Supv IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Infosec)

Defense Information Systems Agency•Arlington, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Defense Information Systems Agency is hiring a Supervisory IT Cybersecurity Specialist for its Pentagon location in Arlington, Virginia. This GS-15 position serves as the primary cybersecurity technical authority for Network Assurance, providing continuity and direction. The specialist develops and implements long-range plans, policies, and architectures and ensures compliance with them. The role oversees Network Assurance functions, establishes goals, assesses resource allocation, safeguards assets, and directs analysis of complex technical issues to support mission success. The position manages a diverse team of civilian, military, and contractor personnel. It plans work, sets priorities and standards, evaluates performance, interviews candidates, and identifies training needs. The specialist directs Incident Handling and Computer Network Defense actions to protect national security communications against advanced persistent threats. The role also represents the cyber authority in senior-level meetings and working groups with DISA, DoD, and industry officials, and advises the SWC Director and other senior leaders on complex cybersecurity matters. The position is located at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI/ADP I security clearance, comply with applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements, and complete an OGE Form 450 within 30 days of appointment. This is a supervisory position, and a one-year supervisory probationary period may be required. A one-year probationary or trial period may also be required. Moving costs and recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship or nationality.
Obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI/ADP I security clearance; failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
Meet the basic requirements for attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving in information technology work.
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-14) in the Federal service, involving experience in implementation of principles and techniques pertinent to acquiring and operating technology solutions or services; or planning, programming, and budgeting regulations, guidelines, and policies to prepare short- and long-range program guidance; or project management and project scheduling methodologies.
Current or former federal employees who held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks must have served 52 weeks at GS-14 or higher in Federal service.
Meet the 90-day post-competitive appointment requirement, where applicable.
Complete DoD 8140 Foundational Qualifications within 9 months and Residential Qualification requirements overall within 12 months.
If selected, complete an OGE Form 450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
Submit a resume with job titles, detailed duties, month-and-year employment dates, and full-time or part-time status including hours worked per week.
Current or former Federal employees must submit a qualifying recent non-award SF-50 documenting grade and step, tenure, position classification/pay plan, and type of service.
Education cannot substitute for the required specialized experience at the GS-15 grade level.
This is a drug-testing designated position.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary GS-15 cybersecurity technical authority, providing continuity and direction for Network Assurance.
Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with long-range plans, policies, and architectures.
Manage and direct a diverse team of civilian, military, and contractor personnel.
Plan work, set priorities and standards, evaluate performance, interview candidates, and identify training needs.
Direct Incident Handling and Computer Network Defense actions to safeguard national security communications against advanced persistent threats.
Represent the cyber authority in high-level meetings and working groups with senior DISA, DoD, and industry officials.
Advise the SWC Director and other high-ranking leaders on complex cybersecurity matters.
Oversee Network Assurance functions, establish goals, assess resource allocation, and ensure assets are safeguarded.
Direct the analysis of complex technical issues to ensure mission success.