Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To perform duties as a senior Information Technology (IT) Cybersecurity Specialist providing a wide range of cyberspace network activities tailored to support critical Mission Relevant Terrain - Cyber (MRT-C) support for command, control, processes, and systems.

Duties

Serves as a senior Information Technology (IT) Cybersecurity Specialist providing a wide range of cyberspace network activities, develops and maintains required programs to support mission needs. Analyzes complex operational and tactical processes and/or a variety of unusual problems, questions, or conditions relative to develop and employ command, control, and mission information, processes, and systems (C2MIPS) in order to support related mission activities. Performs required testing, troubleshoots, and corrects system and applications software discrepancies, manages mission knowledge, information, and situational awareness processes and systems for operational and tactical operating centers and units. Determines MRT-C requirements and recognizes and analyzing trends and providing instruction and orientation services. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities over a limited staff.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• PCS COSTS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Recall to duty may be a requirement of this position.
• All required training and technical certifications must be obtained and maintained within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the supervisor.
• Prior experience and training completion in the areas of Functional Mission Analysis Cyber, Cyber Mission?? Mapping, Cyber Vulnerability Assessment Hunter, and Mission Defense Team Initial Operational Capable; are desirable
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SEC??ET/SCI security clearance
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force?? Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted?? after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology Management (Alternative A) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail , Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving and at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-11) in Federal service or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes in-depth knowledge and experience working with systems integration methods, performance tuning methods, test and evaluation methods and procedures, IT security principles and methods, and project management principles and methods; experience working with configuration management methods and techniques for integrating information system components sufficient to install and maintain software and hardware, optimize functionality of systems, and diagnose and recover failed systems. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: In-depth knowledge of a broad range of IT cybersecurity principles, concepts, and methods to investigate, analyze, and respond to cyber incidents within a computer network environment or enclave. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices for integrating information system components sufficient to plan, coordinate, and administer computer systems, and optimize system performance. Knowledge of IT security principles, concepts, practices, systems software, database software, and immediate access storage technology to carry out activities leading to security certification or accreditation. Knowledge of IT security principles, policies, products and services to assess risk factors and advise on vulnerability to attack from a variety of sources (e.g. destructive programs/applications/viruses, unauthorized access, disruption of services, espionage) and procedures and methods for protection of systems and applications. Knowledge of commonly applied telecommunications principles, concepts, and methodologies, operating characteristics and capabilities of systems, media, equipment, and related software systems, processes and procedures to assess the efficiency of operations and make recommendations involving equipment and system integrity. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization; and apply agency safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address JB Langley-Eustis 45 Nealy Avenue Ste 224 JB Langley-Eustis, VA 23665 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]