New job IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (APPSW/INFOSEC) in Ohio

IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (APPSW/INFOSEC)

Company : US Defense Finance and Accounting Service
Salary : $80,208 - $104,275 a year
Location : Ohio

Full Description

Duties

Summary

  • Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens
  • Position is located in the Information Technology Directorate, Corporate Systems, Internal Systems, Life Cycles Tools & Reporting. ZTECD.
  • This job announcement may be used to fill similar positions on other teams in the I&T Directorate.

Responsibilities

  • Analyzes functional and technical requirements of proposed or existing IT systems to determine avenues of development or modification necessary to meet mission objectives
  • Participates in systems requirement reviews and coordinates with customer/functional representatives and other technical personnel to clarify requirements
  • Prepares system change/programming specifications, and specifies programming instructions, inputs and outputs, structures, and other analytical products to document the functional and technical requirements
  • Identifies alternative approaches to the design of current or proposed systems
  • Identifies how system modifications or new systems or subsystems affect current systems; prepares cost analysis; establishes target completion dates; and prioritizes proposed system changes or developments

Travel Required

25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

12

  • Job family (Series)

    2210 Information Technology Management

  • Requirements

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • U.S. Citizenship or National
    • Suitable for Federal Employment
    • Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
    • Cyber-Security Certification required as a condition of employment
    • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.

    Qualifications

    Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe the full scope of your work experiences in your resume.

    Basic Requirement: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to, or above, the level of this position. Your resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the entire application process.

    Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards
    Customer Service- experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs
    Oral Communication- briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience
    Problem Solving- identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions

    In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above, one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-11 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

    Specialized experience is defined as; providing development, implementation, operation, and system modification expertise of an organization's major automation information systems and software; uses knowledge to analyze causes of failure and to identify and implement appropriate changes; participating in system requirement reviews and testing; providing advice and counsel to functional analysts on the capabilities of a specific system and/or application AND IT-related experience demonstrating Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving as described in the vacancy announcement.

    Volunteer Experience: 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

    Education

    Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.

    Additional information

    • Per DFAS 8570.01-I, as a CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, this position requires the selected candidate to obtain and maintain a DoD-approved baseline Cybersecurity certification, applicable workforce qualification requirements, and, if applicable computing environment certificate. The selected candidate must meet these requirements within six (6) months after entry on duty. Failure to do so may lead to removal from the Federal.
    • Moving expenses will not be paid.
    • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
    • Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
    • This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.
    • Employment with DFAS means access to generous benefits such as: health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and educational benefits.
    • A two year probationary period may be required.
    • We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
    • This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
    • Travel requirement is (Seldom 1-24%)
    • This position is covered by a bargaining unit.
    • Veteran's Preference: Veteran's preference does not apply under this Direct Hire Authority (DHA).
    • DFAS recognizes the value of competencies gained through formal education and professional certifications. To ensure that consistent credit is given for these credentials in the selection process DFAS has developed standard selection criteria to be used when filling positions in professional and administrative series. Selections for professional and administrative positions will be based on four categories of selection criteria: Experience, Other, Education, and Certifications.
    • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).
    • Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.
    • If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    IMPORTANT NOTE - YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. ERRORS OR OMISSIONS MAY AFFECT YOUR RATING.

    All information included in the resume, required documents and Occupational Questionnaire is subject to review and verification. HR will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be referred to management for consideration.

    You can preview the Assessment Questionnaire here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11134690

    Background checks and security clearance

    Security clearance

    Other

    Drug test required

    No

    Position sensitivity and risk

    Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

    Trust determination process

    National security

  • Required Documents

    Required Documents

    You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

    • Resume: you are encouraged to choose only ONE method of submitting your resume. (HR will review the resume that the system date stamps as the latest one received and this may not be the resume which best reflects your qualifications for the job and may result in an ineligible rating.) You may submit your resume by: attaching in your USAJOBS account; uploading in your Application Manager account; OR faxing. For assistance in preparing your resume, take a look at the DFAS Resume Tools.
    • Complete Assessment Questionnaire
    • Other Supporting Documents
    The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status. They must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
    • Transcripts and/or Certifications: For additional information on acceptable documents, click here Transcripts and Certifications. All applicants to include current agency employees/contractors must also document your education and/or certifications in your resume. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
    • Veterans Preference: If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation.
    • Cover Letter: You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or determine eligibility for preference.
    WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/18/2021, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

  • Benefits

    Benefits

    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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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    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.


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This job is open to

  • The public

    U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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The Public.


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