This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will serve as the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) with responsibility for developing strategic plans and managing Cybersecurity Programs and activities for assigned systems and sites.

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021. As a IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) at the GS-2210-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Develops and maintains an organizational or system, cloud environment, of network-level cybersecurity program that includes cybersecurity architecture, requirements, objectives and policies, cybersecurity personnel, and cybersecurity processes and procedures. Acquire and manage the necessary resources, including leadership support, financial resources, and key security personnel, to support information technology (IT) security goals and objectives and reduce overall organizational risk. Participate in and interpret risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection requirements. Ensuring enforcement of Federal, Defense, DSCA regional and local Cyber/IA regulatory requirements and policies over existing IT resources and for the development and introduction of new and upgraded IT systems to the network in accordance with applicable regulation and local Configuration Management Boards, National Security Agency (NSA) requirements and guidance, Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIGs) and Best Business Practices.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Maybe authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• This is a drug testing designated position.
• Employee must obtain/maintain Top Secret (SCI Access) security clearance.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS 13 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Applying cybersecurity policy, techniques, and technologies; Developing policies and procedures; Researching problems and conditions, formulating courses of action, and interpreting DoD directives, instructions, and other regulations and; Utilizing project management methodologies. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Security Cooperation Agency 1851 S. Bell Room 501 Arlington, VA 22240 US
• Name: DSCA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614 692-0252
• Email: [email protected]