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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Department of the Navy
Military Sealift Command

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. 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.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
02/27/2026 to 03/05/2026
Salary
$90,838 to - $118,092 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Naval Base, Norfolk, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Requires occasional travel overseas and shipboard working environments.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes - This is a bargaining unit position.
Announcement number
DE-12894672-26-BMB
Control number
859154800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. CITIZENS

Duties

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  • You will oversee and facilitate the implementation and operation of cyber security Program requirements for all assigned projects.
  • You will monitor compliance via continuous monitoring and maintain system authorization records and status.
  • You will draft IA Program plans, policies and procedures for the planning and management of IT solutions.
  • You will provide reviews for security issues on new IT projects and change existing systems throughout their lifecycle.
  • You will support the development of IT security goals.

Requirements

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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. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
  • The employee may be required to work overtime on an emergency basis.
  • This position is an IA workforce IAM level III management position. The employee is required to obtain CISSP or equivalent certification within six months of assignment.
  • The work requires some physical exertion, including the lifting of moderately heavy items such as computer equipment.
  • There is a requirement to be able to perform onboard a ship at sea.
  • Routine movement among supported sites is required, including overseas activities as required.

Qualifications

Your resume must also 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 must demonstrate the following:

Experience applying information systems security principles and methods (IT security certification and accreditation requirements, network operations and protocols, etc.) ability to perform oversight to assess program compliance. Experience conducting and certifying security accreditations for systems applications. Experience applying information systems security principles and methods sufficient to achieve the operational acceptance of approved information and communications systems, changes and modifications. Experience performing oversight of a clamancy-wide IA Program for policy compliance, Experience applying security principles and methods and IT security products and services sufficient to evaluate, recommend the acquisition of, implement, and disseminate IT security tools, procedures and practices to protect information assets. Experience with systems security principles and methods, sufficient to ensure compliance with appropriate procedures such as, physical access controls, security measures, classification and safeguarding of controlled information rules. Experience with configuration management techniques to document and control the functional and physical characteristics of a system, network, or product to include the requirements, design, software, hardware, documentation, and procedures during the system life cycle. Experience preparing and presenting reports, communicating technical requirements, interpreting policies and guidelines, providing advice and guidance to customers, and representing the organization in interactions with other organizations.


Examples of Qualifying Experience:

  1. Attention to Detail - Identify current and potential problems areas, updates and establish new requirements.
  2. Customer Service - Consult with senior specialists and IT managers throughout MSC in the implementation of process improvement practices.
  3. Oral Communication - Oral communication skills to prepare and present reports, communicate complex technical requirements, interpret policies and guidelines, provide advice and guidance to customers, and represent the organization in interactions with other organizations.
  4. Problem Solving - Investigates serious IT security violations that potentially affect the integrity of the organization's infrastructure, recommending remediation based on findings, and follows up to ensure the implementation of corrective actions.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

IOR:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/


Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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 directly to paid employment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.

This position has been designated as a Cyberspace Workforce position in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work role of (752) proficiency level (Intermediate) and, as a condition of employment, the incumbent of the position is required to obtain and maintain qualification in accordance with DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Management Program, February 15, 2023 and supporting Department of Navy policies. This designation requires the incumbent to: 1. Obtain the foundational qualification within nine months and the residential qualification within 12 months of appointment and maintain those credentials as described in DoDM 8140.03 for DCWF role of (752-Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner) proficiency level (Intermediate). For more information, please review DoDM 8140.03 and supporting DON policies. 2. Participate in continuous professional development program as described in DoDM 8140.03. An annual 20 hour minimum of Cyber Workforce related continuous professional development must be documented and completed in a current individual development plan signed by both the employee and supervisor. Continuous professional development begins in the fiscal year after the employee has obtained both foundational and residential qualification requirements. 3. Acknowledge responsibilities in writing via command designation letter. Failure to meet a condition of employment may result in disciplinary and/or adverse action up to removal from federal service.

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.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

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