THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a IT Specialist (INFOSEC), Position Description Number NGD2584000 and is part of the Guam G6 Directorate of Information Management, National Guard.
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a IT Specialist (INFOSEC), Position Description Number NGD2584000 and is part of the Guam G6 Directorate of Information Management, National Guard.
Area of Consideration 1: Current Title 5 and Title 32 permanent or indefinite employees of the Guam Army National Guard.
Area of Consideration 2: All other applicants/areas.
1. Manages the Command's Communication Security (COMSEC) Program and serves as the installation COMSEC Account Manager for a National Guard state Headquarters as the technical expert/authority responsible for all aspects of safeguarding, accounting, and supply control of COMSEC material. Maintain accurate documentation for inventories, issuance, destructions, possession, and reports in accordance with current regulations, guidance, and procedures. Generate, maintain and submit paperwork to appropriate authority IAW regulation and policy. Coordinates the receipt, preparation, issuance and destruction of all COMSEC material for the account. Responsible for the maintenance, patching, and upgrades to the key management information system(s). (40%)
2. Advises the Command on the development and implementation of COMSEC related policy and procedures based on higher agency policies, directives, and command requirements. Subject matter expert on crypto & encryption devices; fill devices, COMSEC equipment, key generation, and all electronic communication systems. Prepare the command for all internal or external inspections and audits. Develop and update Risk Assessments, Emergency Plans, and all others planning material IAW regulation and policy. Report findings of audits/inspections to the command develop any account remediation plans as a result of an inspection or audit for command review. Ensures the states' and subordinate unit COMSEC programs comply with higher governing authority policies and guidelines. (35%)
3. Ensures individual training and compliance necessary to maintain required COMSEC account access and Information System Privileged Access to perform required roles and functions across all COMSEC accounts. Provide training and resources for accounts holders on the safeguarding, accounting, and supply control of COMSEC material, as well as the function and usage of COMSEC devices, equipment and key generation. (15 %)
4. As a trained and qualified COMSEC Command Inspector, conducts audits and inspections of subordinate accounts, and coordinates with applicable organizations/offices to resolve complex COMSEC issues. Conducts inspections of peer organizations when requested. Ensures the physical security and proper storage of the commands COMSEC facilities across the state/territory (10%)
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard.
Must have an approved Interstate Transfer to become a member of the Guam Army National Guard for application eligibility.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a minimum of SECRET clearance within one year of employment.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary / trial period.
This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
May be required to travel to and from offsite worksite(s) from the normal work area to perform assigned duties. Due to distances involved, travel may involve one or more overnight stays.
Must complete training and obtain required certifications IAW DoDI 8140, DOD 8570.01 M or applicable governing document(s) for Cyber workforce as an IA Technician Level II within 6 months of employment pending training seat availability.
Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial vehicles to perform temporary duty assignments.
Position is designated as OV-MGT-002 within the Defense Cybersecurity Workforce as guided by NIST SP 800-181; National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education, Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.
Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
Compatible Military Assignments: Warrant Officer: 254A, 255A, 255N, 255S Enlisted: 25 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience, education or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the applicant to understand the stages required to automate a work process. Experience may have been gained in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-11 and above -Must have at least 36 months experience, education, or training that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls. Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment. Experience preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion.
Military Requirements/Compatibility - Military skill set is determined by MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the MOS.
Education
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience - For the GS-5 level, a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree may be substituted for the experience requirements. At the GS-7 level, one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement. At the GS-9 level, a masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree may be substituted. At the GS-11 level, a Ph.D. or equivalent, or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree.
Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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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.
NOTE: Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
1. Knowledge in evaluating and implementing security procedures and tools, as well as the certification and accreditation requirements for IT systems.
2. Knowledge and skills that are used to ensure the protection of equipment and systems in accomplishing a critical military communications mission and providing advice and guidance in implementing IT security policies.
3. Expert knowledge that is utilized in carrying out assignments of performing standardization and evaluation reviews; to include the ability to keep the supervisor advised of approaches having potential impact on policy.
4. Ability to use judgment, initiative and resourcefulness in deviating from established methods to modify, adapt and/or refine broader guideline specific complex and/or intricate issues and problems.
5. Skills to evaluate unusual circumstances; considering different approaches; cybersecurity issues and dealing with incomplete and conflicting data; to include the ability to exercise judgment and originality by interpreting data; planning the work; and refining the methods and techniques being used.
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.
1. Current Resume showing work schedule, hours completed per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and months performed. (mandatory)
2. OF 306 Declaration for Federal Employment (mandatory)
3. Letter of Recommendation from first line Military supervisor dated on or after the issue date of this announcement (required)
4. Letter of Recommendation from Commander dated on or after the issue date of this announcement (required)
5. Current Soldier Record Brief dated on or after the issue date of this announcement (mandatory)
6. Transcripts, if applicable. College/Vocational school transcripts MUST be submitted in order to receive credit for education.
7. Miscellaneous Items (i.e. Certifications), if applicable
8. SF-50 (Current or Former Federal Employees), if applicable
9. DD 214-Member copy, if applicable
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.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
1. To apply for this position, you must do so online through USAJOBS, http://www.usajobs.gov/. Instructions are provided on the website.
2. You must submit a Resume, complete the Online Questionnaire, and provide any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of the announcement.
3. Errors or insufficient information may affect your eligibility to be minimally qualified.
4. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
5. Once your application has been received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
6. The eligibility you receive is based on your Resume, supporting documents, and responses to the Online Questionnaire that you provide. Please follow all instructions carefully.
7. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
NOTE: DO NOT send/fax/courier/email any applications or resumes to the Guam National Guard Human Resources Office. YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE. The Human Resources Office can only process materials received through USAJOBS.
Guam G6 Directorate of Information Management
430 Army Drive
Barrigada, GU 96913
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Current Resume showing work schedule, hours completed per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and months performed. (mandatory)
2. OF 306 Declaration for Federal Employment (mandatory)
3. Letter of Recommendation from first line Military supervisor dated on or after the issue date of this announcement (required)
4. Letter of Recommendation from Commander dated on or after the issue date of this announcement (required)
5. Current Soldier Record Brief dated on or after the issue date of this announcement (mandatory)
6. Transcripts, if applicable. College/Vocational school transcripts MUST be submitted in order to receive credit for education.
7. Miscellaneous Items (i.e. Certifications), if applicable
8. SF-50 (Current or Former Federal Employees), if applicable
9. DD 214-Member copy, if applicable
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.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
1. To apply for this position, you must do so online through USAJOBS, http://www.usajobs.gov/. Instructions are provided on the website.
2. You must submit a Resume, complete the Online Questionnaire, and provide any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of the announcement.
3. Errors or insufficient information may affect your eligibility to be minimally qualified.
4. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
5. Once your application has been received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
6. The eligibility you receive is based on your Resume, supporting documents, and responses to the Online Questionnaire that you provide. Please follow all instructions carefully.
7. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
NOTE: DO NOT send/fax/courier/email any applications or resumes to the Guam National Guard Human Resources Office. YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE. The Human Resources Office can only process materials received through USAJOBS.
Guam G6 Directorate of Information Management
430 Army Drive
Barrigada, GU 96913
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
