IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) (TITLE 5)

About this role

GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of a wide range of telecommunications and information technology security, techniques, requirements, methods, sources, and procedures for the following programs: Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Certification and Accreditation program, Emissions Security (EMSEC), Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE) and Information Assurance Awareness Programs.

The specialized experience must also demonstrate thorough knowledge of concepts, principles, methods, and practices in information systems security to design, develop, implement and maintain secure systems and services, assess the effectiveness of current systems security and services, evaluate the feasibility of new systems security and services, and provide advice and guidance on complex issues. Experience must demonstrate thorough knowledge of information systems security principles and methods to design, develop, implement, and manage systems, networks, and data that ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Experience must demonstrate thorough knowledge of methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating information systems security tools and procedures to ensure, protect, and restore information security systems and network services and capabilities. DOD Information Awareness Certification Requirements: The employee must obtain and maintain at a minimum a Secret security clearance. Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain and maintain certifications per DoD Directive 8570.1-M, AR 25-2, and as detailed in the Information Assurance (IA) Training and Certification Best Business Practice (BBP).

Failure to satisfactorily obtain and maintain required certifications in accordance with the listed publications are grounds for termination. Selectee is required to satisfactorily complete the appropriate training and obtain the required certification/recertification for this position as outlined in DoD Publication 8570.01-M, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program, dated 19 December 2005 (incorporating Change 1 dated 15 May 2008).