IT Cyber Specialist (INFOSEC/NETWORK)

U.S. Coast Guard; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 122,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks an IT Cyber Specialist (INFOSEC/NETWORK) for the Coast Guard Cyber Command in Washington, DC.

The role focuses on planning, analysis, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, and procedures within the CPT environment. Responsibilities include developing contingency plans, preventing unauthorized access, and coordinating cyber defense efforts across enterprise systems.

Qualifications

• No formal education requirement stated for this vacancy.
• Experience in planning, analysis, and enhancement of information systems security programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, analyze, and enhance information systems security programs, policies, and procedures.
• Develop policies and procedures to ensure CPT information systems reliability and access.
• Configure and use cyber defense tools to monitor and analyze target systems for malicious activity.
• Provide expert technical support to enterprise-wide defense technicians and perform initial forensic imaging.

Skills

INFOSEC/NETWORK

Cyber defense tools

Tools

Cyber defense tools

Job description

• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Hiring Path: Public
• Number of Openings: 1
• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

This vacancy is for a GS-2210-13/14, IT Cyber Specialist (INFOSEC/NETWORK) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, COAST GUARD CYBER COMMAND 1790 CYBER PROTECTION TEAM in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia.

Key Responsibilities

You will serve as a/an IT Cyber Specialist (INFOSEC/NETWORK) and be responsible for the planning, analysis, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, and procedures. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.

Typical work assignments include: Developing policies and procedures to ensure CPT information systems reliability and accessibility, and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data. Developing systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures; developing and implementing programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures..

Configuring and using cyber defense tools to enable CPT operator capabilities for monitoring and analysis of target systems in order to identify malicious activity.. Coordinating and providing expert technical support to enterprise-wide defense technicians to resolve cyber defense incidents; performing initial, forensically sound collection of images; and inspecting images to discern possible mitigation/remediation on enterprise systems..

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.

Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.

If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Student Loan - Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent or term position may be eligible for student loan repayment up to $10,000 (pre‑tax) for one calendar year. More than one loan may be repaid if the combined repayments do not exceed $10,000. Receipt of this incentive will require a three‑year service agreement.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service‑connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $121785 – $187093/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.