IT Specialist (Information Security/Policy and Planning)

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as an Information Assurance technical expert and project manager leading command-wide IT policy, strategic planning, Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, and systems security.

Manage command-wide Information Assurance (IA) programs, policies, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment and authorization processes to protect the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of automated systems, networks, and data.

Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments on automated systems and networks to identify technical deficiencies, assess operational risks, and execute mitigation countermeasures.

Develop and implement long- and short-range IT strategic plans, policies, architecture standards, and investment portfolio requirements to align command-wide IT goals and resources with higher headquarters directives.

Evaluate emerging information technologies and network architectures to determine operational security impacts, guide system fielding, and maintain information systems and network security.