LEAD IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (SYSANALYSIS/INFOSEC) with Security Clearance

Duties * The technical authority, the employee leads task forces and project teams in advanced systems software/hardware project efforts. Analyzes and integrates current and future systems and applications to include hardware and software. * Direct and conduct source selections and other evaluations as necessary. Oversee the development of the IT budget and coordinates and provides expert advice to all PFPA Directors and Chiefs. * Manage the allocation of work between the Agency contractors and review the preparation of cost and technical proposals for delivery to the customer. Recommend initiation of new projects and additions to, abandonment of, or changes to contract scope. * Develop technical specifications for solicitations. Coordinate proposed schedules for an acceptance or pilot testing and implementation of contract deliverables with both the contractor and customer. * Responsibilities include development of performance work statements, provision of technical advice to the Contract Officer (COR) or Contract Officer Technical Representative (COTR) or performs duties of the COTR. * Provide mentorship to the rest of the team with specialized knowledge of the related IT resources and processes required to fulfil mission requirements. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a U.S. Citizen. * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. * This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination. * This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual. * This is a drug testing designated position. * This position requires you to complete an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment pursuant to 5 CFR 2634.903(b) (DoD 5500.7). Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below. Basic Requirements: Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. OR Attention to Detail - experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been responsible for reviewing the work of others to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards. Customer Service - developing and maintaining relationships with customers, anticipating and assessing the current and future information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products or services that are tailored to meet customer needs. Oral Communication - briefing senior-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of complex technical information to a non-technical audience. Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address unique, highly complex, or sensitive information technology-related issues. I have anticipated information technology-related problems and have identified and evaluated potential sources of information to generate alternative solutions. Qualifying Experience: To qualify at the GG-14, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Experience refers to any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and Military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, qualifying experience is defined as: Experience directing projects related to cyber security over a range of information technology disciplines, systems, and applications; information systems security management; and managing personnel. Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement. Education To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education . Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at the time of application. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services . There is no substitution of education for the qualifying experienceat the GG-14 grade level. Additional information * This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It is being recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system. * If you are a current Federal Career/Career-Conditional employee, you will be placed on an Excepted appointment. * This appointment does not confer eligibility to be non-competitively converted to an appointment in the competitive service. * Salary range includes a Targeted Local Market Supplement (TLMS) in accordance with Section 1599f of Title 10 U.S.C. and Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1400.25, Volume 3006. * A three year trial period may be required if you have not previously completed a trial or probationary period in the excepted or competitive service. * Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination * Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement. * This is a covered position and the person selected for this position must complete an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment pursuant to 5 CFR 2634.903(b) (DoD 5500.7). * We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. * Moving costs MAY be paid. * The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here . * Salary plus Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized. This rate is subject to change without notice. * Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized. * This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual. * This position has been designated as "Mission Essential." Incumbent will be required to report to work or relocate to a new duty location, within the United States, in times of local/national emergency. * Employee is subject to recall or call back during off-shift hours, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, if required by upper management. * Because this position is in the Cyber Excepted Service, Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of the Title 5 U.S.C. in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, "CES Employment and Placement." If you are a veteran claiming veteran's preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. * For more information on the Cyber Excepted Service Personnel System, click here . * For more information on veterans' preference, click here . * For more information regarding qualifications requirements, click here . * All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance. * If selected, the authorized rate of pay may exceed the stated maximum salary rate range under certain circumstances. * 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. Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the applicant questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, 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. You can preview the Questionnaire here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12696907 Criminal History Inquiries- If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency @ * Benefits Help