IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (NETWORK/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 - ACQC/TRANSPORT PEO.Learn more about this agency This job is open to• The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyAll US Citizens.Duties• Serves as technical authority and lead specialist with responsibility to ensure effective, economical, and advanced technical management of customer networking requirements for assigned systems and applications.• Develops, interprets, plans and applies policy, process, procedure and strategy in the delivery of multi-discipline IT networking services required to achieve data and system integration/interoperability for assigned systems and applications.• Test, install, configure and maintain networks including hardware (servers, hubs, bridges, switches and routers).• Develops technical standards and requirements for the acquisition of network hardware, software and services.• Provides expert technical guidance, interpretation, and implementation oversight of applicable information security policies.• Processes, and practices to ensure continued operational availability and integrity of enterprise applications, systems, networks, and data.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.• This is a drug test position requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.• This position is subject to Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the DoD 8140 policy series for the position's required CYBER Work Role(s).• This position requires a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.• This is a Mission Essential position.QualificationsIn order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below.• Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.• 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; is committed to providing quality products and services.• 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.• Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendationsQualifying ExperienceTo 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 1. Conducting systems analysis, planning, designing/development, and executes complex automated test system projects. 2. Developing project plans and oversees the implementation of project activities, AND 3. Configuring front-end processors, hubs, switches, and routers for network performance.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 the qualifying experienceat the GG-13 grade levelAdditional information• This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It is being recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system.• 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 an appointment in the competitive service.• A three year trial period may be required if you have not previously completed a trial or probationary period in the excepted or competitive service.• Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination• 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.• 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.• Salary plus Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized. This rate is subject to change without notice.• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized.• 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.• The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. It applies to former Federal civilian employees receiving a retirement annuity from the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund that are hired within the DoD on or after November 24, 2003. The policy also applies to annuitants (appointed in DoD on/or after November 24, 2003) who move from one position to another within DoD through voluntary reassignment, promotion, change to lower grade or transfer between military departments. Please see this policy 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.• Because this position is in the Cyber Excepted Service, Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of the 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 veteran's 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, 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. 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