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Position Title
Offensive Cyberspace Operations Planner
Agency
U.S. Army, Pacific
Announcement Number
WTEW170513178169D Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, November 24, 2017 to Thursday, December 7, 2017
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
2. External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference

This category includes spouses of active duty military members.  To be eligible you:

• Must have been married to your military sponsor prior to reporting to the new duty assignment; AND,

• Must have accompanied your military sponsor on a Permanent Change in Station (PCS) move; AND,

• The position for which you are applying must be within the commuting area of your military sponsor's new permanent duty station.

MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy. 

MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism. 

Supporting documentation: You must provide acceptable documentation of your appointment eligibility which includes the following: a copy of PCS orders authorizing the spouse to accompany the service member to a new duty location, and proof of marriage to the service member. 

**NOTE: You will not receive Military Spouse Preference for this announcement if you fail to provide any of the documents mentioned above.

Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
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3. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy

• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and

• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.

*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.

Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application:A copy of your agency notice; AND,

A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,

A copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.  Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition.  For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
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Preferences
1. Would you accept a term appointment? (limit characters)
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions. (limit characters)
1. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A pre-employment and recurring comprehensive background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates, and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service are required. Are you willing to undergo pre-employment and recurring investigations to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance as required? (limit characters)
2. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. Are you willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and submit to a pre-employment drug screening and random testing thereafter to obtain and maintain employment in this position? (limit characters)
3. In accordance with AR 690-11, this position has been designated as "Emergency-Essential". Emergency-Essential designation takes precedence over any transportation agreement or military recall status. In the event of a crisis situation or wartime, the incumbent must continue to perform the duties and requirements of the position to ensure the success of combat operations or to support combat essential systems subsequent to mobilization or an evacuation order. Additional training, medical requirements, and deployment responsibilities may apply to this position. Can you be exempted from military recall status and are you will to comply with other Emergency-Essential requirements to obtain and maintain this position? (limit characters)
4. This position may require to work out of cycle hours during emergencies and exercises. I am willing to work out of cycle hours when required. (limit characters)
5. This position may require temporary duty travel of up to 10%. I am willing to travel when required. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in an Offensive Cyberspace Operations Planner position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an Offensive Cyberspace Operations Planner at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
2. Research cyberspace plans, policy and doctrine to effectively lead collaborative planning efforts.
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3. Interpret specific planning documents to plan cyberspace operations.
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4. Support the development of offensive cyberspace operations to support organizational priorities.
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5. Analyze the planning of cyberspace operations and policies to develop exercise cyberspace scenarios.
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6. Implement policies and regulations for cyberspace operations.
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7. Oversee theater planning efforts to synchronize offensive cyberspace operations.
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8. Lead the integration of cyberspace operations planning in support of exercises and operational plans.
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9. Attend meetings, conferences and/or work groups to keep informed on future cyberspace operations, plans, and policies.
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10. Interpret written material to execute cyberspace actions or develop plans with other agencies and/or allied coalition partners.
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11. Provide guidance to address preparation and design of cyberspace operations and plans.
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12. Provide guidance on planning strategy and support documents for cyberspace operations.
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13. Provide input in the writing of operational cyberspace policy and/or plans for the command.
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14. Collaborate with other agencies and/or coalition partners to develop cyberspace plans, policy, and doctrine.
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15. Write professional staff correspondence for distribution to the command and cyberspace community.
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16. Develop written documents to facilitate the integration of cyberspace effects into operation plans and exercises.
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17. Write short/long range plans, policies, and programs for cyberspace operations.
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18. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
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