IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (APPSW/INFOSEC)

SummaryThis position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command.It is in the Professional Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. It is located in the DISA -HC/HOSTING AND COMPUTE CENTER (HCB41).Learn more about this agency This job is open to• Internal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of this agency.Clarification from the agencyCurrent DISA employees.Duties• Principal technical authority and lead software developer with responsibility to develop, create, maintain, and write code for computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs in support of the Product Development and Support Office.• Applies a mastery level of IT principles, concepts, methods, and practices in assigned specialty area.• Develops, interprets, plans and applies policy, process, procedure and strategy in the delivery of multi-discipline IT services required to achieve data and system integration/interoperability for assigned systems and applications.• Performs in-depth analysis of automated and manual systems to accomplish design and programming assignments which integrate the activities of multiple specialty areas.• Performs system documentation for complex assignments in accordance with DOD, DISA and local standards to include embedded comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program• Develops testing and implementation plans using coding and testing standards.RequirementsConditions of Employment• Must be a U.S. Citizen.• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.• Secret security clearance requiredQualificationsIn order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described belowBasic Requirements:Applicants must demonstrate on their resume that they have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.• Attention to Detail• Customer Service• Oral Communication• Problem SolvingQualifying Experience: To qualify at the GG-13, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Experience refers to any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and Military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service.For this position, qualifying experience is defined as: Experience in leading the engagement with both current and possible future customers in supporting the warfighter, leading projects throughout lifecycle. Experience walking customers through new product and services delivery, translating the best technical solution into project designs/plans to meet customer objectives. A mastery of web development to include Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), jQuery, JavaScript, JavaScript Object Notation (JSON), extensible Markup Language (XML) and the programming language C sharp (C#). A knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2016 or later in both administration and development is a plus.Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.EducationThere is no substitution of education for specialized experience at the GG-13 grade level.Additional information• This position is a DoD Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1599f.• Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination• If you are a current Federal Career/Career-Conditional employee, you will be placed on an Excepted appointment.• This appointment does not confer eligibility to be non-competitively converted to the competitive service.• A three year probationary period may be required.• Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement.• We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.• Moving costs MAY be paid.• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized.• The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.• This is an Information Security (INFOSEC) position. In accordance with DoD 8570.1-M, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program, selectee must meet Information Assurance Certification standards. Selectee must have an approved waiver prior to placement in this position or achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of IA duties. Level II certification is required prior to being authorized unsupervised privileged access.• This position has been designated as "Mission Essential." Incumbent will be required to report to work or relocate to a new duty location, within the United States, in times of local/national emergency.• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (to verify your registration status click here).• PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians, Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement, and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only.• DoD Components with CES positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, "CES Employment and Placement." If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package."• For more information on the Cyber Excepted Service Personnel System, click here.• For more information on veterans' preference click here.• For more information regarding qualifications requirements please click here.• All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.