IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Cybersecurity Jobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 142,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Cybersecurity Jobs seeks an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) to support the Director of Submarine Programs in Washington, DC. You will manage cyber risk and guide risk-based cybersecurity authorization decisions to protect DoD systems under DSP purview.

The role requires US citizenship, ability to obtain interim/final security clearance (Top Secret), and readiness to travel as needed; you will exercise primary authority for risk-based decisions and work within a RMF framework to sustain a

Qualifications

• Attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving are required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) within the Director of Submarine Programs.
• Implement and oversee cyber risk across the Director of Submarine Programs portfolio.
• Act as the primary authority for risk-based decisions impacting the cybersecurity authorization process for systems under DSP purview.
• Balance operational speed with the technical rigor needed for a robust cybersecurity posture.
• Represent command risk tolerance and provide strategic direction for the RMF process.
• Ensure assessments are completed in a standardized, compliant, and effective manner.
• Execute delegate authority to conduct in-depth technical risk assessments within assigned cybersecurity domains.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Oral communication

Problem solving

Job description

Serve as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) supporting the Director of Submarine Programs by managing cyber risk and guiding risk-based cybersecurity authorization decisions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) within the Director of Submarine Programs.
• Implement and oversee cyber risk across the Director of Submarine Programs portfolio.
• Act as the primary authority for risk-based decisions impacting the overall integrity of the cybersecurity authorization process for systems under DSP purview.
• Balance operational speed with the technical rigor needed for a robust and defensible cybersecurity posture.
• Represent command risk tolerance and provide strategic direction for the Risk Management Framework process.
• Ensure assessments are completed in a standardized, compliant, and effective manner.
• Execute delegate authority to conduct in-depth technical risk assessments within assigned cybersecurity domains.

Requirements

• US Citizen (U.S. Citizens/retained allegiance categories apply as stated; clarification from the agency: U.S. Citizens).
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass an E-Verify employment verification check.
• Retired military appointments within 180 days following retirement to a civilian position are subject to 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty (security clearance requirement listed as Top Secret).
• Cyberspace Workforce position: work role code SECURITY CYBER ASSESOR, proficiency level A; obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of the Navy policies.
• DAWIA-covered role: certification in the assigned Acquisition Functional Area and category required within established category timeframes.
• Pre-employment drug test required (including marijuana); subject to random testing.
• Travel may be required from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS, including remote or isolated sites; must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Resume must show at least 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to NH-03 (GS-13 equivalency) in the Federal service, or equivalent private/public sector experience.
• Experience must reflect skill in: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving.
• Demonstrated skill in executing and implementing risk assessment procedures within cybersecurity programs/projects to mitigate system vulnerabilities and support compliance for cybersecurity authorization integrity.

Work Location and Employment Details

• Location: Washington, DC (onsite); overview indicates few vacancies in District of Columbia, DC and Newport, RI.
• Work site options: Telework eligible (ad-hoc/situational telework at management discretion).
• Remote job: No
• Appointment type: Permanent
• Work schedule: Full-time
• Travel required: Occasional travel; may be expected to travel for the position.
• Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes (relocation incentive may be authorized per 5 USC 5753); PCS not authorized.
• Pay scale & grade: NH 4
• Salary: USD 142,452 - 197,200 per year
• Promotion potential: None
• Supervisory status: No
• Occupations and job series: 2210 Information Technology Management
• Federal service type: Competitive Service
• Represented by a union: No
• Financial disclosure required: No
• Drug test: Yes

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Evaluation based on how well you meet the listed qualifications.
• Resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the specific position duties.
• Resumes restricted to no more than 2 pages; illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered.
• Human Resources will review resumes to ensure hiring eligibility and qualification requirements are met.
• Rating based on resume information plus supporting documentation.
• If selected, additional supporting documentation may be required.
• Inflated qualifications/experience may result in ineligible/not qualified.
• All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for vacancies.

Required Documents

• Complete resume required (maximum 2 pages).
• Resume must show relevant experience including job title, duties, and accomplishments.
• Resume entries must include complete information to support minimum qualifications.
• Resume should include employer name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if less than full time (35-40 hours/week), and pay plan/series/grade level for relevant Federal experience.
• If claiming professional organization membership or possession of a license/certificate/credentials, include a copy in the application package.
• Supplemental documents may be redacted before submitting; if selected, provide unredacted originals.

Additional Information

• Uses the Acquisition Demo Business and Technical Management direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
• Covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
• Several vacancies may be filled.
• Tentative employment offer may be rescinded if pre-employment requirements are not met, including failure to report to scheduled appointments.
• Federal annuitant selection subject to DoD and DoN annuitant employment policy.
• Veterans’ preference does not apply under this specific hiring authority; supporting documentation is required if veteran’s preference is claimed.