About This Position
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN), Position Description Number T5234000 and is part of the CYBER INFORMATION, National Guard. This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants. Veterans' preference does not apply to this vacancy due to internal merit promotion.
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, and/or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the applicant to understand the stages required to automate a work process. Experience may have been gained in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have one year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade.
Experience managing IT activities to ensure the appropriateness of system design, development, deployment, and security functions associated with the infrastructure and support systems, IT network and the inventory of software and hardware. Experience overseeing the IT procurement process and administers an IT inventory management and replenishment program to ensure efficient life-cycle management. Experience defining goals, objectives, plans, and performance measures for the IT services that are provided from the Department of Defense, Departments of the Army and Air Force, National Guard Bureau and other guidance while interpreting the guidance to ensure the State's IT activities are aligned with and support these objectives and goals.
Overseeing the Mission Command (MC) Branch on all matters pertaining to MC and communication system readiness. Supervising support services (COMSEC, Spectrum Management, Radio, other MC systems, etc.) as well as emergency communication support actions supporting Domestic Operations (DOMOPS). Supervising overall support for MC systems for MTOE and TDA elements.
Serves as alternate career manager for Signal/Cyber/Communication personnel in coordination with the Air and Army leadership. Reviewing major IT investments for consistency with strategies, plans, and enterprise architectures through the MDEP Program Manager and the vision for the state. Directing, coordinating, and overseeing work through subordinate supervisors.
Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management or headquarters. Manages all aspects of the state Cybersecurity Program to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, availability and non-repudiation of sensitive and classified information and information system resources. Ensures maximum efficiency and cost effectiveness in the utilization of the State's IT, hardware, software, funds and personnel.
Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program retained grade category are eligible to apply with this preference.
Major Duties
As a SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN), GS-2210-13, you will serve as the Deputy Chief Information Officer with responsibility for serving as the focal point for the State National Guard IT requirements and priorities, including the cybersecurity and privacy programs, enterprise architecture, software application and development, capital planning and investment, infrastructure, and telecommunications support. Serves as action officer for budgetary and personnel actions on behalf of the Chief Information Officer. Interprets Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Army (DA), federal IT and if applicable state policies in order to manage risk, develop and promulgate IT plans and policies, ensure compliance with prevailing laws, ensure compliance with the Clinger-Cohen Act (CCA), and establish standards and procedures.
Education
Education requirements - Not applicable for this position
How You Will Be Evaluated
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):Computer Languages, Computer Skills, and Technology Awareness
Additional Information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)). Additional Conditions of Employment: The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
Must be certified IAW DoD 8570.01-M, Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002, Clinger Cohen Act of 1996 and obtain Special Experience Identifier (SEI) 264, IAW current AF directives. Information Assurance - Technical Level II (IAT II), IAW current AF directives. Position is designated as OV-PL-002 (Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner) within the Defense Cybersecurity Workforce as guided by NIST SP 800-181; National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education, Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.
Which establishes the Tasks, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities expected of this position. (https://www.nist.gov/itl/applied-cybersecurity/nice/nice-framework-resource-center) This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. Head of Agency requests to exceed 14 days in a calendar year must be approved in advance by the National Guard, Director of Manpower and Personnel (NGB-J1).
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12991296 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
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Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
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Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Detailed resume to include employer, job title with to and from dates (to include month/year), duties, responsibilities, and experience gained in each position held. Resumes cannot be more than two pages in length.
If the resume provided is longer than two pages, it will not move forward in the qualification process. The resume provided must have relevant experience pertaining to the position in which you are applying to. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
If your resume does not meet the above requirements, you will automatically be disqualified for the position. 2.Most recent SF 50 is required. SF 50 must have an effective date within one year of application date. Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program retained grade preference must submit the following documentation: 1.
Retained Grade PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD3145-1) 2. SF-50 affecting the placement in retained grade status, and; 3. A copy of the notification letter received (RIF or classification downgrade).