Supervisory IT Cybersecurity Specialist (APPSW).

U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command seeks a Cyber Solutions Developer (CSD) to lead R&D teams supporting Joint and National Cyberwarfare requirements, plan projects, and provide technical guidance across operations.

The role requires experience directing complex software development for defense networks, collaboration across services, and achieving CMF certification within set timelines, with potential TDY and security clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• Directing the development of complex software systems to protect organization networks.
• Coordinating resource allocation across engineering teams for timely delivery.
• CMF certification at the SCCD level within required timelines.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Cyber Solutions Developer (CSD) with the 780th Military Intelligence Brigade, Operations Support Element (OSE).
• Plans, coordinates, and leads specialized R&D project teams for Joint and National Cyberwarfare requirements.
• Provides technical guidance and leadership on projects and major phases for diverse operations.
• Participates in cyberspace working groups to support national, DoD, and Army cyberspace requirement development and fielding plans.

Job description

Job Description

• Serves as a Cyber Solutions Developer (CSD) with the 780th Military Intelligence Brigade, Operations Support Element (OSE).
• Plans, coordinates, and leads one or more specialized research and development project teams that are developing capabilities in support of Joint and National Cyberwarfare requirements.
• Provides technical guidance, advisory support, leadership, and assistance on projects and/or major phases for broad and varied operations.
• Participates on multi-service and multi-agency cyberspace working groups to support the development of National, DoD, and Army cyberspace requirements documentation and capability development, assessment, and fielding plans.
• Advises higher level officials of the feasibility of different approaches which provide a basis for action or the solution to specific problems.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for multiple disciplines related to offensive cyber development activities for the Army.
• Applies knowledge of Army, Joint and National Cyberspace missions and priorities to advise on policies and strategies related to the acquisition and development of offensive cyber capabilities.
• Participates in the development processes of new or improved tools and weapon systems for offensive, defensive, command and control of cyberspace operations missions as identified by Army Cyber Command and U.S. Cyberspace Command.
• Leads and executes crucial software and digital initiatives designed to deliver effective, innovative solutions to highly complex problems.
• Guides design decisions, manages implementation trade-offs, provides detailed documentation of architecture decisions and reasoning, and assists in developing software solutions tailored to unique mission requirements.

Duties

• Serves as a Cyber Solutions Developer (CSD) with the 780th Military Intelligence Brigade, Operations Support Element (OSE).
• Plans, coordinates, and leads one or more specialized research and development project teams that are developing capabilities in support of Joint and National Cyberwarfare requirements.
• Provides technical guidance, advisory support, leadership, and assistance on projects and/or major phases for broad and varied operations.
• Participates on multi-service and multi-agency cyberspace working groups to support the development of National, DoD, and Army cyberspace requirements documentation and capability development, assessment, and fielding plans.
• Advises higher level officials of the feasibility of different approaches which provide a basis for action or the solution to specific problems.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for multiple disciplines related to offensive cyber development activities for the Army.
• Applies knowledge of Army, Joint and National Cyberspace missions and priorities to advise on policies and strategies related to the acquisition and development of offensive cyber capabilities.
• Participates in the development processes of new or improved tools and weapon systems for offensive, defensive, command and control of cyberspace operations missions as identified by Army Cyber Command and U.S. Cyberspace Command.
• Leads and executes crucial software and digital initiatives designed to deliver effective, innovative solutions to highly complex problems.
• Guides design decisions, manages implementation trade-offs, provides detailed documentation of architecture decisions and reasoning, and assists in developing software solutions tailored to unique mission requirements.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• In accordance with Change 3 to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program, individual must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter.
• Must be willing to undergo and successfully complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination with No Deception Indicated (NDI) on a pre-appointment and periodic basis.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain access to National Security Agency (NSA) facilities and networks.
• Temporary duty (TDY) travel may be required 25% or less.
• All INSCOM employees may be subject to extended TDY or worldwide deployments during crisis situations to perform mission essential functions as determined by management.
• Employees assigned to NCE positions must sign DD Form 2365, stating understanding of maintaining maintaining certain levels of medical, security, performance, conduct, and overall fitness that make them suitable for assignment.
• Stress is inherent in the nature of work. The many short-suspense actions and pressures of time from nearly all contacts contribute to heightened demands.
• Under crisis operations, may be subject to short notice expanded hours and possible recall situations and irregular work hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Overtime/shift work may be required.
• This position is designated Mission Essential, and the incumbent must be able to remain on duty or make every effort to report to duty on-time during emergency and/or crisis situations.
• USCYBERCOM Cyber Mission Force (CMF) certification at the Senior Cyberspace Capability Development (SCCD) level as specified by USCYBERCOM CMF, Army, 780th MI BDE, and CSD policies is a condition of employment.
• This is a(n) Career Program- 71 position aligned under the Cyberspace Effects Operational Support Career Management Directorate.

Qualifications

Who May Apply

• 10-Point Other Veterans’ Rating
• 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
• 5-Point Veterans' Preference
• Disabled Veteran w/ a Service-Connected Disability, More than 10%, Less than 30%
• United States Citizen Applying to a DCIPS Position

Army DCIPS positions apply Veteran's Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one (1) year of experience equivalent to at least the GG/GS-13 grade level in the Federal service which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: Directing the development of complex software systems to protect organization networks from critical digital security threats; synchronizing resource allocation across multiple engineering teams to prevent operational delays across the development lifecycle; and, managing strategic workforce plans to maximize organizational capability through targeted technical training and targeted skill development.

Specialized experience is progressively responsible intelligence-related security work directly related to the position being filled. Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector or in another government agency as long as it was at a level at least equivalent to the next lower band in the series.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• This position requires a 2 year trial 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.
• 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.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top security/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from DoD/DoW 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
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable 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
• 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.
• Advanced In-Hire, Student Loan Repayment, and/or Incentives may be authorized.
• The incumbent must achieve and maintain CMF certification within the following timelines:
  • USCYBERCOM CMF certification at the Basic Cyber Capabilities Developer (BCCD) Level including the Army Basic Skills Level Exam (BSLE) and any additional Army requirements within 12 months.
  • USCYBERCOM CMF certification at the Senior Cyber Capabilities Developer (SCCD) Level including the Army Senior Skills Level Exam (SSLE) and any additional Army requirements within 24 months.

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 here:

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‑time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.