INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC)

Join a mission-driven team within the Navy's Insider Threat Program. This onsite, nationwide role in Maryland offers a competitive salary range and the chance to influence security for Navy networks and personnel. You will operate within the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) framework, with potential for recruitment incentives, and the opportunity to engage in inter-agency collaboration and technical exchanges.

Benefits and work environment

• Salary: USD 132,751 - 181,428 per year
• Location: National, Maryland onsite
• Telework: Ad hoc or situational telework may be approved at management discretion
• Incentives: Recruitment incentives may be authorized for eligible new hires
• Career path: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) within the excepted service
• Placement: DoD Priority Placement Program

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate User Activity Monitoring (UAM) systems, review audit data, and monitor alerts to identify unusual or suspicious behavior that could indicate security violations or threats to Navy networks and personnel.
• Analyze collected audit data to monitor, detect, and mitigate cyber and insider threats, delivering feedback to strengthen defenses.
• Perform cross-disciplinary activities designed to counter threats posed by Navy personnel with authorized access to information systems.
• Represent the Navy Insider Threat Program on working groups, inter-agency forums, conferences, and technical exchanges.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
• New Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
• You must obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI); indicate the level and date on your resume
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana); a tentative offer may be rescinded for failure to report or pass; random testing is required
• Must acknowledge in writing acceptance of an appointment in the DCIPS (excepted service) that does not confer competitive status
• Within the DoD, retirement-eligible military personnel who were retired within 180 days prior to civilian appointment are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326
• Male applicants born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• This position requires a periodic polygraph examination
• This position may require a 2-Year DCIPS trial period

Technologies

• User Activity Monitoring (UAM)

Eligibility and how to apply

• : The public — U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.; Clarifications for DoD Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Preference Eligibles, DoD Retained Grade Preference eligibles, and All U.S. Citizens

How to apply

Click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your USAJOBS account. Submit a complete application package, including a detailed resume with relevant experience, job titles, duties, and accomplishments, and all required supporting documents as specified in the announcement.

Contact information

Agency: Department of Navy EIC
Email: [email protected]
Address: NAVAL INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY, 4251 Suitland Rd, Washington, DC 20395, US