INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a the JITTC Special Access Program ISSO with responsibility for planning, implementation, quality assurance, configuration, installation, integration, maintenance testing, operational integrity, and systems security of Automated Information Systems (AIS) and associated aircraft platform mission systems.

Duties

Organizes and executes Information Assurance activities of the JITTC Programs Office. Administrator for JITTC Special Access Program Automated Information Systems. Implements the JITTC Special Access Program network security program. Provides technical assistance, and support to customers during daily test and training operations and exercises.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving AND have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: The utilization of IT network systems design principles, methodologies, and approaches to plan, develop, test, install, operate, administer, and maintain network services that support functional security requirements; the application of customer support concepts and methods to assist management in determining requirements and resolving problems; and the ability to analyze functional IT network system requirements, translates findings into functional requirements, develop supportable oral/written recommendations for enhancement, and apply a wide range of methodologies and tools. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time--in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a full range of IT principles, methods, regulations, policies, products and services sufficient to manage a classified security enclave, computers, communications, industrial, information, physical and personnel security programs. Knowledge of IT security requirements for certification and accreditation, network operations and protocols, systems testing and evaluation and performance management methods sufficient to plan and conduct security accreditations reviews for installed systems/networks and assess/advise on new or revised security measures and countermeasures based on the results of accreditation reviews. Knowledge of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program information, industrial, physical, operational and personnel security principles, practices and policies as they apply to information systems security. Knowledge of operating systems, associated devices, and the interoperability of systems sufficient to install, upgrade, troubleshoot, test, and maintain those systems; to optimize the functionality and performance of systems; and to ensure the availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers. Skill in organizing and prioritizing work tasks, even without direct intervention from the supervisor. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with higher headquarters, superiors, co-workers and customers in order to coordinate teams of people to cooperatively meet mission priorities. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.