If you would like to be a part of a Federal organization dedicated to serving our Nation and those who defend it, consider a career with the Department of Defense (DoD) Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The agency promotes integrity, accountability and improvement of critical DoD programs and operations to support mission accomplishment and to serve the public interest. The OIG offers the full range of Federal benefits (see link below) and a flexible work schedule, depending on position requirements.
This position is located in the Department of Defense (DoD), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Deputy Inspector General for Investigations (DIG-INV) - Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS) - Cyber Field Office. The incumbent is assigned to the Cyber Field Office's headquarters Digital Media Examination and Analysis team and functions as an information technology specialist specializing in incident response, digital media examination and analysis; and information security.
NOTE: The ability to obtain and maintain IAM Level II certification within 6 months of hire, if not already obtained, is required for this position.
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC). Category rating, veterans preference, and traditional rating and ranking do not apply to this Public Notice.
Summary
If you would like to be a part of a Federal organization dedicated to serving our Nation and those who defend it, consider a career with the Department of Defense (DoD) Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The agency promotes integrity, accountability and improvement of critical DoD programs and operations to support mission accomplishment and to serve the public interest. The OIG offers the full range of Federal benefits (see link below) and a flexible work schedule, depending on position requirements.
This position is located in the Department of Defense (DoD), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Deputy Inspector General for Investigations (DIG-INV) - Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS) - Cyber Field Office. The incumbent is assigned to the Cyber Field Office's headquarters Digital Media Examination and Analysis team and functions as an information technology specialist specializing in incident response, digital media examination and analysis; and information security.
NOTE: The ability to obtain and maintain IAM Level II certification within 6 months of hire, if not already obtained, is required for this position.
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC). Category rating, veterans preference, and traditional rating and ranking do not apply to this Public Notice.
Designs, implements, and maintains various IT systems and workflows required to facilitate, defend, and advance the Cyber Field Office's mission through intrusion investigation, digital forensics, electronic discovery, and protection of DCIS's enterprise digital media examination and analysis systems from external/internal intrusions and malware directed against its networks, IT Security equipment, servers and workstations.
Researches, drafts, and coordinates digital forensics bulletins and cyber vulnerability reports to notify special agents and the information assurance community of the techniques used by criminals to subvert digital forensic evidence, inform special agents of current practices used for incident response, digital media examination and analysis, information security, and intrusion investigation.
Develops and deploys standardized toolsets and provides operational maintenance and support of DCIS Cyber Field Office networks, servers, networking and IT Security equipment, servers, workstations, tools, and other required systems.
Responsible for creating and maintaining operating systems baselines for servers and workstations; extensive knowledge of server, workstation, IT security and networking equipment, and application virtualization required.
Deploys, to include making court authorized entries on to a suspect's property (e.g., house, office, warehouse, vehicle, vessel, aircraft, etc.) and operates digital media acquisition, examination, and analysis equipment to assist in the collection and protection of electronic evidence stored within various forms of digital storage according to rules of evidence as required by applicable law.
Maintains knowledge of the laws of search and seizure, and regulations, restrictions, and policies that govern the collection of digital evidence.
Maintains the DCIS digital forensics equipment baseline, ships and receives digital forensics equipment, maintains DCIS digital forensics software inventory, and assists in with accountable property management.
Obtain and maintain digital forensic certifications required by the field office and other certifications if so required by DoD or federal policy.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
Must adhere to the DoD Standards of Conduct.
Background or Security Investigation: This is a critical sensitive position and requires a Top Secret clearance. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay your starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed or undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected for this position are required to obtain and maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination.
For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
Incumbent is required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with Department of Defense (DoD) OIG. Organizational entities within the DoD are not required to conduct mandatory drug testing for DoD civilian employees moving by transfer or reassignment from one DoD Testing Designated Position (TDP) to another TDP with no break in service within the DoD, unless deemed appropriate on a case-by-case basis by the gaining Component.
Qualifications
Basic Requirement: The minimum qualifications for the GS-2210-13 position, you must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the GS-12 level in the federal service or an equivalent level.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess Specialized Experience:
One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade, GS-12, within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as: designing, implementing and maintaining various technical systems and workflows required to facilitate, defend, and advance the Cyber Field Office's mission through intrusion investigation, digital forensics, electronic discovery, and development, operation, and protection of DCIS's enterprise digital media examination and analysis systems from external/internal intrusions and malware directed against its networks, IT Security equipment, servers and workstations. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
Competitive wages, flexible schedules and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages found in either government or private sector. These extraordinary benefits encompass health, pay, work/life balance, growth & learning.
Position(s) may be filled by displaced Department of Defense (DoD) employees through the Priority Placement Program.
