IT Specialist (INFOSEC) with Security Clearance

Duties * Serves within the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Information Operations (J6), Program Executive Office (J62) responsible for a variety of application analysis and integration services. * Serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the J62HE FLIS Program Management Office on Risk Management Framework (RMF) and as a technical advisor for the continuous cybersecurity compliance monitoring of the FLIS application. * Serves as the J62HE RMF SME providing RMF/cybersecurity assistance and guidance to the assigned Program Manager I System Manager (PM/SM) for the FLIS program. * Serves within the J62H portfolio comprised of five major programs, including the Federal Logistics Information Services (FLIS) program. * Provides program guidance and advice within J62HE in the development and maintenance of applicable cybersecurity program plans, developing and managing Contingency and Disaster Recovery plans and ensuring Configuration Management .... * .... procedures are developed and implemented in accordance with applicable processes and procedures issued by the J61 Cybersecurity Division, and other various DoD and DLA policies and practices. * Evaluates and provides cybersecurity guidance and assessment on system development lifecycle efforts to ensure that baseline security safeguards are appropriately implemented. * Works in collaboration with the J62HE FLIS PM/SM to ensure proper implementation and management of all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the cybersecurity of the assigned FLIS application to include both legacy and .... * .... new transformational environments. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a U.S. citizen * Tour of Duty: Set Schedule * Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access * Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt * Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. * Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized * Bargaining Unit Status: Yes * Defense Acquisition Workforce position. Must complete DoD certification and other requirements. See Addtl Info. Qualifications To qualify for an IT Specialist (INFOSEC), your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: * Performs analysis to ensure security controls are in place to facilitate and guarantee the confidentiality, integrity, authentication, and non-repudiation of the system(s). * Performs technical and management level assessments, reviews, and oversight for all information system artifacts to include documentation relevant to cybersecurity assessments and audits of information systems. * Recommends strategies for cyber risk management to minimize impacts of risks on the project success. * Works with various cyber security and IT technical experts to develop solutions which aid in eliminating or mitigating the identified vulnerabilities and/or non-compliant controls to enhance to the overall cybersecurity posture resulting in the timely resolution of identified issues. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed: * 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. 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. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional information Position requires DoD Acquisition: Program Manager, Level: Advanced certification within required timeframes. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources . MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE: In order to receive this preference you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP)" eligibility. If you are claiming military spouse preference and are determined to be among the Best Qualified for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant at the full performance level. For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf INFORMATION FOR VETERANS is available at: http://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/veterans.aspx . As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana. * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: * IT Cybersecurity Architecture * IT Network Defense Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation may be completed and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the assessment questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If your resume and/or supporting documentation is reviewed and a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific