- Position Title
- SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)
- Agency
- United States Fleet Forces Command
- Announcement Number
- DEST-12592762-25-MAF Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, October 31, 2024 to Wednesday, November 6, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions and you:
If you answer yes to this question, you are required to submit a copy of your latest DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (preferably member 4 copy, but any copy that shows all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) is acceptable. If you have more than one DD Form 214 for multiple periods of active duty service, you should submit a copy for each period of service.). If you were issued a DD-215 to amend aforementioned information on the DD-214 you must submit that too. You are also required to submit a copy of the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15).
You may request copies of your military personnel records (e.g., DD-214) online or from the VA.
Failure to provide documentation that fully supports your claim will result in a rating of ineligible.
NOTE: If you are an active duty service member you are not eligible for consideration under this authority. Refer to the active duty service member question for consideration.
- have an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying as having a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more OR
- retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?
If you answer yes to this question, you are required to submit a copy of your latest DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (preferably member 4 copy, but any copy that shows all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) is acceptable. If you have more than one DD Form 214 for multiple periods of active duty service, you should submit a copy for each period of service.). If you were issued a DD-215 to amend aforementioned information on the DD-214 you must submit that too. You are also required to submit a copy of the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15).
You may request copies of your military personnel records (e.g., DD-214) online or from the VA.
Failure to provide documentation that fully supports your claim will result in a rating of ineligible.
NOTE: If you are an active duty service member you are not eligible for consideration under this authority. Refer to the active duty service member question for consideration.
3.
Are you a retired civil service federal employee seeking reemployment?
If yes, you are required to submit a copy of your retirement SF-50 (or equivalent). In addition, you must select another eligibility (e.g., Former Federal Employee, VEOA, etc.) for which you can claim on this job opportunity announcement.
Failure to select another eligibility will make you ineligible for consideration.
The Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Navy (DON) policy on employment of annuitants will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. Annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They are not eligible for retirement contributions, to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan, nor to a supplemental or re-determined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e. retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8416(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment, as appropriate.
Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
If yes, you are required to submit a copy of your retirement SF-50 (or equivalent). In addition, you must select another eligibility (e.g., Former Federal Employee, VEOA, etc.) for which you can claim on this job opportunity announcement.
Failure to select another eligibility will make you ineligible for consideration.
The Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Navy (DON) policy on employment of annuitants will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. Annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They are not eligible for retirement contributions, to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan, nor to a supplemental or re-determined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e. retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8416(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment, as appropriate.
Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
4.
Are you currently employed as a permanent federal employee?
This includes competitive service, excepted service, or Senior Executive service in a Federal agency.
You may also claim this eligibility if you are entitled to it by legal statute.
If you answer yes to this question, you are required to submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 AND the SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if not reflected on your most recent SF-50. Failure to submit this documentation with your application will result in a rating of ineligible.
If you are a DoD employee, you can obtain a copy of your SF- 50(s) from MyBiz. Failure to provide documentation that fully supports your claim will result in a rating of ineligible.
This includes competitive service, excepted service, or Senior Executive service in a Federal agency.
You may also claim this eligibility if you are entitled to it by legal statute.
If you answer yes to this question, you are required to submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 AND the SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if not reflected on your most recent SF-50. Failure to submit this documentation with your application will result in a rating of ineligible.
If you are a DoD employee, you can obtain a copy of your SF- 50(s) from MyBiz. Failure to provide documentation that fully supports your claim will result in a rating of ineligible.
5.
Are you a Veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and were separated under honorable conditions?
You are an eligible veteran if:
-you served on active duty for a period of more than 180 days and were discharged or released therefrom with other than a dishonorable discharge -OR-
-you were discharged or released from active duty because of a service connected disability -OR-
-you were in a reserve component under an order to active duty pursuant to section 12301(a), (d), or (g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10, served on active duty during a period of war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge is authorized & was discharged or released from such duty with other than a dishonorable discharge -OR-
-you were discharged or released from active duty by reason of a sole survivorship discharge (as that term is defined in section 1174(i) of title 10).
