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IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

US United States Fleet Forces Command Suffolk, VA

Suffolk, VA

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$115k - $158k/yr Full time Defensive Cyber Operations Information Security Information Technology (IT)

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Job Description

In the OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE (N3) at NAVY CYBER DEFENSE OPERATIONS COMMAND (NCDOC), this role supports defensive cyberspace operations by managing mission requirements, analyzing advanced threats, and helping shape defensive tactics, countermeasures, and security architecture adjustments for Navy networks and commands.

Role Overview

You will serve as an IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) within NCDOC’s Operations Directorate (N3), with responsibilities focused on defensive mission execution and threat-driven improvements. The position emphasizes expert analysis, development of countermeasures, and recommendations to modify security architecture based on system environment requirements.

Responsibilities

Serve as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) in the Operations Directorate (N3) at NAVY CYBER DEFENSE OPERATIONS COMMAND (NCDOC).
Manage and maintain Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) mission requirements for defense of all Navy networks and across all Navy commands.
Develop and manage processes and procedures to identify, analyze, isolate, eradicate, and report advanced cyber threats.
Create and oversee defensive tactics, invest in capabilities to counter threats, and manage technological integration of new capabilities.
Provide expert analysis of internal analyst actions to identify capability and procedural shortfalls.
Perform countermeasure development using information gathered from a variety of sources.
Recommend modifications and adjustments of the security architecture based on the system environment.
Provide subject matter expertise in advanced network and endpoint attack analysis, execution of network defensive operations, and adversarial attack processes.
Coordinate with cyber defense staff and analysts to validate tasks and capabilities to ensure tools and equipment meet operational needs.

Technologies

Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO)
Intrusion Detection System (IDS)
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)

Required Qualifications

Attention to Detail: Experience analyzing cybersecurity reports and products to identify relevant information, trends, or evolving threats.
Customer Service: Experience discussing capabilities and resources with both government and private industry personnel.
Oral Communication: Experience communicating complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Problem Solving: Experience performing security reviews and identifying security gaps in security architecture, supporting recommendations for risk mitigation strategy inclusion.
Experience monitoring, developing, and implementing plans, policies, programs, and processes to enhance the value of data and information assets.
Experience developing and managing the enterprise structural framework to align IT strategy, plans, and systems with organizational missions, goals, and processes.
Experience developing and maintaining technical and operational documentation to support hardware/software lifecycle activities (installation, operation, change, and removal).
Experience utilizing IDS/IPS tools and applications to detect host and network-based intrusions.
This position is within the Work Category PROFESSIONAL at Work Level FULL PERFORMANCE, Series and Grade GG-2210-13.

Education

This job does not list an education qualification requirement.

Security, Eligibility, and Employment Conditions

Must be a US Citizen (agency clarification also indicates U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.).
Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New employees to the Department of the Navy must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
For DoD retired military members appointed to civilian positions within 180 days after retirement, appointment timing is subject to 5 United States Code 3326.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
Required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
MSP/PPP applicants must currently hold the required security clearance.
Must successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph with No Deception Indicated (NDI).
Cyberspace Workforce position: Work role code 511, proficiency level ADVANCED, requiring qualification attainment and maintenance in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required; failure may result in rescinded employment offer and the employee may be subject to random testing.
Mission Essential position: you will be required to ensure continuity of operations and/or completion of mission essential tasks designated by local or command decision.

Additional Information

Covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Several vacancies may be filled.
Federal annuitant selection is subject to Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on employment of annuitants.
This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status.
Excepted service probation: newly appointed employees serve a 3-year probationary period in accordance with DoDI 1400.25, Volume 3005, Section 3.15.
DoD Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system position under 10 U.S.C. 1599f.
Cyber Interagency Transfer Authority (CITA) supports movement of CES and competitive service employees into cyber workforce positions as described in the provided policy text.

Job Details

Location: Suffolk, VA (onsite)
Telework eligible: Yes (ad-hoc/situational telework at management discretion)
Remote job: No
Relocation expenses reimbursed: No
Salary: USD 115,475 - 157,818 per year
Pay scale & grade: GG 13
Promotion potential: None
Open to: U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Vacancies: 1 vacancy

How You Will Be Evaluated

Evaluation is based on how well you meet the qualifications listed above.
Your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies to perform the duties of the specific position.
Resumes must be no more than 2 pages; illegible or unreadable resumes are not considered.
All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.
If a review determines that qualifications or experience were inflated, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Required Documents

A complete resume is required.
Resume length is restricted to no more than 2 pages.
Resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties, and accomplishments.
Resume must provide complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications.
Resume should include: employer name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week when experience was less than full time (35-40 hours per week), and pay plan/series/grade for relevant federal experience.
If claiming professional organizations or licenses/certificates/credentials, include copies in the application package.
If claiming education or degrees, provide official or unofficial transcripts or required course details (courses, grades earned, completion dates, quarter and semester hours) issued by the school.
Active duty service members must include a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command.

How to Apply

Submit resumes/application packages to: ncdoc.hiring@us.navy.mil
Facsimile applications will not be considered.
All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer.
Failure to submit a complete application package results in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Agency Contact

Marshall Lloyd
marshall.m.lloyd.civ@us.navy.mil
NAVY CYBER DEFENSE OPERATIONS COMMAND, 112 Lakeview Parkway, Suffolk, VA 23435

Next Steps

Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
Performance, suitability, and security information may be verified and used in employment offer decisions.
A tentative offer may be rescinded if pre-employment requirements are not met, including failure to report to scheduled appointments.

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