TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST (CYBER)

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-FO-NORTHCOM (NO3).Learn more about this agency This job is open to• Internal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of this agency.Clarification from the agencyCurrent Defense Information System Agency (DISA) employeesDuties• NETWORK OPERATIONS• TELECOM CONCEPTS AND CAPABILITIES• COORDINATE PROCEDURES AND DEVELOP TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES• DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING PROGRAMSRequirementsConditions 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 Testing Position.• In accordance with DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subjected to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months and any future Cybersecurity Workforce• The employee will be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or overtime.• Incumbent is subject to short notice and/or extended TDY deployment to meet worldwide operational/mission requirements.QualificationsIn order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below.Qualifying 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: Wide area of experience with Global Network Operations. Experience in telecommunications concepts and capabilities. Experience with coordinating procedures and develop tactics, techniques, and procedures. Experience in developing and implementing programs to ensure the training and certification of operational staff.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.• Management has the prerogative to select at either grade level.• 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.• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized.• This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual.• Employee is subject to recall or call back during off-shift hours, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, if required by upper management.• 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.• If selected, the authorized rate of pay may exceed the stated maximum salary rate range under certain circumstances.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. 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