We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov)
Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.)
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: If you are a displaced Federal Civil Service employee and attain a rating of at least 90, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ICTAP. For more information on ICTAP, click here ICTAP Guidance. NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are NOT ICTAP eligible.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application.
Permanent Change of Duty (PCS-Relocation) expenses WILL NOT be authorized.
Recruitment incentives WILL NOT be authorized.
Position has been designated as Critical Sensitive; incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. Incumbent is required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with DoD OIG.
If you have not previously successfully completed a probationary period with the Federal Government in a similar position, you will be required to serve a two year probationary period.
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Eligibility 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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT NOTE - YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. ERRORS OR OMISSIONS MAY RESULT IN LOWERING YOUR SELF-RATED LEVEL OR LOSS OF FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
Your responses to the assessment questions will be carefully reviewed and must be supported by factual information in your resume. Inflating or otherwise enhancing your qualifications and errors or omissions may result in lowering your self-rated level or loss of further consideration.
During further evaluation, you may be asked to provide additional information or participate in other methods of assessment, such as a panel interview. Individuals who are subject matter experts in the requirements of this position may participate in further evaluations.
The Assessment Questionnaire takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and collects information on your training and experience related to the following critical competencies:
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.
Eligibility 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.
You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Resume: you are encouraged to choose only ONE method of submitting your resume. (HR will review the resume that the system date stamps as the latest one received and this may not be the resume which best reflects your qualifications for the job and may result in an ineligible rating.) You may submit your resume by: attaching in your USAJOBS account; uploading in your Application Manager account; OR faxing.
Complete Assessment Questionnaire
Other Supporting Documents
The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status. They must be received by the closing date of the announcement or at the time of application if applying to an announcement with an extended closing date.
Veterans Preference: If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate. For more veterans' information please click here. *Although Veterans Preference does not apply to Direct Hire Authority, upon selection Veterans Preference documents may be required. For more veterans' information please click here.
10-Point Veteran's Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15. Click here for a copy of the SF-15.
5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.
ICTAP Eligibles: A copy of the RIF separation notice and Separation SF-50, if available.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/14/2017, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
Submission of a resume alone is NOT a complete application. This position may require the completion of additional form/s and/or supplemental materials. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for employment.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the vacancy ID number. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. You are highly encouraged to establish a USAJOBS account and submit your application package online so that you can receive status updates. If you cannot apply online:
Click to view and print the assessment questionnaire.
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: When completing the 1203-FX, be sure to select only one response for each question. Selecting more than one response for a question may result in your application package being rated ineligible.
DODIG - DIG FOR INVESTIGATIONS
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
The occupational questionnaire and the resume that you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job, and to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Application of Veterans Preference: Veteran's Preference does not apply to Direct Hire recruitment procedures.
All information included in the resume and Occupational Questionnaire is subject to review and verification. HR will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be further evaluated by information provided in the Occupational Questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have misrepresented your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position and, if you're already an employee, you may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Resume: you are encouraged to choose only ONE method of submitting your resume. (HR will review the resume that the system date stamps as the latest one received and this may not be the resume which best reflects your qualifications for the job and may result in an ineligible rating.) You may submit your resume by: attaching in your USAJOBS account; uploading in your Application Manager account; OR faxing.
Complete Assessment Questionnaire
Other Supporting Documents
The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status. They must be received by the closing date of the announcement or at the time of application if applying to an announcement with an extended closing date.
Veterans Preference: If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate. For more veterans' information please click here. *Although Veterans Preference does not apply to Direct Hire Authority, upon selection Veterans Preference documents may be required. For more veterans' information please click here.
10-Point Veteran's Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15. Click here for a copy of the SF-15.
5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.
ICTAP Eligibles: A copy of the RIF separation notice and Separation SF-50, if available.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/14/2017, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
Submission of a resume alone is NOT a complete application. This position may require the completion of additional form/s and/or supplemental materials. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for employment.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the vacancy ID number. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. You are highly encouraged to establish a USAJOBS account and submit your application package online so that you can receive status updates. If you cannot apply online:
Click to view and print the assessment questionnaire.
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: When completing the 1203-FX, be sure to select only one response for each question. Selecting more than one response for a question may result in your application package being rated ineligible.
DODIG - DIG FOR INVESTIGATIONS
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
The occupational questionnaire and the resume that you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job, and to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Application of Veterans Preference: Veteran's Preference does not apply to Direct Hire recruitment procedures.
All information included in the resume and Occupational Questionnaire is subject to review and verification. HR will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be further evaluated by information provided in the Occupational Questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have misrepresented your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position and, if you're already an employee, you may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
