IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC)

This IT Cybersecurity Specialist role is a Cyber Excepted Service (CES) position within the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), supporting the mission of US Cyber Command. It is a senior professional role in the CES Occupational Structure, based onsite at Fort Meade, MD, with a salary range of USD 143,913 to 187,093 per year.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the lifecycle of DCO-IDM policies from development through dissemination.
• Evaluates the impact of new IT policies on Cyberspace Operations and recommends modifications.
• Reviews Cyberspace Defence plans with a focus on critical infrastructure protection and threat assessment.
• Provides written analyses, briefings, and guidance on defensive measures.
• Participates in all phases of Cyber Defense planning to analyze and identify issues.
• Develops information technology studies and delivers authoritative recommendations for improvements and problem resolution.
• Leads and contributes to working groups and task forces coordinating DCO-IDM actions and projects.
• Shapes the approach to problem resolution to inform senior management decisions.
• Acts as a principal authority on the Defense Cyberspace team, advocating DoWIN positions.
• Serves as the primary DCDC point of contact with partner organizations and industry.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Position requires access to classified information and favorable suitability review with security clearance as a condition of employment; failure to maintain eligibility may lead to termination.
• Under the DoD 8140 policy, complete Foundational Qualifications within 9 months andResidential Qualification requirements within 12 months.
• This is a Drug testing position.
• Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management, or a degree with at least 24 semester hours in one or more of these fields, with development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks.
• Attention to Detail in reviewing IT-related work and ensuring accuracy and standards compliance.
• Customer Service orientation, including understanding and addressing current and future IT needs.
• Oral Communication skills for briefing senior management and IT staff, including translating complex technical information for non-technical audiences.
• Problem Solving ability to identify alternatives for unique or sensitive IT issues and evaluate potential solutions.
• Qualifying Experience: At GG-14, one year of experience developing IT policy, analyzing cyberspace threats, planning defensive cyber operations, or leading technical projects.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Applicants will be assessed based on how effectively they meet the qualifications described above.

Required Documents

• Resume: Two-page maximum resume required. Guidance on the two-page limit is available from the hiring resources.
• Initial Eligibility Questionnaire: Complete to demonstrate relevant experience aligned with the announcement.
• Transcripts (if applicable): Required when substituting education for specialized experience; all transcripts must be submitted where applicable.
• SF-50: Current and former federal employees must provide their most recent permanent, competitive status SF-50 reflecting highest grade held, tenure, and appointment type.
• Veterans Preference Documentation (if applicable): DD-214 (Member Copy 4) or a statement of service if currently on active duty; DD-214 will be used for verification at separation.
• Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: Include the completed Self-Certification Checklist to verify eligibility for reserve Technician preferences.
• MR/NG Technicians Disability PPP Eligible: Include the Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
• Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Include the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

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

Next Steps

After receipt of the complete application package, you will receive an acknowledgement email confirming successful submission.