IT SPECIALIST

US Army Corps of Engineers; St. Paul (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) to serve as a subject matter expert on cyber security intelligence and threat analysis across agency IT systems.

The role focuses on analyzing network threats, conducting counterintelligence and investigations into computer intrusions, and implementing new security measures to strengthen the organization’s security posture.

Job description

Announcement Type
USAJOBS
Position Type
Permanent
Locations (City, State)
Huntsville, Alabama|Saint Paul, Minnesota|Vicksburg, Mississippi|Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania|Winchester, Virginia
Position Overview/Duties
About the Position: This position serves as an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) for the US Army Corps of Engineers, acting as a subject matter expert on cyber security intelligence to enhance the organization's security posture. The role involves analyzing network threats, conducting counterintelligence and criminal investigations into computer intrusions, and implementing new security measures to protect IT systems.
Other Conditions And Requirements
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Career Program (CP) 34 - Information Technology/Cyber Management position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. 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 an 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.