IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN/INFOSEC)

This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command., * Controls current versions and future releases of application software, and documents the physical configuration of information systems.

• Oversees the management of accounts, network rights, and access to systems and equipment.
• Applies knowledge of basic system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques., * 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.
• 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.
• We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
• 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., * Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008); and full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). Read more about what you should include in your federal resume at USAJOBS.

• DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; Social Security Number; Photos of yourself; Personal information, such as age, sex, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and digitally signed documents. Read more about what you should leave out of your resume at USAJOBS

• A complete Assessment Questionnaire (if applicable)

• Other required supporting documents: (SEE THE SECTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT ENTITLED “REQUIRED DOCUMENTS” FOR MORE INFORMATION ON WHAT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS MAY BE NEEDED)

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Do you have experience in Providing information to customers?, * 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.
• In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements overall in 12 months.
• 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., Experience must be IT related and the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience, as appropriate.

For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

• Attention to Detail - experience reviewing your own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.
• Customer Service - experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs.
• Oral Communication - briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must possess qualifying experience. To qualify at the GG-12 grade level 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 (GS/GG-11) in the federal service.

For this position, qualifying experience is defined as administering IT systems and managing customer profiles; auditing cross-platform permissions; implementing disaster recovery and security compliance strategies; and providing advanced user support, as well as possessing practical experience utilizing Mobile Device Management (MDM) or mobile security platforms, such as Samsung Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) or Zimperium Mobile Security.

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.

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.

**Combination of education and experience is not applicable for this position. **, There is no substitution of education for qualifying experience at the GG-12 grade level., 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., * Information Management

• Information Technology Policy and Planning

• Information Systems/Network Security, Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education., Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type

• National security

Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

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 windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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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., Yes-Situational telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $93,400 - $121,422 per year Pay scale & grade GG 12 Promotion potential None Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test