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Posted: March 26, 2026 (1 day ago)

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IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

Military Sealift Command

Department of the Navy

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$108,019 - $140,426

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GS-13 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing IT cybersecurity training and policies for the Navy's Military Sealift Command, including developing programs for networks and cyber defense, ensuring systems stay secure, and working with teams to train staff on handling cyber threats.

It's ideal for someone with strong experience in IT training, cybersecurity operations, and policy development who enjoys collaborating with contractors and advising leaders on workforce needs.

The role focuses on keeping mission-critical systems running smoothly while meeting regulatory standards.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of specialized experience at GS-12 level or equivalent, focusing on IT cybersecurity training policies and procedures
  • Expertise in identifying and correcting technical deficiencies in complex IT networks and cyber-monitoring systems
  • Experience collaborating with internal and external contractors to deliver specialized training on active networks and C4 systems
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to advise management on workforce development, regulatory compliance, and quality reviews
  • Knowledge of human resource regulations and ability to contribute to IT workforce strategic plans
  • Proficiency in analytical methods to evaluate data, curriculum development, and the business value of technical training resources
  • Skills in oral communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and customer service for cybersecurity issue resolution

Full Job Description

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer.

Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

GS-13 Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience in mastering the identification and development of technological training policies, curricula, and operational procedures for communication systems, networks, and cyber-monitoring, ensuring all IT training plans incorporate rigorous gap analysis and industry standards.

Experience operating and maintaining mission-critical networks and cyber training programs, utilizing subject matter expertise to identify and correct technical deficiencies within complex IT environments.

Experience collaborating with internal and external contractors to deliver specialized training for CIVMAR personnel on active networks and C4 systems, focusing on cyber-attack resolution to ensure maximum system uptime.

Experience applying organizational and interpersonal skills to advise management on workforce development policies and regulatory requirements while reviewing programs for quality and compliance.

Experience leveraging knowledge of human resource regulations and MSC IT objectives to contribute to the development of Human Capital Strategic Plans tailored to the IT workforce.

Experience utilizing analytical methods to isolate relevant data and provide expert advice on complex IT networks, curriculum development, and the business value of technical training resources Examples of Qualifying Experience: Attention to Detail - Identify potential critical cyber-security problems, trends and weaknesses Customer Service - Establishment of collaborative efforts amongst customers, Program Managers and other stakeholders to plan, coordinate, or provide advice on work efforts Oral Communication - Oral communication skills sufficient to interpret guidelines, prepare and present reports, communicate complex technical requirements, and communicate systems development and implementation issues to decision makers and stakeholders.

Problem Solving - Identifying potential critical cyber-security problems, trends, and weaknesses and recommend specific policy changes to reduce IT security risks.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: IOR:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/gs-2210-information-technology-management-series/ 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. Major Duties:

  • You will manage and support all N6 Branches in the oversight of operational systems, networks C4 Systems and the monitoring for cyber-attacks and ensure required training is conducted on new systems
  • You will provide support to staff and contractors in analyzing and evaluating assigned IT and training to determine their overall quality and effectiveness, including curriculum, instructor, and cost effectiveness.
  • You will manage and work directly with hiring managers to ensure personnel are trained as required by requirements and policy to maintain qualifications.
  • You will interact with activities within MSC to interface on their behalf with external stakeholders and various training providers for personnel training, certification, and maritime credentialing

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/26/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/26/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DE-12917320-26-ASK