SUPV IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)
Defense Information Systems Agency
Posted: January 12, 2026 (2 days ago)
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Defense Commissary Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Salary
$131,385 - $170,806
per year
Type
Full Time
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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).
This job involves leading a team to build and manage cybersecurity programs for a defense agency, ensuring systems are protected from threats while following government rules.
It includes supervising staff, creating security policies, and advising leaders on risks and new technologies.
A good fit would be an experienced IT security professional with leadership skills, a strong background in federal regulations, and the ability to handle complex systems like cloud setups.
Serves as the Cybersecurity Supervisor, leading the development, implementation, and enforcement of enterprise cybersecurity programs, including technical engineering initiatives, across the organization.
Read the entire announcement before starting the application process.
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent, demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of a GS-14 Supervisory Cybersecurity position.
Creditable experience includes: Leading the planning, development, and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies, including risk management and compliance with federal cybersecurity standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST, DoDI 8140).
Supervising cybersecurity teams responsible for threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and secure system operations.
Overseeing the design, implementation, and enforcement of security architecture, policies, and controls across hybrid enterprise systems, including cloud environments.
Designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise cybersecurity architecture, including secure system configurations, cloud and on-premises integration, and adoption of emerging technologies to protect mission-critical systems.
Using data-driven approaches to develop cybersecurity metrics, dashboards, and reports for senior leadership to inform strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
Advising senior management on emerging cyber threats, security trends, and workforce development initiatives; leading staff training, mentoring, and succession planning.
You will receive credit for all relevant qualifying experience (paid and unpaid), including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).Additional Requirements that must be met by the closing date: Time-in-grade applies to the promotion of current and former federal employees who hold or have held a permanent GS position in either the competitive or excepted service in the previous 52 weeks, including current employees applying under VEOA.
Your application package must contain proof you meet this requirement. See Required Documents for more information. For GS-14: You must have 52 weeks of Federal service at or equivalent to GS-13.
Time after competitive appointment.
Current federal civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since being selected for a non temporary appointment from a competitive examination register of eligibles (an announcement opened to the public) or under a direct hire authority.
As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate your level of experience in these competencies: Compliance Cybersecurity Information Technology Architecture IT Cybersecurity Architecture (INFOSEC) IT Network Defense (INFOSEC) IT Policy and Planning (PLCYPLN) Leadership Minimum Qualifcations GS-14 Requirements Analysis (DATAMGT) Risk Management (SYSANALYSIS) Strategic Thinking Technical Competence Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Bargaining Unit Status: Not Covered Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No.
DoD criteria not met. Telework eligible: Yes, Telework is at discretion of supervisor/Agency Remote work eligible: No. Major Duties:
Serve as the Cybersecurity Supervisor, leading the development, implementation, and enforcement of enterprise cybersecurity programs, including technical engineering initiatives, across the organization.
Develop, update, and enforce agency-wide cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with Federal/DoD guidance, regulatory requirements, and organizational priorities.
Establish, oversee, and coordinate cybersecurity governance frameworks, working groups, and councils to define roles, responsibilities, and accountability for risk management, compliance, and enterprise security architecture.
Direct enterprise cybersecurity operations, including engineering, secure system design, vulnerability management, incident response, threat monitoring, system hardening, and security architecture across on-premises and cloud environments.
Provide expert advice and guidance to senior leadership on cybersecurity strategy, emerging threats, engineering solutions, risk mitigation, and implementation of best practices to protect mission-critical systems and data.
Drive performance measurement and reporting for cybersecurity programs, including the development of metrics, dashboards, and reports to inform leadership, support audits, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Lead, mentor, and collaborate with multidisciplinary cybersecurity teams, fostering a culture of security awareness, technical excellence, workforce development, and continuous improvement in enterprise security posture.
Read the entire job announcement. Focus on the following sections to understand whether or not you qualify for the position.
This critical information is found under: Duties and Qualifications How to Apply (including a preview of the assessment questionnaire, if applicable) How You Will be Evaluated Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
We do not assume you have the necessary experience to successfully perform in this job regardless of your employment history or academic career.
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