IT Specialist (INFOSEC).

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation to program managers on network/computer security and risk management planning, including strategic planning and management.
• Provide cybersecurity expertise in vulnerability management, resource programming and execution, incident management, training and certification, and regulation/policy authoring, enforcement, and interpretation.
• Manage and administer the Risk Management Framework (RMF) program within the Headquarters.
• Oversight of system certification for associated computer hardware/software resources.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Proof of U. S. Citizenship is required.
• Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements as outlined in Do D Instruction 1315.19.
• Must satisfy the requirements of Do DI 1400.25 V1230, Do D Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• U. S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement.
• Position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Special Compartmentalized Information for the duration of employment.
• Pre-employment drug testing and random testing thereafter; testing for reasonable suspicion and in connection with on-duty accidents.
• Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel of approximately 20% of the time.
• Shift work required to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations; shifts are rotated on a schedule.
• Within 6 months of hire, required Do D certifications for IAM Level 3, IAW Do DI 8410.01 and Do D 8570.01-M; must maintain throughout employment.
• Position has been designated as "Mission Essential".

Qualifications

Required Experience : One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in federal service, including:

• Managing a cybersecurity program, implementing RMF processes, reviewing accreditation documentation, and assessing system vulnerabilities for compliance with federal and Do D requirements.
• Providing expert guidance to senior leaders and program managers, evaluating cybersecurity posture, recommending mitigation measures, and supporting incident response activities.
• Overseeing cybersecurity operations and readiness, monitoring vulnerability management actions, ensuring secure network connections, and supporting defensive cyberspace measures.
• Administering cybersecurity training and compliance programs, tracking user certifications, validating privileged-user requirements, and enforcing mandatory training and policy adherence.
• Competencies
• (must demonstrate each)
• Attention to Detail – thorough and conscientious.
• Customer Service – works with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations.
• Oral Communication – expresses information clearly and convincingly, listens attentively and responds appropriately.
• Problem Solving – identifies problems, assesses accuracy and relevance of information, uses sound judgment to evaluate alternatives, and makes recommendations.

Education: No education qualification requirement.

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