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Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

Department of the Army
Army Installation Management Command
G9, Family and MWR Programs; Technical Services Division
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Summary

It is the applicant's responsibility to read all sections and associated links in this vacancy announcement.
This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions within 90 days of the closing date.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
02/11/2023 to 05/10/2023
Salary
$60,000 to - $95,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
2 vacancies in the following location:
Fort Sam Houston, TX
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
NENAFCC2311519402
Control number
706264100

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Clarification from the agency

A first cutoff date applies to this vacancy. Complete applications received by 11:59 PM (EST) on 24 February 2023 will receive initial consideration.

Duties

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Plans and carries out routine assignments using standard Information Technology systems security methods, approaches, and procedures. Participates in the development, implementation and coordination of activities designed to ensure, protect and restore IT systems, services, and capabilities. Monitors and evaluates system security compliance. Assists in the application of system security and accreditation processes for organizational Information Technology systems. Represents the organization in interactions with other organizations. Provides technical leadership on group projects. Evaluates and recommends adoption of new or enhanced approaches to system security.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
  • Satisfactory completion of employment verification (E-Verify) check
  • One year probationary period may be required
  • A valid passport may be required for overseas travel
  • Incumbent must become DoD 8570.01 Information Assurance Management Level 1, baseline certification compliant within six months of employment. Please refer to the "Education" section of the vacancy for additional information.
  • A waiver of the Information Assurance Certification six-month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive IA certification may result in removal from this position.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT. Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position.
Progressive IT experience in applying methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures;network operations and protocols; computer forensics principles; and IT security certification and accreditation requirements.Experience must be equivalent in skill and complexity to the next lower grade or equivalent to include the following:
1. Attention to detail through demonstrated experience in maintaining system logs, running network and system level scans, and preparing reports and administrative documents.
2. Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service in a collaborative environment with all IT related disciplines and serviced organizations.
3. Demonstrated skill in oral communication including developing and conducting training, delivering briefs/presentations, and providing reports to superiors.
4. Demonstrated problem-solving skills to include monitoring and detecting intrusion in both systems and network infrastructures. Must have the demonstrated ability to use and understand common network monitoring techniques and review logs to discover anomalies.
Education may be substituted for experience as follows: A doctorate degree in computer science, information systems management, technology management, or doctorate degree in other disciplines which includes at least 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above. The education must have included coursework in information systems security, networking, and/or systems analysis.
In addition to the above, highly qualified candidates will possess:
1. Experience reading and understanding DoD and Army regulations or policies.
2. Skill and expertise in using the DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) workflow or similar cybersecurity management platform.

Education

Education is not required for this position and will not be utilized in determining minimum qualifications or as a substitution for experience unless indicated in the vacancy. If you would like for your education to be considered by the hiring panel as part of your overall accomplishments, you must attach copies of transcripts (online transcripts will be accepted). Only education from accredited and pre-accredited institutions will be accepted. Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency in the United States. For more information, please click here.

Incumbent must become DoD 8570.01 Information Assurance Manager Level I baseline certification compliant within six months of employment. For more information, please click here.

Additional information

  • A manual application may be obtained by contacting the servicing NAF Human Resources Office listed on this announcement. If you are applying manually, all required documentation must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the closing date of the announcement. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based upon eligibility and a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Please check out our application information kit to view additional information you may find useful when applying for our jobs.
  • Due to COVID-19, the agency may be in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within a designated time frame identified by the organization. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending on the terms of the agency's telework policy.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume. The numeric rating you receive is a self-assessment only and is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, or if your resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or you may be considered ineligible.

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