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IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Department of the Navy
Naval Sea Systems Command
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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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Open & closing dates
10/18/2024 to 11/12/2024
Salary
$99,200 to - $181,216 per year

This is not a high grade position; therefore, the salary may be limited to a GS-13 Step 10.

Pay scale & grade
NT 5
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Dahlgren, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—This position is eligible for part time, substantial or ad-hoc telework at the discretion of management.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
DE-12576023-25-BWH
Control number
814377100

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

Duties

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  • You will serve as an IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) for the Strategic and Computing Systems Department, Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Authorization Branch of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).
  • You will be responsible for the development and on-time delivery of Afloat Combat System (CS) Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Authorization accreditation packages, which include cybersecurity architectures, requirements, and new capabilities.
  • You will provide leadership, guidance, and management of a contractor workforce to ensure compliance in support of the assigned CS Baselines.
  • You will manage development of Authorization to Operate, Interim Authorization to Operate, Conditional Authorization to Operate, and Interim Authorization to Test requirements in accordance with the RMF process.
  • You will develop and maintain Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Authorization project description, resource estimates, and execution schedules, as well as provide periodic status reports.
  • You will generate Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Authorization test plans based on existing systems and network design, participate in testing events, and evaluate test results.
  • You will communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with A30 Organizational Leaders, programmatic and technical leadership from other NSWCDD and Warfare Center organizations, the Program Office, and other sponsors.
  • You will provide detailed analysis of contractor delivered Risk Management Framework (RMF) technical artifacts for accuracy and completion.
  • You will perform detailed package reviews by following the appropriate RMF checklist or Standard Operation Procedures (SOP).
  • You will review RMF Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) for acceptability and accuracy.
  • You will provide Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Authorization technical expertise, documentation, and presentations during technical and programmatic meetings.
  • You will plan, coordinate, and direct multiple complex projects in a team environment.

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 is a Cyberspace Workforce position 612 - Security Control Assessor, I - Intermediate, the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.
  • This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.
  • 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.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-04 pay band (GS-11/12 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: performing cybersecurity risk management analysis to identify, document, or address vulnerabilities affecting the cybersecurity posture of an organization.

Your resume must also reflect IT-related experience that demonstrates each of the four competencies listed below:
  • Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

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.

You must provide a copy of your transcripts with your application. See the required Documents section of this announcement for more information.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The NT-05 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to the GS-13 and GS-14. This is not a high grade position; therefore, the salary may be limited to a GS-13 Step 10.

This announcement uses the direct hire authority for Bachelor Degree Candidates at Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratories 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 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.

This position may require you to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.

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. 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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