Salary Ranges are the following unless statutory/regulatory rates prevail. For the Redstone Arsenal, AL Location: $127,073 to $191,900 (includes 21.48% locality) For the Schriever AFB, CO Location: $125,242 to $191,508 (includes 19.73% locality)

Duties

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 As a IT SPECIALIST (SECURITY) at the NH-2210-4 broadband level some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a specialist in cybersecurity and security concepts, standards, and methods. Oversees and executes the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process to include: independent assessment/audit, risk assessments, and authorization processes. Directs, oversees, and manages development and execution of independent cybersecurity technical assessments to ensure protection mechanisms are acceptable for operational capability and meet cybersecurity control compliance of a system in accordance with the RMF. Prepares Security Assessment Reports (SARs ), documenting findings, and recommendations from the security control assessments/audits. Directs, oversees, and executes cybersecurity risk assessments to characterize the aggregate level of risk to an information system considering threats, vulnerabilities, likelihood, known exploits, potential impacts as well as existing and planned risk mitigation. Participates in critical system development review meetings as part of the acquisition life cycle to assess and ensure cybersecurity controls are being built into systems as they are being developed. Reviews authorization and assurance documents to confirm that the level of risk is within acceptable limits for each software application, system, and network. Renders system or network risk assessments to the Authorizing Official for decision on continued operation or connection approval. Serves on working groups and project teams. Briefs and provides highly technical reports to senior leaders on cybersecurity issues and findings/issues. Works in a DoD civilian, military and contractor environment where teamwork is essential.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen
• Male born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59PM EST will be considered
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• This is a Drug Testing designated position
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• 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 telework eligible
• Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information
• This is an acquisition position coded Practitioner in Engineering and Technical Management. Incumbent must obtain mandatory Back-to-Basics (BtB) certification within 60 months of entry into position.
• This is an Information Assurance/Cybersecurity position coded Level III in the Management Category (IAM). Must have at the time of permanent appointment or achieve within 6 months of Entry on Duty (EOD) appropriate baseline certification.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Investigation (TS/SCI) clearance

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH-04 if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Experience in applying Risk Management Framework (RMF) and its processes including steps, factors, methods for assessment, and documentation (Security Assessment Plans, Security Assessment Reports, etc. and use of the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (or other RMF authorization system) throughout the RMF system authorization process. OR Experience with Network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles. OR Experience in Cybersecurity operations, policies, procedures, and tools, to include but not limited to: network monitoring, intrusion detection, response, and mitigation in order to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data. OR Experience conducting vulnerability scans and recognizing cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits using a variety of vulnerability assessment tools, including open-source tools. OR Experience with customer service and ability to convey complex information to varied audiences using both verbal and written communications. 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. 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. 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. *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.

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]