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IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Department of Defense
Defense Health Agency
PEO - MEDICAL SYSTEMS / J-6
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Summary

About the Position: This position is located in Charleston, South Carolina, with the Defense Health Agency.

  • This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.
  • Salary negotiation may be available for those new to Federal service.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open date: 08/09/2025
Closed date: 08/12/2025
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$124,531 - $161,889 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 14
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Up to 10% Business Travel may be required.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
HQKF259706769883HW
Control number
842806000

Duties

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  • Serves as an organizational liaison between the leadership team, the Cyber Operations Center, and its Director.
  • Develops and implements a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that aligns with the organization's overall mission and goals.
  • Adheres to Naval Information Warfare Center statements of work by providing input to cybersecurity risk management framework governance, cybersecurity inspection programs, and authorization support on Cyber Operations Center related matters.
  • Manages the development and implementation of the cybersecurity budget, resource allocation, and personnel management, ensuring the organization has the necessary resources and expertise to maintain a robust cybersecurity posture.
  • Participates in various forums, including working groups, meetings, and exercises, to facilitate collaboration and information-sharing.
  • Performs security reviews and identifies security gaps in security architecture resulting in recommendations for the inclusion into the risk mitigation strategy.
  • Documents and escalates incidents across the Military Health System to include event history, status, and impact for further action that may cause ongoing or immediate impact to the environment.
  • Provides reporting of cyber defense tool status, monitoring activities, and identifies activities associated with malicious activities to leadership.
  • Prepares recommendations for program, enterprise, and strategic planning changes.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
  • This position requires access to classified information. Incumbent of the position will be required to complete a Standard Form (SF) 312, Classified Information Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA).
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
  • This is a Cyberspace Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for certification as Advanced - Cyber Policy and Strategy Planning work role within 9 months or less of entrance on duty.
  • Certification requirements may be found in DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirements for IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC), GS-2210-14:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing security risk reviews, assisting with developing cybersecurity policies and procedures, and participating in strategic planning and decision making related to the cybersecurity program. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-13).

Applicants IT-related experience must demonstrate each of the four competencies listed below:

  1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
  2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
  3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
  4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Defense Health Agency

As an integrated health care system, the Defense Health Agency delivers healthcare services across the Department of Defense and enables combat support to the Joint Force as a strategic partner. Through a robust healthcare delivery system, and a dedicated team of inspired professionals, the Agency ensures the worldwide delivery of medical, dental, and pharmacy programs to more than 9.5 million uniformed service members, retirees, and their families, by improving health and building readiness

Anytime, Anywhere-Always.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
KF-DDAAFC DHA HQs
DO NOT MAIL
Falls Church, VA 22042
US

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