IT Specialist (Security)

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Department of War (DoW), Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

The incumbent will be responsible for serving as the Information Assurance (IA)/Computer Network Defense (CND) Officer (IAO/CNDO) for operational assets of a program/project/element.

You may qualify at the NH-03 Broadband Level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below and must meet 2 of the 4 specialized experience listed below to be qualified: Experience with Risk Management Framework techniques, policies, and procedures.

Apply leadership principles to maximize subordinate performance and retain and recruit a quality workforce.

Identify threats and vulnerabilities of computer system(s) and develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).

Implement continuous improvement of the cyber risk posture of the system portfolio within budget, technical, and schedule constraints.

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 directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.

Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

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.

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.

Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Major Duties:

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

This position is being filled under AcqDemo Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for non-acquisition positions involving 51% or more of time in direct support of acquisition positions within Business and Technical Management Professional Career path.

As a IT Specialist (Security) at the NH-2210-3 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Implement Risk Management Framework (RMF) and develop all necessary artifacts (System Security Planning, System Categorization, System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action & Milestone (POA&M) and Cyber scorecard) on key components of the Missile Defense Agency Enterprise Networks.

Ensure the Cybersecurity, Resiliency, Survivability, Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of systems, networks and data, IAW DoD Instructions 8500.01 and 8510.01 and other applicable OMB, DoD, CNSS,NIST and Agency publications.

Manage the Local Control Center (LCC/Tier III) activities and collaborate with the MDA (Tier II) Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) to monitor systems for threats and vulnerabilities.

Monitor the Cyber Tasking Order (CTO) program and coordinate with administrators on CTO requirements and reporting to include incident response with MDA Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT).