Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

Summary This position is part of the Defense Media Activity, Defense Media Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for serving as an Information System Security Manager (ISSM) within American Forces Network (AFN) of DMA and located at the AFN Broadcast Center (AFN-BC), reporting directly to the Chief, Technical Services Division and is responsible for AFN-BC unclassified and classified networks and systems' cybersecurity requirements. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen Occasional Travel Work Schedule: Full-time Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Alternative Work Schedules Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Not Required Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible Position requires the employee to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Employee must pass screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subsequent periodic drug screening thereafter. Position requires some occasional weekend and after-hours work. Employee may be required to occasionally work overtime or compensatory time, evenings, weekends, and federal holidays. Duties of this position may entail occasional travel and/or work at alternative work locations. Qualifications You may qualify at the GS - 12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Analyzing, planning, and developing Cyber Security for networks and systems related to cyber security operations. Training and overseeing Cyber IT and work activities of action officers consisting of military, government-civilian, and contractor personnel. Knowledge and skill in applying security principles and methods of securing systems to conform within DOD policy and the Risk Management Framework. Extensive experience with eMASS. Working with ISSO's and system administrators on the planning, analysis, development and implementation and documentation of complex IT systems. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: You must have Information Technology (IT)-related experience which demonstrates proficiency in each of the following four competencies listed below: 1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 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. 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. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. NOTE: All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Additional information Other Notes: Employee is required to attain within 6 months of being employed the required DoD certifications for DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Management (IAM) level 2 and DoDI 8410.01 Cyber Workforce Role 722 and maintain certifications throughout employment. DMA is engaged in ongoing transformation activities. As such, this position may relocate or be reassigned to Fort Meade, Tobyhanna Army Depot or other DMA locations worldwide. The incumbent will be offered relocation assistance in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulation, Chapter 5, Part F. 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 All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. 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/ Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)) Read more Benefits 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.