The selectee of this position serves as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Network Services). You will be responsible for analyzing, installing, configuring, securing, testing, conducting quality assurance reviews, and implementing network systems used for the transmission of information in voice, data, and/or video formats.
Summary
Information Technology Division - Arlington, VA
The selectee of this position serves as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Network Services). You will be responsible for analyzing, installing, configuring, securing, testing, conducting quality assurance reviews, and implementing network systems used for the transmission of information in voice, data, and/or video formats.
As an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Network Services) at the GS- 2210-13 level, some of your typical work assignments may include:
Analyzing and making recommendations regarding the design of a secure network architecture, and infrastructure in both on-premise and cloud native platforms and environments; installing, testing, maintaining, and upgrading components consistent with network architecture; configuring and optimizing local and wide area networking, TCP/IP, and web-based technologies.
Monitoring network traffic for unusual activity, potential threats, and vulnerabilities. Regularly analyzing logs and alert data to identify and mitigate security incidents.
Ensuring IT services and/or equipment are compliant and/or aligned to federal regulatory and department/agency policies during deployment and through the operational lifecycle.
Evaluating, designing, and implementing secure technology solutions for managing access to the network devices and agency data stored, processed and transmitted within the networking components utilized to support the USMS mission(s), and for encryption requirements of data and telecommunications lines.
EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.
Must pass a pre-employment security investigation and drug screening.
This position is a Testing Designated Position and is subject to random drug testing.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
May be required to successfully complete a trial/probationary period.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-2210-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
Basic Requirement: You must have IT-related experience demonstrating 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. (You must support this experience in your resume.)
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Specialized Experience: must have at least one year (12 months) of full-time specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing the following duties: 1. Implementing IT enterprise architecture plans that address mission-critical Network tasks and objectives. 2. Assisting with managing and directing network and ITD projects consistent with industry standards. 3. Analyzing network requirements to develop IT solutions. 4. Providing technical advice and assistance with Networks and to those accessing it. (NOTE: Your resume must CLEARLY demonstrate this experience.)
Special Requirements:
Travel Requirement: Travel is required for this position.
Physical Requirement: Incumbent is required to move computer equipment weighting up to 25 pounds.
You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).
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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Education
Education cannot be used in lieu of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level.
Additional information
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified (score of at least 85) for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. For more information about ICTAP eligibility click here.
The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified (score of at least 85) for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. For more information about CTAP eligibility click here.
Note: Multiple selections may be made from this announcement.
Salaries listed above are an approximation and are subject to duty station locality adjustment.
Recruitment incentive may be authorized.
Relocation incentive may be authorized.
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.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package will be evaluated under a Direct-Hire Authority (DHA). DHA enables an agency to hire, after public notice is given, any qualified applicant without regard to 5 U.S.C 3309-3318, 5 CFR part 211, or 5 CFR part 337, subpart A. A DHA expedites hiring by eliminating competitive rating and ranking, veterans' preference, and "rule of three" procedures. DHA must comply with public notice requirements under 5 U.S.C. 3327 and 3330, career transition requirements (CTAP/ICTAP) under 5 CFR part 330, and basic qualification requirements for the position under 5 CFR part 338. For more information about Direct-Hire Authority click here.
Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.
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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If more than two (2) pages are submitted, only the first two (2) pages of work experience will be reviewed to determine your qualifications.
Cover Letter optional.
A complete online Assessment Questionnaire.
Other Supporting Documents, if applicable:
College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education.
Any other supporting documentation required for verification as described in the announcement. (e.g. certifications, licenses.)
Failure to submit a resume and/or supporting documentation may result in elimination for further consideration.
You must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM (ET) on 04/23/2026.
* To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire, which can be previewed here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12921130
* Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
* It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
* To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
* To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
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.
US MARSHALS SERVICE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
ARLINGTON, VA 22202
US
Next steps
We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 120 days after the closing date of the announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If more than two (2) pages are submitted, only the first two (2) pages of work experience will be reviewed to determine your qualifications.
Cover Letter optional.
A complete online Assessment Questionnaire.
Other Supporting Documents, if applicable:
College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education.
Any other supporting documentation required for verification as described in the announcement. (e.g. certifications, licenses.)
Failure to submit a resume and/or supporting documentation may result in elimination for further consideration.
You must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM (ET) on 04/23/2026.
* To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire, which can be previewed here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12921130
* Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
* It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
* To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
* To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
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.
US MARSHALS SERVICE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
ARLINGTON, VA 22202
US
Next steps
We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 120 days after the closing date of the announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
