IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

Full TimeAZ-SIERRA VISTAEPG
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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

IT/Computer Science

Job Summary

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)
 
WHAT IS ATEC?

ATEC is the Army’s independent test and evaluation organization. We are a team of Civilian and Military personnel working together to provide America’s Military with the best equipment to win and return home safely. At  ATEC, we have a saying: If a Soldier rides, wears, shoots, or deploys it, we test it. ATEC is at the forefront of testing and evaluating technologies of the future from autonomous aerial/ground vehicles to hypersonic weapons. Each day, top scientists and engineers test and evaluate cutting-edge equipment. Our workforce is highly technical and skilled, comprised of more than 8,500 military, civilian, and contract personnel. Engineers, scientists, technicians, researchers, and evaluators work with innovative, advanced technologies in 24 testing and research locations across the U.S. States and around the world. If you are a civilian who wants their work to make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you. For more information on ATEC, salary, benefits, etc., see: ATEC Civilian Careers
 
This is a Direct Hire (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
 
The Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) mission statement:  The U.S. Army Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) executes developmental testing in direct support of Army Futures Command, Program Executive Offices, DOD partners and industry partners to ensure our War fighters are enabled to dominate the future battlefield. 
 
The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command has various incentives that may be available for highly qualified candidates. These include Recruitment Incentives, Relocation Incentives, credit for Leave Accrual. Incentives may be authorized IAW agency policy.  
 
The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures, and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential. 
 
Sierra Vista is a Purple Heart City and veteran friendly, where the average commute is 16 minutes. This mid-sized city experiences a mild climate with a laidback lifestyle and athletic environment. The surrounding area has a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, cycling (30 miles of path) and wildlife viewing. Water activities are available at two nearby lakes, and the city’s Cove Aquatic Center. There is a weekly Farmer’s Market and many holiday festivals throughout the year. The city is just a short drive away from Southern Arizona’s bustling wine country, Cochise County alone has over 10 wineries. Sierra Vista is home to a community college and two universities. Fort Huachuca’s Housing Office even offers local relocation assistance for our Civilian workforce. Those wishing to live in Tucson for additional housing options and work on post, may utilize a weekday shuttle. 
 
More information about EPG can be found at: EPG Homepage   Follow EPG at:   EPG Facebook Page

Job Responsibilities

Serves as the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for EPG with primary responsibility to manage all Cybersecurity facets of EPG’s unique Test and Evaluation (T&E) infrastructure, capabilities, systems, software, development environments, and labs.  

  • Responsible for the administration of the Command Risk Management Framework (RMF) program and all RMF package submissions.
  • Leads the administration of EPG’s Cybersecurity programs for all networks, systems, software, and accreditations.
  • Responsible for assisting System Owners in developing and maintaining appropriate security documentation including system security plans and other security authorization package documentation (e.g., contingency plans, contingency plan test reports, user recertifications, annual FISMA assessments, etc.,) and ensures continuous monitoring of information systems.
  • Accredits, manages, and continually assesses the security posture of classified and unclassified Information Systems (ISs.)
  • Serves as the Command Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) functional expert and package maintainer.

Job Qualification

U.S. Citizens who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the following series: 2210 2210 OPM Link

2210 Information Technology:

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, Cybersecurity related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined:

1.  Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Examples of Cybersecurity-related experience demonstrating this competency include: completing thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations; occasionally reviewing work completed by others.

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. Examples of Cybersecurity-related experience demonstrating this competency include: resolving routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints; developing and maintaining strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers; conducting evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommending procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation.

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. Examples of Cybersecurity-related experience demonstrating this competency include: convincingly conveying complex information to customers; presenting thoughts that are well-organized and demonstrating confidence in the facts and ideas; adjusting style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; using various methods to explain and convey information.

4.  Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Examples of Cybersecurity-related experience demonstrating this competency include: solving complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives; identifying possible conflicts and shared benefits; helping team anticipate problems and identifying and evaluating potential sources of information; providing feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems; engaging appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs; evaluating the effectiveness of decisions and adjusting future decisions as appropriate.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the specialized experience qualification requirement listed below:

Specialized Experience

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12.)

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 that demonstrated experience:

  1. Managing and maintaining a Command Cybersecurity program within a Test and Evaluation (T&E) or Research and Development (R&D) organization.
  2. Implementing Risk Management Framework (RMF) 2.0, Continuous Monitoring (CONMON), and SENTINEL accreditation packages.
  3. Working knowledge of Cybersecurity practices and principles for the Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN.)

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify.  For this job, you must meet the qualification requirements using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

Cybersecurity principles, concepts, practices, systems software, database software, and hardware systems.

  • Written/Oral Communication of complex Cybersecurity information across a varied audience.
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience and knowledge within a Test and Evaluation (T&E) or Research and Development (R&D) environment.
  • Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) functional knowledge.

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described above. If your resume includes a photograph/inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility/qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position. 

Conditions of Employment

  • Position requires Temporary duty (TDY) travel of up to 25% of the time.
  •  Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with eligibility for Top Secret Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI).
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  •  In accordance with Change 3 to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program the incumbent must successfully pass urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter and is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R (Condition of Employment for Certain Positions Identified as Critical Under the Drug Abuse Testing Program).
  • This is a Defense Cyberspace Workforce Framework (DCWF) position with certification requirements as outlined in DoDD 8140.02 – Cyberspace Workforce Management.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • A trial/probationary period may be required.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement
  • Relocation or Recruitment Incentive maybe offered.
  • The incumbent may be required to work nights and weekends to support the mission. 
  • 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
  • This is NOT a REMOTE Position.

Incumbent is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I Confidential Financial Disclosure Reports) upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 17-Nov-2011.

Travel Requirements

Greater than 20% Travel