The Command and Control Communications (C3) Division (AXE-400) provides the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with survivable, secure, and redundant command and control communications that assure the FAA’s ability to respond to emergencies, to assist in the minimum essential restoration of the National Airspace System (NAS), and facilitate the Continuity of Operations (COOP).

Duties

The incumbent will provide cybersecurity support to all of the aforementioned voice and data equipment stated above in the Position Summary/Introduction section. Support will include monitoring performance of C3IT and Secure Communications networks and perform analysis of network traffic patterns, network devices, network software, and executive software to proactively detect and correct errors. Support must also include the delivery, installation, re-keying, maintenance, and replacement of all phones, nodes and facsimiles in the Secure Communications Program network/environment as well as end user training and support. In this role, duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.

Qualifications

Qualifications Reference: EMP-1.7 & OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards. U.S. Office of Personnel Management Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A): https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/FV-G through K (or equivalent): 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.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. 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 recommendation.ANDFV-I. To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H (FG/GS10-12). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.----------------------------------------------------------------------SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEFINED AS:Experience providing recommendations on information systems security protocols impacting agency IT policies/programs; analyzing cybersecurity data; applying security principles to various technologies.Experience with Government Information Technology services and Information Systems.-----------------------------------------------------------------------In addition to the above, this position also has a Quality Ranking Factor (QRF). Applicants who demonstrate the specialized experience and the possession of the QRF will be placed in the Well-Qualified category:Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification or equivalent (desired but not required upon application).Knowledge of, and demonstrated experience serving as the system owner for a Government Information System.You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.*Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.*Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.**All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.**

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

• Address Federal Aviation Administration HQ Employment Services Branch 800 Independence Ave, SW, Room 523 AHF-110 Washington, DC 20591 US
• Name: Sequoia LeBlanc
• Phone: 1 (202) 267-7552
• Email: [email protected]