IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Applicants must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies or knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience is typically in or directly relates to the work of the position to be filled.
(1) Demonstrates ability to communicate technical matters in writing and orally, in such a manner that facilitates appropriate managerial action and customer understanding.
(2) Acute knowledge of and ability to apply information systems security principles; concepts and standards, including knowledge of new IT security developments: demonstrated ability to apply
computer and network security techniques and tools for quality control of information security
throughout the Cyber Operations Center personnel and customers to minimize system
vulnerabilities in mission critical IT resources.
(3) Acute knowledge of planning, scheduling, and resource management in an operational environment in order to support 24x7x365 operations of the Marine Corps Enterprise Network. Knowledge of and skill in applying a wide variety of applications, operating systems, protocols, and equipment used in customer support sufficient to receive, respond to, and ensure complete resolution of any Cyber Operations Center call, document actions taken, and give needed guidance or training to customers to prevent recurrences.
(4) Knowledge of and skill in understanding of IT concepts, principles, methods and practices for both existing and emerging technology and an understanding of how these trends can impact the organization's mission, efficiency and expense is required.

This position is within the Work Category-PROFFESIONAL at Work Level- FULL PERFORMANCE, Series 2210 and Grade GG-12.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://dodcio.defense.gov/Cyber-Workforce/CES.asp

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

JOB SUMMARY:
This position serves as an Information Technology (IT) Specialist in the Cyber Operations Center, Current Operations (COPS) Branch, S-3 Division, MCCOG, Quantico, VA and is immediately accountable to the COPS Cyber Operations Center Manager. Responsible for ensuring the reliable management of MCCOG IT support requests. Oversees MCEN network and event monitoring. Serves as a single point of contact for all MCCOG Tier II and Tier III customer related issues. Provides high quality and efficient support focused on Cybersecurity operations and customer Information Assurance (IA) requirements.