IT Specialist (Infosec)

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Certain Competitive Service / Modified Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

At the GS-12 you will perform developmental duties as assigned. At the full performance level (GS-13), you will perform 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.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Top Secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required.
• You will be subject to random testing.
• This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code Information Systems Security Manager, proficiency level Intermediate.
• This is a Mission Essential position.

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:

• 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.
• Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
• Maintains command compliance with IT acquisition management policies and procedures and reviews and recommends purchase of IT assets.
• 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:

• 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.
• Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information.
• Maintain command compliance with IT acquisition management policies and procedures.
• Advise programs on IT budget and auditing the program.

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

• Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Customer Service - Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations.
• Oral Communication - Expresses information effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information.
• Problem Solving - Identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

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.

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.