Information Technology Specialist (InfoSec)

Cybersecurity Jobs; Glynco (GA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Government, stationed at the Federal training center in Georgia, seeks an Information Technology Specialist (InfoSec) to oversee the cybersecurity posture of systems across their lifecycle. The role emphasizes RMF execution, continuous monitoring, and security planning in a Moderate Risk environment. Salary ranges from USD 106,437 to 138,370 per year and is onsite in Glynco, GA.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a background investigation and adherence to federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Background investigation required.
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Direct deposit for pay is required.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license required.
• Complete USAHire online assessment if required.
• Overtime and occasional travel may be required.
• Position is not remote; onsite in Glynco, GA.
• IT-related experience must demonstrate Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cybersecurity posture for systems across the full lifecycle, including continuous monitoring and remediation tracking.
• Participate in implementing cybersecurity controls.
• Develop and review security authorization documents.
• Support RMF from initiation to completion and coordinate security authorizations.
• Develop and review system security plans and controls to align with agency policies.
• Advise stakeholders on cybersecurity issues and risk management.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Cybersecurity Principles

Tools

RMF

NIST

FISMA

Job description

Grow and maintain cybersecurity capability across the full system lifecycle while supporting the processes that enable secure operations. This onsite role with US Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers is focused on strengthening cybersecurity posture through continuous monitoring, risk management activities, and security authorization documentation in a Moderate Risk environment.

As an Information Technology Specialist (InfoSec) GS-2210-13 within the Chief Information Technology Directorate, you will oversee cybersecurity posture for one or more systems and coordinate key activities spanning continuous monitoring, RMF execution, and security planning. Salary for this position is USD 106,437 - 138,370 per year, and the work is performed in Glynco, GA (onsite).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the cybersecurity posture for one or more systems across the entire lifecycle, including continuous monitoring through audit log reviews, controlled testing, and tracking remediation actions.
• Participate in the implementation of cybersecurity controls.
• Develop and/or review security authorization documents.
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process from initiation through completion in accordance with published procedures, coordinating and documenting security authorizations for assigned systems.
• Develop and review system security plans and security controls to support continued implementation in line with the agency Security Plan (SP) and applicable policies.
• Assess risk, provide recommendations and guidance to the board chairperson, and contribute input for the development of system operations procedures.
• Maintain an inventory of system components (hardware and software) as an element of the SP.
• Establish minimum security requirements for a system and ensure controls are provided to the appropriate project manager for inclusion in overall system requirements.
• Advise cybersecurity stakeholders, including authorizing officials, program managers, system owners, project managers, and systems administrators on cybersecurity issues.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
• This is a non-bargaining unit position.
• Set up direct deposit for pay.
• Maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license to conduct official government business.
• Complete the initial online assessment and the USAHire Assessment, if required.
• Overtime may be required, and occasional travel may be required.
• This position is not remote. Weekends and federal holidays may be required.
• Resume must be no more than two pages.
• For all positions, IT-related experience must demonstrate each of the four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving.
• Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Evaluation is based on qualifications in the application materials, responses to the questionnaire, and required online assessments.
• Competencies include: Accountability, Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Decision Making, Flexibility, Influencing/Negotiating, Integrity/Honesty, Interpersonal Skills, Learning, Reading Comprehension, Reasoning, Self-Management, Stress Tolerance, and Teamwork.
• You must complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and meet the cut score; failing to complete the assessment or scoring below the cut score will prevent consideration.

Technology & Compliance Scope

• Risk Management Framework (RMF), FISMA, and NIST

Additional Information

• Suitability/Fitness background investigation required for an IT Non-Sensitive, Moderate Risk position.
• Work is sedentary with everyday safety precautions; the role may occasionally involve uncomfortable conditions in research and production facilities.
• Reasonable Accommodation (RA) requests can be made during the USAHire assessment process.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized; PCS is not authorized. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies during the next 90 days.
• Veterans preference does not apply under this Direct-Hire Authority (DHA).

Benefits: Eligibility depends on the type of position held and whether the role is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

Open to: the public, U.S. Citizens/Nationals, career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), and eligible displaced federal employees. The position will be filled through a direct-hire authority (Clarification from the agency: all U.S. citizens).