Job Description

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

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Overview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

12/19/2023 to 01/12/2024

Salary

$94,199 - $122,459 per year

Pay scale & grade

GG 12

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

Yes\xe2\x80\x94as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Appointment type

Permanent -

Work schedule

Full-time -

Service

Excepted

Promotion potential

12

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

No

Security clearance

Drug test

Yes

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Announcement number

DE-12257447-24-SBA

Control number

767636300

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

Duties

• You will be responsible for the conduct of the daily defense for the Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN) Enterprise Services and end-user assets that support HQMC users.
• You will serve as a Defensive Cyber Operations Cybersecurity Specialist for the NetAct NCR Pentagon Division.
• You will provide subject matter expertise and collaborate with a team of individuals who constantly monitor, detect, direct, and respond to systems compliance issues and data services disruption affecting Headquarters Marine Corps.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance. (Drug Testing Position).
• You are required to obtain and maintain foundational and residential qualifications within prescribed timelines and participate in continuous professional development program as described in DoDM 8140.03 and supporting DON policies.
• This position is MISSION ESSENTIAL, and the incumbent is required to perform on a shift work schedule that requires the incumbent to work nights, weekends, holidays, inclement weather, furlough periods, or as needed for mission success.
• This position requires 20% travel.
• This position is telework eligible.

Qualifications

You are required to have information technology (IT) related experience in the federal service or private or public sector demonstrating the following five competencies, as defined:

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include installing, configuring, optimizing, and troubleshooting network devices while also providing timely and accurate updates.

2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. IT related experience demonstrating this competency include providing feedback on network requirements, including network architecture, infrastructure, and routing.

3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, and responds appropriately. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include communicating technical matters in writing and orally to facilitate appropriate managerial action and customer understanding.

4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include identifying, remediating, and reporting on network device vulnerabilities, or troubleshooting major incidents or problems within the network.

In addition to my experience demonstrating the four competencies above, I have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies or knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience is typically in or directly relates to the work of the position to be filled. Qualifying experience would be demonstrated by experience in a full range of computer, information, cyber, and telecommunications security issues to assure effectiveness within an extensive organization information security program Knowledge of commonly applied principles, concepts, methodologies, operating characteristics, and capabilities of systems, media, equipment, and related software systems, processes, and procedures.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Additional information

This position is a DoD Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1599f.

This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: .

The Cyber Interagency Transfer Authority (CITA) permits movement of CES employees appointed under Section 1599f of Title 10 U.S.C. and excepted service employees appointed under Schedule A, Section 213.3106(b)(11) of Title 5 CFR, info cyber workforce positions in the competitive service and movement of competitive service employees into DoD Cyber Workforce positions within the Military Departments and Defense Agencies.

Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.

Veteran\'s preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran\'s preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

Job Summary Continuation:
This position serves as a Non-Supervisory Cybersecurity Specialist / Information Technology (IT) Specialist in the DCO Branch, Network Activity, National Capital Region, Pentagon (NetAct NCR, Pentagon) Division and is immediately accountable to the NetAct NCR Pentagon Division Defense Cyberspace Operations Branch Head. As the Deputy Defense Cyberspace Operations Officer, you are responsible for receiving, distributing, and analyzing information to integrate, synchronize, and coordinate resources across the spectrum of Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) and NetAct NCR Pentagon Division Operations.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

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