IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Sysanalysis)
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Job Location:
Indianapolis, IN - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 68545 - 121502
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
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- Duties described below reflect the full performance level GS-12. Duties assigned to an entry grade of GS-09 or GS-11 will be developmental in nature.
- Provides training and coaching on Agile Software Development methodologies and DevSecOps.
- Leads project teams to implement modern software development practices and principles.
- Monitors and evaluates policies practices procedures techniques methods and management controls affecting software development.
- Assesses the effectiveness of existing software development processes to uncover areas for improvement.
- Negotiates effectively with practitioners and management to accept and implement recommendations.
- Develops project plans and provides oral and written updates to management on status of current projects.
Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S Citizen or National
- This national security position which may require access to classified information requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
- Registered for Selective Service (males born after)
- Suitable for Federal employment
- Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.
- Time in Grade Requirement - see the Qualifications field below for more details.
- In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
- New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit .
Qualifications
Basic Requirement: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to or above the level of this position. Your resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the entire application process.
Basic Requirement for entry at the GS-09 and GS-11
- Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data to ensure accuracy completeness and consistency with standards. My work or the data that I produce is typically reviewed by my supervisor or another colleague
- Customer Service- experience having brief contact with customers to provide information about available information technology products and services and providing customers with standard products or routine services to address information technology needs
- Oral Communication- experience informing my supervisor and other IT staff of the status of information technology systems projects or daily operations including the status of information technology systems projects or daily operations including the communication of basic technical information to a non-technical audience
- Problem Solving- identifying or selecting from a number of alternatives to address routine information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from standard sources that provide a limited number of solutions
FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-09: In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above: one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-07 in the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.
Specialized experience is defined as:
- Assisting senior analysts or developers in identifying software design or functional requirements for information systems or software;
- Experience with project management principles and practices.
FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-11: In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above: one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-09 in the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.
Specialized experience is defined as:
- Identifying software design or functional requirements for information systems or software;
- Applying modern software development principles and practices such as Agile and DevSecOps in either software development or project management.
- Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy completeness and consistency with standards
- Customer Service- experience maintaining relationships with customers assessing current information technology needs of customers and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs
- Oral Communication- briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems projects or daily operations including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience
- Problem Solving- identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions
FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-12: In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above: one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-11 in the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.
Specialized experience is defined as:
- Assisting in all stages of the software development lifecycle of an information system;
- Experience applying modern software development principles and practices such as Agile and DevSecOps in either software development or project management.
Time-in-Grade: Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks must meet the time in grade requirement.
- To be considered for the GS-09 applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-07 or higher in the Federal service.
- To be considered for the GS-11 applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-09 or higher in the Federal service.
- To be considered for the GS-12 applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-11 or higher in the Federal service.
You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade specialized experience education requirement 90 days after competitive appointment requirement and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.
The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
Education
GS-9 Substitution of education for experience:
Masters degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Masters degree or equivalent graduate degree in computer science engineering information science information systems management mathematics operations research statistics or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications systems or networks. Combination of education and experience is not applicable for this position.
GS-11 Substitution of education for experience:
A qualifying Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in computer science engineering information science information systems management mathematics operations research statistics or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications systems or networks. Combination of education and experience is not applicable for this position.
GS-12: Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.
If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience and/or a basic requirement you must submit transcripts at the time you apply.
To be creditable education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Additional information
- Moving expenses may be paid.
- The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) for which some appointees are eligible click here.
- For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement) you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements.
- Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.
- We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.
- Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
- As a condition of employment you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which well evaluate whether your continued employment advances the public interest. The evaluation will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment advances agency or governmental goals; and whether your continued employment advances the efficiency of the Federal service. At the end of the probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date.
- This position is Non-Exempt at the GS-9 and Exempt at the GS-11 and GS-12 from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
- Travel requirement is Occasional.
- This position is covered by a bargaining unit.
- Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level.
- PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only.
- Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
- Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25 Volume 300 here.
- Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 () for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act exceptions and DFAS contact information.
- In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- SQL
- Active Directory
- Information Technology
- Access Points
- System Software
- Database
- Infrastructure
- Linux
- Project Management
- Internet
- Troubleshoot
- PC
- Procedures
- Setup
- hardware
