This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Information Technology Management (INFOSEC) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: The incumbent interprets, develops, recommends, evaluates effectiveness of, and disseminates policy and guidance on Information Assurance program requirements.

Duties

Provide technical security advice and assistance on the design, development, integration, implementation, and operation of all management information systems Keep abreast of latest developments in hardware and software security and approved Information Assurance Tools. Review and evaluate the impact of new systems or system changes against Department of Defense and Army Information Assurance configuration management, architecture, and network security standards and requirements. Work closely with Information Assurance Managers to ensure Information Technology devices are accredited and maintain current accreditation, are Information Assurance and Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) compliant. The incumbent will validate mandatory Information Assurance certification training has been completed and official records are on hand for the local area designated approving authorities. Use one or more major subsystem areas, including but not limited to: IT/Networking equipment, Local Area Network (LAN)/data communications, data center network operating systems, client network operating systems, and database management systems.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain Information Assurance Technical level II certification.
• Pre-employment drug test is required.
• This position requires access to classified information. Incumbent of the position will be required to complete a Standard Form (SF) 312, Classified Information Nondisclosure Agreement.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Individuals 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. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: develop plans, policies, and practices necessary to provide guidance and assistance in all aspects of hardware and software security associated with Information Technology systems and ensure all Information Security is properly certified and accredited in accordance with policies and practices. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Information Systems Security CertificationInformation Systems/Network SecurityInformation Technology Policy and Planning

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address AS-APF-W3KPAA HQ USARMY CRIM INVES CMD DO NOT MAIL Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk