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Position Title
IT Specialist (INFOSEC)
Agency
U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command
Announcement Number
NEAG203094404199EA Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, April 2, 2020 to Monday, April 6, 2020
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
2. External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference

I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station.  I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location. 

NOTE 1:  Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location.  If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action. 

NOTE 2:  You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.

NOTE 3:  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. 

NOTE 4:  MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.

Supporting Documentation:  You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.

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 your 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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Condition 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 0 characters)
1. This position requires a Top Secret/Secret Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI). Do you possess a Top Secret/Secret Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) or are you able to obtain AND maintain a Top Secret/Secret Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) Clearance throughout the length of the appointment? (limit characters)
2. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to the applicant testing and random drug testing. Tentatively selected applicants will be required to sign DA Form 5019 requiring participation in random drug testing. Are you will to sign DA 5019 and submit to an initial drug test and be subject to random drug testing? (limit characters)
3. This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. Do you agree to file and sign an annual Financial Statement Agreement?

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4. This position requires business travel to other duty locations approximately 25% of the time. Are you able to travel to other duty locations 25% of the time? (limit characters)
5. This position is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectees must meet position requirements for certification at Level II in Acquisition Career Field Information Technology within 24 months for entrance on duty. Are you willing to abide by these requirements? (limit characters)
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This position requires Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level I certification or the incumbent must be able to obtain certification within six (6) months of appointment in accordance with DoD 8570.1m. Are you willing to obtain and maintain the Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level I certification within six (6) months of employment?
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Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in IT Specialist (INFOSEC) position with Department of the Army. We will evaluate your resume and your response to this Occupational Questionnaire 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 this questionnaire. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that best describes the IT-related experience you possess that demonstrates each of the four competencies necessary to perform IT Specialist (INFOSEC) work at the NH-03 grade level or equivalent in the Federal Service. (limit characters)
2. Select the one statement below that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a IT Specialist (INFOSEC) position at the NH-03 pay band or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Conduct detailed analysis of security requirements for new systems or modification to existing systems. (limit characters)
4. Develop cybersecurity assessment plans for organization regulatory guidance or unique system concerns. (limit characters)
5. Incorporate operational cybersecurity and mission assurance metrics into data collection plans. (limit characters)
6. Coordinate cybersecurity assessment into exercises to be used by the organization for situational awareness. (limit characters)
7. Work on cybersecurity metrics by collecting data for management to review. (limit characters)
8. Incorporate new program requirements into current assessment processes and procedures. (limit characters)
9. Participate in various cyber working groups to review program documents for improvements to
enhance efficiency.
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10. Integrate assessment requirements into assessment planning documents for execution during exercises. (limit characters)
11. Evaluate network systems such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and boundary devices. (limit characters)
12. Assess network protocols and processes necessary for secure communications. (limit characters)
13. Serve as technical expert of computer networks and systems to develop comprehensive cyber security assessment plans. (limit characters)
14. Provide Information Assurance (IA) expertise throughout the Command. (limit characters)
15. Coordinate with various customers to assist in meeting timelines. (limit characters)
16. Present briefings to high level audiences concerning operational assessment findings. (limit characters)
17. Represent the organization at exercise planning conferences and meetings. (limit characters)
18. Makes local technical visits, inspections, and investigations. (limit characters)
19. 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. (limit characters)