INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC/NETWORK)
What you'd do
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Major duties
You will manage all facets of the COMSEC program, developing and enforcing local policies for the handling, storage, and accountability of all cryptographic materials to ensure compliance. You will audit and conduct official security inspections of COMSEC accounts, prepare formal reports on findings, and direct corrective actions. You will conduct comprehensive technical risk assessments on new and existing systems using automated tools and manual reviews. You will develop and manage the command's security awareness and training program to ensure all personnel understand and adhere to security policies. You will define and maintain the network architecture, design, configure, install, and optimize core network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls. You will manage the complete life cycle of IT and communications equipment for the ICP, ensuring all systems are configured and tested for rapid deployment during exercises or real-world incidents.
What you need to qualify
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Managing the lifecycle of networked systems and design, configure, and optimize core network devices to ensure reliable and secure voice, data, and video services. Examples of qualifying experience may include managing command's or unit's COMSEC programs, overseeing all KMI generated cryptographic material, conducting required audits, and leading incident investigations, to implementing a multilayered INFOSEC program that protects system confidentiality, integrity, and availability in accordance with DoD and NIST requirements. Your experience must reflect skill in the following areas: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:Information Technology Management Series, 2210 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.
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