Job opening: IT Specialist (Security)
Salary: $125 242 - 191 900 per year
Published at: Aug 22 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Ranges are the following unless statutory/regulatory rates prevail:
For the Dahlgren, VA Location: $139,395-$191,900 (includes 33.26% locality)
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)
For the Fort Belvoir, VA Location: $139,395 to $191,900 (includes 33.26% 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 some of your typical work assignments may include:
Manage a cybersecurity program and personnel for your assigned systems and programs.
Implement Risk Management Framework (RMF) and develop all necessary artifacts (System Security Planning, System Categorization, System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action & Milestone (POA&M) and Cyber scorecard) on key components of the Missile Defense Agency Enterprise Networks.
Ensure the Cybersecurity, Resiliency, Survivability, Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of systems, networks and data, IAW DoD Instructions 8500.01 and 8510.01 and other applicable OMB, DoD, CNSS, NIST and Agency publications.
Advise the Program Manager and key stakeholders as required on emerging Cybersecurity (CS) risk posture and status and emerging technology (e.g., Comply to Connect, Zero Trust, Cloud, Artificial Intelligence) as well as changes to the Risk Management program requirements.
Manage the Local Control Center (LCC/Tier III) activities and collaborate with the MDA (Tier II) Cyber-Security Service Provider (CSSP) to monitor systems for threats and vulnerabilities.
Monitor the Cyber Tasking Order (CTO) program and coordinate with system and network administrators on CTO requirements and reporting to include incident response with MDA Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT).
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 situational telework eligible
- Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information
- 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.
- 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.
- Incumbent must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points every 24 months.
- Employee must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Investigation (TS/SCI) clearance.
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:
Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) techniques, policies, and procedures.
Experience applying leadership principles and a corresponding ability to apply those principles in order to maximize subordinate performance and retain and recruit a quality workforce.
Experience identifying threats and vulnerabilities of computer system(s) and developing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Experience implementing continuous improvement of the cyber risk posture of the system portfolio within budget, technical, and schedule constraints.
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.
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]