The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: AcqDemo This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Duties

This position is part of the Department of Defense (DoD), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible for leading a team of employees that coordinate, synchronize, and implement the cyberspace program and provide agency cyberspace planning in support of all Research and Development (R&D) activities within the acquisition lifecycle to develop, build, and field information systems. As a Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC) at the NH-2210-4 broadband level some of your typical work assignments may include: Expert knowledge of the policies, concepts, theories, technical applications, IT operations and requirements of the separate and integrated functions of information technology to serve as resident technical authority and directorate liaison to plan and integrate cybersecurity and security related projects and concepts that require introduction of innovative (and at times, relatively untested) technology in a complex organizational context. Expert knowledge of security policy and techniques, including applicable laws, statutes, Presidential Directives, executive branch guidelines, and/or administrative/criminal legal guidelines and procedures relevant to cybersecurity. Expert knowledge of management principles in order to work with and across executive staffs, joint staffs, commands, agencies and the services. Expert knowledge of Cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) and assessments, cyber threats, cyber defense, and vulnerability assessment tools, including open source tools, and their capabilities, along with skill in identifying current and emerging cyber technologies that have potential for exploitation by adversaries. Expert knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF), and system and application security threats and vulnerabilities, and skill in conducting vulnerability scans, structured analysis principles/methods, and recognizing cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits in security systems. Expert knowledge of leadership principles and a corresponding ability to apply those principles in order to maximize subordinate performance and retain and recruit a quality workforce. Advanced skill in customer service, and in communicating orally and in writing, with the ability to develop policy, plans, and strategy in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and standards in support of cyberspace missions.

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: Maxiflex
• Recruitment Incentives: Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees based on agency policy and availability.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is situational telework eligible
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Investigation (TS/SCI) clearance
• This is a drug testing designated position
• This is an acquisition position coded Practitioner in Engineering and Technical Management. Must obtain mandatory Back-to-Basics (BtB) certification within 60 months of entry into position.
• Must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points every 24 months
• May be required to successfully complete a supervisory probationary period
• Must have baseline certification for Information Assurance/Cybersecurity Workforce Level III in the Management Category or obtain certification within 6 months of entering into this position.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH-04 broadband level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Prepare and review Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation and controls to make recommendations for improvements to DoD accreditation/authorization process documentation. Apply Cybersecurity principles, practices, methods, and techniques. Analyze operations in order to provide timely, relevant situational awareness of potential threats, attacks, and network status by using one of the following: network monitoring, intrusion detection, response, or mitigation. 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. Please limit your resume to five pages. If more than five pages are submitted, only the first five pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. NOTE: The limit does not apply to cover letters, eligibility documents such as Standard Form (SF) 50, Military Spouse, DD Form 214, transcripts, etc. 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: For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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 Missile Defense Agency Bldg 5222 Martin Rd Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 US
• Name: MDA Servicing Team
• Phone: 6146920299
• Email: [email protected]