Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency is hiring: IT CYBERSECURITY SPEC

Overview

Excel as a Technology Reviewer on DCSA's Cyber Operational Readiness Assessment (CORA) Team. Conduct advanced security assessments using STIGs, provide expert analysis, and strengthen national cyber defense. Build specialized expertise, shape solutions to complex risks, and advance your career as part of the Gatekeepers of America's Security.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments / inspections / reviews at contractor facilities in accordance with established DoD policies that include industrial security procedures, systems, standards, and regulations governing the safeguarding of classified information.
• Evaluate technical & operational risks / vulnerabilities in IT environments: networks, systems, applications, & infrastructure. Protect assets by identifying weaknesses.
• Review authorization and assurance documents to confirm that the level of risk is within acceptable limits for each software application, system, and network.
• Provide an accurate technical evaluation of the software application, system, or network, documenting the security posture, capabilities, and vulnerabilities against relevant cybersecurity compliances.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US citizen
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. For more information, http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59 PM EST will be considered
• This is a Drug Testing designated position
• Position is a (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under U.S.C. 1601
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• PCS (Permanent Change of Station): Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: Supervisors may approve situational telework on a case-by-case, temporary basis for limited situations.
• If selected, the incumbent must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as indicated in job announcement.
• In accordance with DoD 8140.03, Cyber Workforce Qualification and Management Program, the incumbent must be certified under the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (Cyber Code 541, Vulnerability Assessment Analyst) at least at the Basic level. DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (Cyber Code 541, Vulnerability Assessment Analyst) Intermediate or Advanced certifications also meet this requirement.
• Applicants not already certified must achieve the required certification within nine (9) months of appointment as a condition of employment.
• The incumbent is also required to file and maintain a current OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, in compliance with 5 C.F.R. Part 2634.
• If not currently certified as a DoD Cyber Defense Command Technology Reviewer, selectee will be required to complete the appropriate training and successfully pass a check-ride for their primary technology area within six (6) months of appointment.
• If achieved, applicants must provide a copy of their 8140.03 certification and / or DoD Cyber Defense Command Technology Reviewer Certification.

Qualifications

This position has a Basic Requirement for the 2210 : Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and / or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate

GS-5 through GS-15 (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.

• Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Customer Service - Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services.
• Oral Communication - Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others.
• Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Specialized Experience for GS-7 (or equivalent) and Above: Positions at GS-7 (or equivalent) and above require one year of specialized experience at the next lower GS-grade (or equivalent). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies / knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT.

• NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See : Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 for qualification standards.

Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position.

Specialized experience for this GG-13 position includes :

• Using Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to assess technology areas such as networks, endpoint security, vulnerability scanning, DNS, operating systems, or databases.
• Utilizing knowledge of cybersecurity principles, networking concepts, and security methodologies to perform impact and risk assessments.
• Preparing audit reports that identify technical and procedural findings with recommended remediation strategies.
• Utilizing risk management processes for assessing and mitigating risk.

Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies :

• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
• Cybersecurity: Protect and defend information and information systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. (AKA Information Assurance).
• Information Technology Performance Assessment: Conduct continuous performance measurement to ensure that Information Technology activities, processes, and / or hardware / software are achieving desired results.
• Strategic Communication: Written and Oral Communication

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Veterans Preference / Current or Former Federal

In accordance with DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, veterans preference is not required to be applied when considering candidates with prior Federal competitive or excepted service who have completed a probationary or trial period and have not been separated for cause. Therefore, veterans preference will not be applied to applicants with current federal service, or former federal civilian service meeting the above criteria.

Other Notes

Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at the DoD's issuing.

Applicants selected from this announcement may be required to serve a two-year trial period. If selected, Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge that they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for a DCIPS excepted service positions. If selected, non-DCIPS candidates must acknowledge in writing that the position they have been selected for is in the excepted service and covered by DCIPS. Selection under this appointment authority does not confer civil service competitive status. All current and former Federal employees must submit a copy of your latest SF50 showing tenure, grade and position type.

Resumes should NOT include: Classified information / SSN / Photo of yourself / personal information. Resumes with this prohibited information will be automatically ineligible for consideration.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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