IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

An IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) role at the Defense Information Systems Agency places you at the center of critical cyber defense work, operating within the Cyber Excepted Service at a Senior Work Level in the CES. The position is based onsite at Fort Meade, Maryland, with a salary range of USD 121,785 to 158,322 per year, and it supports the mission of US Cyber Command. This opportunity calls for a Top Secret/SCI clearance and adherence to federal requirements throughout the cycle of duties.

Responsibilities

• Direct analytical reviews to identify issues, shape Cyberspace Operations roles, and craft novel concepts with clear, authoritative recommendations for complex, interrelated missions.
• Support crisis action planning by guiding projects through all phases, including mission analysis, developing courses of action, conducting COA analysis, and formulating plans.
• Develop concepts of operations and courses of action; coordinate with technical and military analysts to consolidate findings into comprehensive products for senior leadership.
• Provide technical assessments of cyberspace operations and monitor updates to ensure initiatives align with objectives and address operational needs and gaps.
• Plan for the integration of information security measures and oversee the implementation of solutions; review work products for accuracy and conformity to design concepts and standards.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• This national security position may require access to classified information and requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment; failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Under the DoD 8140 policy, foundational qualifications must be completed within 9 months and residential qualification requirements within 12 months.
• Drug testing position.
• Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits package.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and whether the role is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

This job is open to

• The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Clarification from the agency: Open to U.S. Citizens.

How you will be evaluated

• Applications will be evaluated for how well qualifications align with the stated criteria.
• After submission, your resume and supporting documents are reviewed and compared against your responses to the applicant questionnaire to determine qualification.
• If there is inflation of qualifications or experience, the candidate may lose consideration; follow all instructions carefully to avoid errors or omissions that could affect your rating.

Required documents

• Resume: A two-page maximum resume is required. Guidance on the two-page resume requirement is available from the agency.
• Complete initial Eligibility Questionnaire; ensure your resume demonstrates the experience described in the announcement.
• SF-50 – Current and former federal employees must submit their latest Notification of Personnel Action reflecting highest permanent grade for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type.
• Veterans Preference Documentation (if applicable): DD-214 (Member Copy 4) or a statement of service for active duty, with verification upon separation.
• Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Include the MSP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days, along with required documents to verify eligibility.
• Military Reserve/National Guard Technician PPP Eligible: Include the PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify eligibility.
• Military Reserve/National Guard Technician Disability PPP Eligible: Include the Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
• Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Include the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Next steps

Upon receipt of the complete application package, you will receive an acknowledgement that your submission was successful. Your materials will be used to assess qualifications and determine referral to the hiring manager for further consideration. You will be notified of the outcome after each stage, and a tentative offer would be followed by suitability and security processes as part of the final steps.

Agency contact information

• HR Customer Care Center
• Phone: (317) 212-0454
• Email: [email protected]
• Address: DCDC - Cyber Defense Command - HQ, 6910 Cooper Road, Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088, US