About the Position: USAMRAA is the contracting element of the Defense Health Agency Research and Development Activity (DHA R&D) and provides support to the Command headquarters and its worldwide network of laboratories. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation utilizing the DHA for Information Technology Management Specialist (INFOSEC) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Duties

Ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems, networks, and data through planning, analysis and development of information systems Develop and maintain information system certifications and accreditation documentation in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) Manages information assurance vulnerability assessment program Conduct system security audits Implement security programs, policies and procedures to ensure network reliability and system security Management information system accounts, network rights and disaster recovery plans Develop plans, guidance, and training requirements for Information Assurance procedures Obtain and maintain network and automation system accreditation by viewing annual documentation changes Develop structure for managing Information Technology (IT) infrastructure including computers, servers, computer peripherals, telecommunication systems, internet connectivity, and network data centers Makes recommendations on new technologies based on industry best practices Develop and execute project work project to meet timelines and ensure systems are functioning properly Engage with external stakeholders including vendors, suppliers, data center partners, and customers Maintain professional relationships with internal agencies and employees Administer automated security program in accordance with policy regulations to provide access and operation of computer hardware and software Perform Contracting Officer Representative (COR) functions for IT contracts, as assigned

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility to a secret security clearance
• Business travel is required 10% of the time.
• This is a Cyber Security Workforce (CSWF) Information Assurance Technology (IAT) Level II position. Acceptable certifications are at least one of the following: CISSP, GLSC, Security +, CCNA, MCSE, and/or CISM within 12 months of appointment

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. DHA Research & Development (R&D) is participating in an alternative personnel system known as the Personnel Demonstration Project (PDP). The DJ-04 pay band is equivalent to the GS-13, Step 01 to GS-14, Step 10. In keeping with the Demonstration pay fixing policies, employees earning a salary that falls within this payband equivalent, may not receive an immediate pay increase (promotion) if appointed to this position. Future pay increases within the payband will be accomplished through the pay for performance management system. In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. BASIC REQUIREMENT: In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Basic Requirement for IT Specialist, DJ-2210-04 Specialized and Other Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1) conducting security system audits and scans in order to manage an information assurance vulnerability assessment program, (2) utilizing a Risk Management Framework (RMF) to maintain system certification and accreditation (3) developing plans, policies and procedures to implement technical guidelines for information security, and (4) communicating with internal and external stakeholders and customers on information security matters. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (DJ-03/GS-12). The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined: (1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: completing thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations; occasionally reviewing work completed by others. (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. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: resolving routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints; developing and maintaining strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers; conducting evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommending procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation. (3) 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. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: convincingly conveying complex information to customers; presenting thoughts that are well-organized and demonstrating confidence in the facts and ideas; adjusting style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; using various methods to explain and convey information. (4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: solving complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives; identifying possible conflicts and shared benefits; helping team anticipate problems and identifying and evaluating potential sources of information; providing feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems; engaging appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs; evaluating the effectiveness of decisions and adjusting future decisions as appropriate. EDUCATION: Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address KF-DHA-DD60RH DHA R/D ACT-USAMRAA DO NOT MAIL Fort Detrick, MD 21702 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk