Summary This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. Responsibilities This position serves as Information System Security Officer (ISSO) &/or Program Manager (PM) of multiple classified networks and systems, with responsibility for ensuring Information Assurance and Cybersecurity (per DoD guidance and accepted best practices) is incorporated into the full life cycle of systems in computer and network infrastructure at all classification levels. Develops, improves, and implements Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) program on multiple classified networks and systems. Supports certification and accreditation processes, such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation (C&A) Program and Director, Central Intelligence Directive (DCID) 6/3, and assists in development and implementation of plans of action and milestones (POA&M). Ensures networks and systems achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). Performs periodic and as directed assessments of security controls associated with networks and systems and develops and assists in implementing cost effective remediation plans to address shortfalls. Develops and reports relevant metrics and information on Information Assurance, C&A, and security control status of networks and systems. Assists in conducting Computer Network Defense (CND) including support of incident response, computer forensics, and interaction with internal and external organizations: DTRA Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC), US Cyber Command, Joint Force Headquarters - Department of Defense Information Network (JFHQ-DODIN), counterintelligence and law enforcement. As a INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (SECURITY) at the GS-2210-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Developing, improving and implementing the Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) program on multiple classified networks and systems. Supporting certification and accreditation processes, identifying the need for information assurance and information security changes based on new security requirements, technologies or threats and assisting in development and implementation of plans of action and milestones (POA&M). Applying mastery of information assurance and information security principles ensuring networks and systems achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). Performing periodic and as directed assessments of security controls associated with networks / systems, and developing / assisting in implementing cost effective remediation plans to address shortfalls. Supporting the execution of Computer Network Defense (CND) actions including communicating with internal and external organizations. Independently planning, organizing, prioritizing, and developing schedules to deliver program objectives on schedule and within budget while adhering to DoD regulations and changing situations. Planning, developing and coordinating system processes and specifications necessary to meet IT security requirements at the agency level. Maintaining government property custodianship for security enclave tools related hardware. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-13 grade level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Systems security certification and accreditation requirements supporting a Cybersecurity Security Service Provider (CSSP), Evaluation Scoring Metrics (ESM) audits and processes sufficient to ensure the certification and accreditation of associated systems and networks. Federal information systems security processes and protocols sufficient to ensure the ongoing coordination, collaboration and application of information assurance and security activities to maintain the certification and accreditation of cybersecurity systems and networks. Information systems and network security engineering principles and concepts and project management principles and methods sufficient to lead and maintain the implementation of cybersecurity programs designed to anticipate, assess, and minimize system vulnerabilities and to establish vulnerability reporting and management programs. Interpreting and applying the Federal IT security hierarchy sufficient to implement higher level security requirements to a Cybersecurity Security Service Providers (CSSP) new and existing environment such as those resulting from laws, regulations, or Presidential directives and to develop programs or activities to ensure the continued integration cybersecurity programs across multiple IT and systems and disciplines. 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. This is an Information Assurance Management Level 2 and Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) Infrastructure Support position. Department of Defense Policy Statement 8570.1-M (Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program) requires the selectee to receive Information Assurance (IA) certifications within 6 months of entering the position as a condition of employment. Selectee must acquire continuing education requirements IAW the governing body for their certification. Certification must be maintained as long as the employee remains in the position. Additional Information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the @type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Special Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/) The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d 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: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
