The Supervisory IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) role at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency places you at the helm of the Cyber Security Department, overseeing CSSP activities to safeguard the Agency's global IT networks. Based onsite at Fort Belvoir, VA, this GS-2210-15 position blends leadership with hands-on cyber defense, directing 24x7 monitoring, threat detection, and strategic security initiatives at the highest levels of the agency.
Grade
GS-2210-15
Salary
USD 169,279 - 197,200 per year
Location
Fort Belvoir, VA (onsite)
Responsibilities
- Acts as the chief of the Cyber Security Department, supervising the cyber workforce and maintaining the Agency's cybersecurity posture to detect and defeat cyber-attacks across its global networks.
- Directs the Defensive Cyber Operations and CSSP Division (IT-CSD), overseeing 24x7 cyber monitoring, alerting, reporting, and response activities aligned with network management and information dissemination priorities. DTRA's CSSP is a Tier 2.
- Advises top Agency leadership, including the Director, on cybersecurity strategy and integration with other programs; counsels other IT experts within DTRA and DoD components on the development and integration of new or novel cyber security processes, standards, or solutions.
- Operates in a complex environment requiring extensive cyber security technical knowledge and high-level decision-making to meet diverse mission needs and develop innovative approaches to long-standing challenges.
- Oversees planning, direction, and timely execution of the Agency's cyber security activities, establishing objectives, developing plans, and assigning work across the J6 organization while guiding strategies, priorities, and methodologies.
- Maintains broad capabilities to coordinate governmental actions and sustain intense effort while synchronizing ongoing information-based initiatives and external customer support.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Occasional travel up to 25% of duty time
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
- Probationary period may be required
- Overtime or compensatory time may be required to meet operational needs
- Tour of Duty: Flexible
- Recruitment incentives may be authorized based on funding availability
- FLSA: Exempt
- Financial Disclosure: Required
- Telework Eligibility: In-person at Fort Belvoir; limited situational telework may be approved per agency guidelines
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance
- Must consent to pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic random drug testing thereafter
- Must submit a Financial Disclosure Statement (OGE 450) upon entering the position, annually, and upon termination, in accordance with DoD directives
- Must maintain DoD 8140 compliance, qualifying foundationally within 9 months and residentially within 12 months
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of specialized IT cybersecurity experience
Open To
- The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
- Military spouses: Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty
- National Guard and reserves: Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members
Agency Clarification
The posting is open to all U.S. Citizens and is being filled under Direct Hire Authority for Certain DoD personnel. Military spouses and certain noncompetitive civilian and reserve/National Guard personnel may also be eligible to apply.
Required Documents
- Resume: Must not exceed two pages; should demonstrate minimum qualifications, include work schedule, hours per week, dates of employment, and duties performed
- SF50: Current and former civilian Federal employees must submit the most recent SF50 showing tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied
Evaluation
Applicants are evaluated on basic qualifications through review of resumes and supporting documentation. Qualified candidates are assessed on relevant experience related to the essential competencies required for this position.
Benefits
A federal career provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement programs. Eligibility depends on the position type and schedule; consult the hiring agency for specifics.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
