IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Duties

• At the GS-12 you will perform developmental duties as assigned. At the full performance level (GS-13), you will perfom the following:
• You will develop security policies and procedures to ensure Information System (IS) reliability and accessibility to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
• You will develop master contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures for all Information Systems.
• You will support the Command Information Officer (CIO) in managing the Echelon II duties for Department of the Navy Safety Management and Reporting IT portfolio.
• You will review and recommend purchase of all IT assets.
• You will support development and maintenance of the Certification and Accreditation packages for Naval Safety Command Programs of Record.
• You will manage Information Assurance Vulnerability reporting and Scan reporting for Naval Safety Command Programs of Records and customer assets.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Top Secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code Information Systems Security Manager, proficiency level Intermediate.
• The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.
• This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.

Qualifications

GS-13:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes the following; 1) Ensures confidentiality, security, integrity, and availability of information systems, networks, and data through planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and enhancement of systems, programs, policies, procedures or tools. 2) Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs. 3) Maintains command compliance with IT acquisition management policies and procedures and reviews and recommends purchase of IT assets. 4) Advises programs on IT budget, auditing the program and ensuring the rigorous application of information security/assurance policies, principles and/or practices.

GS-12:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes some or all of the following; 1) Ensures confidentiality, security, integrity, and availability of information systems, networks, and/or data through planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and enhancement of systems, programs, policies, procedures or tools. 2) Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information. 3) Maintain command compliance with IT acquisition management policies and procedures. 4) Advise programs on IT budget and auditing the program.

In addition to the above, for each grade level you must meet the following competencies:

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Analyzing and resolving a variety of complex, often unprecedented, technical, administrative, and cybersecurity issues related to the full lifecycle of IT services and assets.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Liaise effectively with site IT representatives, third-party vendors, and IT support teams to ensure seamless service delivery and provide mentorship.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Articulate service needs, provide mentorship and authoritative guidance to IT representatives.
4. Problem Solving - Identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Providing expert-level guidance for the most complex technical problems related to hardware, software, network, system/application access, and telecommunications.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

There is no substitute of education for experience for this series at this grade level.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: .

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.