IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK)

This position is in the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) under 10 USC 1599f and does not convey eligibility for conversion to the Competitive Service. It is a mission-critical role supporting US Cyber Command, classified as Professional Work Category at the Full Performance level.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance, interpretation, and implementation oversight of information security policies, processes, and practices to ensure operability and security of networks and systems.
• Supports decision-making through strategic planning and policy guidance.
• Coordinates with cyber and non-cyber stakeholders to integrate policy into operational and programmatic activities.
• Executes large-scale project management requiring technical expertise across a wide range of systems and applications.
• Develops, interprets, plans, and applies policy, process, procedure, and strategy in the delivery of multi-disciplined IT networking services.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Requires a Top Secret/SCI security clearance; failure to maintain eligibility may result in termination.
• Position is subject to DoD 8140 policy: must complete Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
• This is a drug-testing designated position; pre-appointment urinalysis for illegal drugs is required.
• Designated as a Mission Essential position; may require reporting to work or relocation during local/national emergencies.

Qualifications

To qualify at the GG-12 level, you must meet the following:

• Basic Requirements:
  • Attention to Detail: Experience reviewing IT-related work or data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.
  • Customer Service: Experience maintaining customer relationships, assessing IT needs, and developing tailored solutions.
  • Oral Communication: Experience briefing mid-level management and IT staff on system status, projects, or operations, including translating technical information for non-technical audiences.
  • Problem Solving: Experience identifying solutions to complex IT issues by gathering and applying information from multiple sources.
• Qualifying Experience: At least one year of experience demonstrating the following competencies:
  • Developing and maintaining cybersecurity and network management plans, strategies, and policies.
  • Expertise in network operations, cybersecurity incident management, IT project management, and integrating technical programs to meet operational requirements.

Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factors in their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement. There is no substitution of education for experience at the GG-12 grade level.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Access to a range of benefits designed to support federal employees and their families.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on position type (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).

For more details, review the federal benefits overview.

Additional Information

• This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer eligibility for non-competitive conversion to the Competitive Service.
• A three-year trial period may be required if you have not previously completed one in the excepted or competitive service.
• Telework availability is mission-dependent and subject to supervisory approval.
• Salary includes a Targeted Local Market Supplement (TLMS) per Section 1599f of Title 10 U.S.C. and DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3006.
• Moving costs and recruitment/relocation/retention incentives may be authorized.
• Veterans' Preference applies to eligible candidates under Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C. and DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005.
• Annuitants' eligibility is determined by DoD policy issued March 18, 2004.
• This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140, subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements.