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IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Infosec)

Defense Finance and Accounting Service
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
$57,331 - $57,331 USD yearly

Duties

  • Conducts information systems security evaluations, audits, assessments and reviews to identify vulnerabilities, risks and protection needs.
  • Assesses security threats and implements corrective action. Implements modifications to systems to minimize vulnerabilities. Troubleshoots security threats and vulnerabilities in response to incident reports.
  • Monitors and evaluates compliance with IT security policies and procedures in the development of information systems.
  • Understands core components of Federal Information Systems Control Audit Manual (FISCAM) and will assist applications with FISCAM and audit compliance questions and requirements.
  • Participates in network and systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate systems security policies and procedures. Continually evaluates and recommends adoption of new IT security methods that enhance capabilities.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Background Investigation
  • Suitable for Federal Employment
  • Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
  • 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.
  • In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.

Qualifications

**This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, HOW TO APPLY and NEXT STEPS sections below for instructions.

This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense.

Basic Requirement: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to, or above, the level of this position. Your resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the entire application process.

  • Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards. My work or the data that I produce is typically reviewed by my supervisor or another colleague
  • Customer Service- experience having brief contact with customers to provide information about available information technology products and services and providing customers with standard products or routine services to address information technology needs
  • Oral Communication- experience informing my supervisor and other IT staff of the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of basic technical information to a non-technical audience
  • Problem Solving- identifying or selecting from a number of alternatives to address routine information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from standard sources that provide a limited number of solutions
IN ADDITION TO THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS LISTED ABOVE:

For Entry at the GS-07 Level: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade n the federal service (GS-05), which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: Applying information assurance policy and procedures to automated information systems; assisting with information systems security testing within automated information systems.

For Entry at the GS-09 Level: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade n the federal service (GS-07), which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: Assisting in planning and developing information security policy and procedures for automated information systems; assisting in implementing technical information assurance and security controls within automated information systems; performing systems security testing within automated information systems.

For Entry at the GS-11 Level: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade n the federal service (GS-09), which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: Conducting information systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews to identify vulnerabilities, risks and protection needs of information systems; developing security specifications, technical controls and testing plans for automated information systems; reviewing audit results and implementing recommendations relating to security and information assurance policy and procedures.

GS-07, GS-09, GS-11 entry grade levels. Once eligibility and qualification requirements are met, selectees will be eligible for promotion at management discretion to the GS-09 or GS-11 grade levels without further competition.

Volunteer Experience: 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.

Education

**This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, HOW TO APPLY and NEXT STEPS sections below for instructions.

YOU MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS IF YOU ARE SUBSITUTING EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED

**Combination of education and experience is not applicable for this Job Series.**

For Entry at the GS-07, Substitution of education for experience:
One full year of graduate level education in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management; or superior academic achievement (SAA) with a 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, may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Combination of education and experience is not applicable for this position. Additional information on S.A.A. and/or which Honor Societies are recognized click on the link to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Classification & Qualifications Standards: Superior Academic Achievement.

For Entry at the GS-09, Substitution of education for experience:
Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master's degree or equivalent graduate 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. Combination of education and experience is not applicable for this position.

For Entry at the GS-11, Substitution of education for experience:
A qualifying Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral 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. Combination of education and experience is not applicable for this position.

Additional information

  • This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment
  • For Reasonable Accommodation Requests, see the How to Apply section.
  • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
  • This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Veteran's preference does not apply under this Direct Hire Authority (DHA).
  • Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
  • As a condition of employment, you may be required to serve a 1 year probation during which we'll evaluate if continued employment advances public interest. The evaluation considers: performance & conduct; needs & interests of the agency; if continued employment advances agency goals; if continued employment advances the efficiency of the Federal service. At the end of the probationary period, employment will be terminated unless you receive certification that continued employment advances public interest.
  • We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
  • Position is Non-Exempt at the GS-07 & GS-09 levels and Exempt at the GS-11 & 12 level, from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • This position will be covered by a formal training under the DFAS Career Acclimation Program (DCAP). Promotion is conditional based on performance, successful completion of training, and availability of higher graded work. Participants who do not successfully complete the program may be separated.
  • For grades below the full performance level, only MSP/PPP eligible candidates who currently occupy a formal training program position will be entitled to exercise their priority preference.
  • DFAS recognizes the value of competencies gained through formal education and professional certifications. To ensure consistent credit is given for these credentials DFAS has developed standard selection criteria to be used when filling positions in professional and administrative series. Selections for professional and administrative positions will be based on four categories of selection criteria: Experience, Other, Education, and Certifications.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).
  • Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, here).
  • Security Designation varies dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employmentrequires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individualsare required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
  • Applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.