Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Marine and Aviation Operations (OMAO), Marine and Aviation Cyber Center (MACC), with two vacancies in Silver Spring, MD.

As a Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC), you will perform the following duties: Oversee the procurement, development, integration, modification, operation, maintenance, and disposal of a Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) system in accordance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-12. Conduct system security evaluation and ensure the rigorous application of information security and information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of all Information Technology (IT) services. Conduct risk and vulnerability assessment of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs. Apply the Risk Management Framework (RMF) as it applies to Federal Information Systems and analyze and determine the Risk Mitigation process. Perform a full range of supervisory functions, including developing and evaluating performance standards, giving advice, counsel, or instruction to employees. Make or approve selections for subordinate positions and identify training needs. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must possess the following two certifications: A current Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), also known as (ISC)2, AND a Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Certified Incident Handler (GCIH). Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is an independent information security certification granted by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium, also known as (ISC)2 Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) The GIAC Incident Handler certification validates a practitioner's ability to detect, respond, and resolve computer security incidents using a wide range of essential security skills. GCIH certification holders have the knowledge needed to manage security incidents by understanding common attack techniques, vectors and tools, as well as defend against and respond to such attacks when they occur. Incumbent must have a current or past System Owner designation of a Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) system. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTS: Ship sailing and aircraft flight time supporting platform IT infrastructure, applications, or sensor instrumentation during mission operations. This position will be filled under the DOC Alternative Personnel System (CAPS). Under CAPS, positions are classified by career, pay plan, and pay band. The ZP-4 is equivalent to the GS-13/14. Throughout the recruitment and hiring process we will be communicating with you via email; therefore, it is imperative that the email address you provide when applying for this vacancy remains active. Should your email address change, please notify the point of contact identified in the vacancy announcement as soon as possible so that we can update our system.

Key Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation. More requirements are listed under Qualifications and Additional Information. Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov) Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Additional Considerations: One year probationary period may be required.* Payment of relocation expenses (PCS) is not authorized. A one year supervisory probationary period may be required (probationary period can be served concurrently). Payment of relocation incentives OR recruitment incentives may be authorized. Note: Relocation incentives are for current federal employees only. This position requires a Critical-Sensitive - High Risk (Top Secret) Security Clearance. Background investigation will be required. Continued employment is subject to applicant's successful completion of security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. Any selections made under this notice will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Therefore, Current Federal employees would be given new appointments to the civil service and may have to serve a new probationary period under CFR 315.802 (b). NOTE: A one year probationary period will be required under the Direct Hire Authority unless you are a current Department of Commerce (including NOAA) employee; and are in the same line of work; have previously completed a probationary period; and with no more than a 30 day break in service. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, for those required to serve a 1-year probationary period, we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct; Needs and interests of the agency; Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of then Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.