended travel aboard military or commercial aircraft. A Top Secret clearance with SCI access, a successful Counterintelligence-scope polygraph with no deception, and additional screening for access to NSA/U.S. Cyber Command facilities and networks are required.

The announcement describes federal employment conditions including suitability, direct deposit, E-Verify, drug testing, and acceptance of an appointment in the DCIPS excepted service. Education cannot substitute for the required experience. This position may require a two-year DCIPS trial period and is subject to periodic polygraph examinations.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program and successfully complete the required E-Verify employment verification process.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random testing.
• Must accept appointment in the DCIPS excepted service, which does not confer competitive status.
• Must pass a Counterintelligence-scope polygraph with no deception; the position is also subject to periodic polygraph examinations.
• Must obtain access to NSA/U.S. Cyber Command facilities and networks through additional security screening.
• Must obtain and maintain qualifications under DoDM 8140.03 and applicable Department of the Navy policies, including foundational qualification within nine months and residential qualification within 12 months of appointment.
• Must complete and document at least 20 hours of cyber workforce-related continuous professional development annually after meeting foundational and residential qualification requirements.
• Must be able to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially remote or isolated sites, and travel for extended periods on military and commercial aircraft.
• Must meet the four IT-related competencies: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving.
• Must have at least one year of IT-related experience demonstrating the specified four competencies.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower federal grade level (GG/GS-13) or pay band, or equivalent public- or private-sector experience.
• Specialized experience must include mastery of interrelationships among multiple IT specialties in oversight of cybersecurity vulnerability and threat assessment and mitigation.
• Specialized experience must include developing, implementing, and enforcing information security policies and procedures, with familiarity with agency IT architecture and its security implications.
• Specialized experience must include reviewing technical quality and timeliness of system accreditation plans, with proficient understanding of systems security certification and accreditation requirements and processes.
• Specialized experience must include leading and/or managing complex security projects and staying current on emerging technologies and IT developments.
• Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• A two-year DCIPS trial period may be required.
• Retired military members appointed within 180 days of retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.
• Must review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Command Information Systems Security Manager, responsible for command systems’ security plans, personnel cybersecurity training, and cybersecurity policy development.
• Advise the Commanding Officer on cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats to computer systems.
• Supervise Regional Cyber Security personnel and Information Systems Security Officers, and advise System Administrators.
• Plan, direct, assign, lead, and oversee the work of civilian, military, and contractor personnel as a first-level supervisor.
• Review the technical quality and timeliness of RMF accreditation plans for networks and systems under the command’s cognizance.
• Assess and mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats across multiple IT specialties.
• Develop, implement, and enforce information security policies and procedures.
• Lead and/or manage complex security projects.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, IT developments, and their application to business and security processes.
• Obtain and maintain required DoD cyber workforce qualifications and participate in continuous professional development.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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