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IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

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
03/26/2026 to 03/30/2026
Salary
$108,019 to - $140,426 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Naval Base, Norfolk, VA
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—Relocation expenses (i.e. PCS) may be authorized in accordance with applicable travel regulations.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes - This is a bargaining unit position.
Announcement number
DE-12917320-26-ASK
Control number
862247300

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

Duties

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  • You will manage and support all N6 Branches in the oversight of operational systems, networks C4 Systems and the monitoring for cyber-attacks and ensure required training is conducted on new systems
  • You will provide support to staff and contractors in analyzing and evaluating assigned IT and training to determine their overall quality and effectiveness, including curriculum, instructor, and cost effectiveness.
  • You will manage and work directly with hiring managers to ensure personnel are trained as required by requirements and policy to maintain qualifications.
  • You will interact with activities within MSC to interface on their behalf with external stakeholders and various training providers for personnel training, certification, and maritime credentialing

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.
  • This is a bargaining unit position.
  • 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.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport.
  • This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code (802- IT Specialist (PLCYPLN), proficiency level (Advanced) incumbent required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies

Qualifications

GS-13 Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 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 in mastering the identification and development of technological training policies, curricula, and operational procedures for communication systems, networks, and cyber-monitoring, ensuring all IT training plans incorporate rigorous gap analysis and industry standards.
  • Experience operating and maintaining mission-critical networks and cyber training programs, utilizing subject matter expertise to identify and correct technical deficiencies within complex IT environments.
  • Experience collaborating with internal and external contractors to deliver specialized training for CIVMAR personnel on active networks and C4 systems, focusing on cyber-attack resolution to ensure maximum system uptime.
  • Experience applying organizational and interpersonal skills to advise management on workforce development policies and regulatory requirements while reviewing programs for quality and compliance.
  • Experience leveraging knowledge of human resource regulations and MSC IT objectives to contribute to the development of Human Capital Strategic Plans tailored to the IT workforce.
  • Experience utilizing analytical methods to isolate relevant data and provide expert advice on complex IT networks, curriculum development, and the business value of technical training resources


Examples of Qualifying Experience:
  1. Attention to Detail - Identify potential critical cyber-security problems, trends and weaknesses
  2. Customer Service - Establishment of collaborative efforts amongst customers, Program Managers and other stakeholders to plan, coordinate, or provide advice on work efforts
  3. Oral Communication - Oral communication skills sufficient to interpret guidelines, prepare and present reports, communicate complex technical requirements, and communicate systems development and implementation issues to decision makers and stakeholders.
  4. Problem Solving - Identifying potential critical cyber-security problems, trends, and weaknesses and recommend specific policy changes to reduce IT security risks.
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/0300/gs-2210-information-technology-management-series/

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 announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

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

Several vacancies may be filled.

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.

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.

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.

Military Sealift Command

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Agency contact information

Amanda Montgomery
Email
amanda.l.montgomery16.mil@us.navy.mil
Address
MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND
471 East C Street
Norfolk, VA 23511
US

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