Duties

Summary

These positions are located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC), Command, Control & Navigation Systems Product Line (C2PL), Command and Control Branch (C2B) in Portsmouth, VA.

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Responsibilities

You will serve as an Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) responsible for overseeing the development of the administrative functions of the Sea Commander system, ensuring that user accounts are properly maintained and configured to meet cybersecurity requirements. You will be responsible for developing all information assurance packages to maintain the system's Authority-to-Operate. In addition, you will work with Sea Commander system active duty, civilian, contractors, and various higher level Coast Guard and other government agencies to provide these services for the C2 system onboard the National Security Cutters (NSC). You will be expected to have broad knowledge of the Sea Commander system and how the system fits into the NSC mission since the focus will be on information assurance (IA) of the NSCs as they transfer development authority from CG-9335 (Acquisitions) to C5ISC-C2PL-C2B for sustainment support.

Being a CG civilian makes you a valuable member of the CG team. Typical work assignments include:

• Work closely with the ESD on Sea Commander Development once it transitions to C5ISC
• Serve as the lead cybersecurity and information assurance provider for the Sea Commander system onboard all NSCs
• Interface with the C5ISC Business Operations Division (BOD) and Engineering Support Detachment (ESD) to ensure IA compliance
• Interface with the NSC prime contractor and other stakeholders with regard to development plans and to handle issues as they arise
• Collect and maintain data needed to meet system cybersecurity reporting
• Ensure that security improvement actions are evaluated, validated, and implemented as required
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity safeguards to ensure that they provide the intended level of protection
• Participate in an information security risk assessment during the Security Assessment and Authorization process
• Provide system-related input on cybersecurity requirements to be included in statements of work and other appropriate procurement documents

Travel Required

Occasional travel - Occasional travel is required.

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
12 - Position may be filled at the GS-11 or GS-12 level. Promotion potential to the GS-12 level.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• See Other Info section for training requirements.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications

To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience includes the following: assisting senior team members with cybersecurity and information assurance (IA) related projects; researching guidelines and ensuring IA compliance; researching and maintaining a working knowledge of IA and cybersecurity practices; assisting with tracking projects and ensuring deadlines are met; developing technical and project management information presentation materials for internal and external persons; serving as part of an integrated product team; and interacting with other cybersecurity and information assurance personnel to meet system and user requirements.

OR Applicants may substitute successful completion of 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree (such as an LL.M, if related).

OR A combination of appropriate specialized experience (as described above) and graduate education (as described above) that is beyond the second year of progressive graduate study to meet the qualification requirements.

To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience includes the following: serving as a lead for cybersecurity and information assurance (IA) related projects; researching guidelines and ensuring IA compliance; maintaining a working knowledge of IA and cybersecurity practices; managing and tracking projects; presenting technical and project management information to internal and external persons; serving as part of an integrated product team; and interacting with other cybersecurity and information assurance personnel to meet system and user requirements.

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement, you must also have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

National Service Experience (i.e., 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here

Additional information

Applicants will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. Certain responses on the form could pose a problem with suitability for employment determinations. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete/make updates to the OF-306 and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, or imprisonment.

DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about e-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at click here

Recruitment incentives may be authorized.

Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.

At the GS-11/12 level, selectee must possess or be able to obtain:

Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers Level I (FAC P/PM-I) or management determined equivalent within three years of entry into the position.

Information Assurance Management Level II (IAM-II) or management determined equivalent within three years of entry into the position.

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans , Peace Corps / VISTA volunteers , and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.

More than one (1) selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 45 days from the date the certificate was issued.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact 202-795-6272. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

We will review your résumé and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be referred for consideration. The following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities are needed to perform this job:

• Knowledge of information assurance and cybersecurity practices and its evolving landscape
• Knowledge of the Department of Homeland Security Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC)
• Ability to track multiple projects and keep them on time and within budget while maximizing project efficacy towards end goals
• Ability to communicate with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds in a variety of situations. Includes oral and written communication skills in order to address internal and external public forums, present technical and project management information to superiors and contemporaries and develop training or job aids
• Knowledge of Coast Guard, Navy and other agency naval/shipboard maintenance program theories and practices and how it relates to the NSC mission and Sea Commander system equipment and technology
• Knowledge of (1) the substantive nature of Coast Guard programs and activities, missions, policies and objectives, (2) management principles and processes, and (3) the analytical and evaluative methods for assessing program execution and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency

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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Secret

Drug test required
No

Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

Trust determination process
Credentialing , Suitability/Fitness

Required Documents

1. Your resume
2. If you are claiming special priority selection rights under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), submit a copy of your agency notice, most recent performance rating and most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level and duty location. If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible. To be considered eligible, you must be placed in the well-qualified category for this position. Please see ICTAP eligibility.
3. OPM must authorize employment offers for former or current Political Appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information. Submit proof of your former or current status, such as your SF-50. Please see here.

All documentation as outlined above must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you are unable to submit your documents electronically, you may fax or mail the documents. A fax cover sheet will be provided to you from the system, with fax number and instructions to transmit the requested documents. The required documents will also be accepted by mail and must be received by the closing date of the announcement. The mailing address is COMMANDANT (CG-123HQ), ATTN OFFICE OF CIVILIAN HUMAN RESOURCES (JOBS), US COAST GUARD, 2703 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVE SE STOP 7912, WASHINGTON, DC 20593-7912