INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Department of the Navy (Agency Wide)

$88K — $105K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 1 year of experience managing a DoD or DON cybersecurity program according to RMF requirements
  • Experience leading continuous monitoring and incident response for enterprise information systems
  • Proficient in developing and evaluating cybersecurity policies and security controls
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cybersecurity projects, coordinating with stakeholders
  • Strong capabilities in attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Command Information System Security Manager (ISSM) overseeing the cybersecurity program
  • Provide authoritative cybersecurity guidance to command leadership
  • Develop and implement policies ensuring system confidentiality, integrity, and availability
  • Direct the Risk Management Framework (RMF) program and oversee security control implementation
  • Maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) compliance across multiple systems
  • Oversee vulnerability management and incident response activities
  • Analyze cyber risks and prioritize remediation efforts

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for federal employees
  • Access to a variety of health, retirement, and wellness programs
  • Eligibility for ad-hoc/situational telework options
  • Potential career advancement opportunities within the federal government
  • Commitment to work-life balance and professional development resources
Full Job Description
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  • You will serve as the Command Information System Security Manager (ISSM), directing and overseeing the cybersecurity program to ensure compliance with applicable command and federal cybersecurity policies, standards, and directives.
  • You will provide authoritative guidance to command leadership on cybersecurity risk, security posture, and regulatory compliance.
  • You will develop and implement policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives that protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems and data.
  • You will direct the Risk Management Framework (RMF) program by overseeing authorization activities, continuous monitoring, security control implementation, Plans of Action and Milestones, and risk management processes.
  • You will maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) compliance across multiple information systems.
  • You will oversee vulnerability management, cybersecurity assessments, incident response, and continuous monitoring activities.
  • You will analyze enterprise cyber risk, prioritize remediation efforts, and ensure timely resolution of identified security deficiencies.
  • You will mentor Information System Security Officers and cybersecurity personnel by establishing priorities, assigning work, evaluating performance, and fostering a culture of accountability, improvement, and mission-focused customer service.
  • You will represent the Command's cybersecurity interests by partnering with internal and external stakeholders to integrate cybersecurity requirements into enterprise services, information technology modernization initiatives, and mission operations.
  • You will lead cybersecurity projects and strategic initiatives by establishing objectives, managing resources and schedules, resolving technical and programmatic challenges, and delivering mission-focused outcomes that support Command priorities.


Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector, performing duties such as: 1) Managing the implementation of a Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), or similar private and/or public sector Cybersecurity Program in accordance with cybersecurity policies, standards, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements; 2) Leading continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, security assessments, incident response activities, and risk mitigation efforts to maintain the security and authorization of enterprise information systems; 3) Developing, implementing, and evaluating cybersecurity policies, procedures, and security controls while providing technical guidance and recommendations to leadership on cybersecurity risk and compliance; and 4) Leading or managing cybersecurity projects and initiatives by coordinating stakeholders, establishing priorities, resolving technical or programmatic issues, and ensuring successful execution of organizational cybersecurity objectives.

In addition to the above, you must meet the following competencies:

  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.


Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/

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.

Education

There is no substitute of education for experience for this series at this grade level.

Additional information

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

Several vacancies may be filled.

This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management.

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.

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.

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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.

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