IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

Air Force Institute of Technology; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cybersecurity is seeking individuals to join their Cybersecurity Operations and Response Division. This role is pivotal in safeguarding digital assets against cyber threats. Candidates will ensure compliance with security regulations, assist in resolving security incidents, and integrate security programs across IT initiatives. With opportunities for career advancement and a focus on professional development, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity field. If you are passionate about technology and security, this is your chance to contribute to a vital mission.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in relevant fields required for specialized experience.
• Experience in information technology-related roles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with security issues and advise on incident resolution.
• Assist in the integration of security plans and resolving incidents.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

This position is located in Cybersecurity Operations and Response Division (CORD). The Cybersecurity Operations and Response Division (CORD) plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the organization against cyber threats. We ensure the resilience and security of USPTO digital assets.

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available at Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 (Alternative A).

Specialized experience for this position:

For the GS-09:

• Assisting to ensure security issues are in compliance for the organization; AND
• Assisting in advising customers to resolve security incidents; AND
• Escalating security incidents for further action.

OR

EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited or pre-accredited institution in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management; or, two full years of graduate education from an accredited or pre-accredited institution that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks.

OR

A combination of education and experience.

For the GS-11:

• Assisting in integration of security plans/policies for the organization; AND
• Assisting in integration of security programs for other IT programs; AND
• Resolving security incidents to enable expeditious remediation.

OR

EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited or pre-accredited institution in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management; or, three full years of graduate education from an accredited or pre-accredited institution that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks.

OR

A combination of education and experience.

In addition to meeting the specialized experience you must meet the basic requirement below to qualify for this series.

Basic Requirement Competencies: The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology-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.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers 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.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

NOTE: This is a career-ladder position that includes grades GS-09, 11, 12, and 13. Upon satisfactory completion of qualification/performance requirements and at management's discretion, the incumbent may be advanced non-competitively to the next higher level. It is the ability to demonstrate satisfactory performance at the next higher level in all aspects of the position that is the primary basis for consideration for promotion. Meeting the time-in-grade requirement for the higher-grade position does not automatically entitle the incumbent to a promotion.