You must provide a DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (e.g., Honorable, General, etc.).
If you are a disabled veteran you must submit one of the following:
-an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veteran Affairs or branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the present existence of the service connected disability, the percentage and nature of the service connected disability(s).
-an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veteran Affairs or branch of the Armed Forces, certifying the receipt of a non-service connected disability pension
-an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veteran Affairs or branch of the Armed Forces, certifying retirement due to a service-connected disability, or a transfer to the Disability Retirement List.
Failure to provide supporting documentation will result in a rating of ineligible. For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
You are an eligible veteran if:
-you served on active duty for a period of more than 180 days and were discharged or released therefrom with other than a dishonorable discharge -OR-
-you were discharged or released from active duty because of a service connected disability -OR-
-you were in a reserve component under an order to active duty pursuant to section 12301(a), (d), or (g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10, served on active duty during a period of war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge is authorized & was discharged or released from such duty with other than a dishonorable discharge -OR-
-you were discharged or released from active duty by reason of a sole survivorship discharge (as that term is defined in section 1174(i) of title 10).
You must provide a DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (e.g., Honorable, General, etc.).
If you are a disabled veteran you must submit one of the following:
-an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veteran Affairs or branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the present existence of the service connected disability, the percentage and nature of the service connected disability(s).
-an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veteran Affairs or branch of the Armed Forces, certifying the receipt of a non-service connected disability pension
-an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veteran Affairs or branch of the Armed Forces, certifying retirement due to a service-connected disability, or a transfer to the Disability Retirement List.
Failure to provide supporting documentation will result in a rating of ineligible. For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
6.
Are you currently serving under an appointment without time limit (or have been involuntarily separated from such appointment without personal cause within the preceding year) at:
A federal agency that has an Interchange Agreement with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, OR
A federal agency covered under other special interchange agreements (e.g., NAFI or Army Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES), TSA, FAA, etc.) OR
A Department of Defense component as a DCIPS employee in pay plan GG for at least one year?
If you are, your resume MUST include at least one experience statement that includes your position title, pay plan (or equivalent), series, grade level, agency worked for and dates of employment to support your interchange eligibility.
If you answer yes to this question, you are required to submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) showing that you meet the requirements listed AND the SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) reflecting the highest grade held if not reflected on your most recent form. Failure to submit this documentation with your application will result in a rating of ineligible.
For further information and a list of other Federal agencies that are under Interchange Agreements, please visit the Office of Personnel Management's website.
A federal agency that has an Interchange Agreement with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, OR
A federal agency covered under other special interchange agreements (e.g., NAFI or Army Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES), TSA, FAA, etc.) OR
A Department of Defense component as a DCIPS employee in pay plan GG for at least one year?
If you are, your resume MUST include at least one experience statement that includes your position title, pay plan (or equivalent), series, grade level, agency worked for and dates of employment to support your interchange eligibility.
If you answer yes to this question, you are required to submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) showing that you meet the requirements listed AND the SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) reflecting the highest grade held if not reflected on your most recent form. Failure to submit this documentation with your application will result in a rating of ineligible.
For further information and a list of other Federal agencies that are under Interchange Agreements, please visit the Office of Personnel Management's website.
7.
I am an MR or NG Reserve Technician who will lose or has lost my military membership through no fault of my own after completing at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area in accordance with Section 3329(b) of Title 5, U.S.C. This preference eligibility is valid for 1 year after separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist found here and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG membership (through no fault of your own) and that you have completed at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist found here and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG membership (through no fault of your own) and that you have completed at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
8.
I am currently on retained grade based on receiving a written RIF notification letter of a change to lower grade, or a notification letter of a classification downgrade dated within the last 2 years. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" for this statement, you must submit a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist found here and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice, and an SF-50 reflecting your RIF change to lower grade.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not accepted permanent Federal employment at your retained grade, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" for this statement, you must submit a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist found here and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice, and an SF-50 reflecting your RIF change to lower grade.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not accepted permanent Federal employment at your retained grade, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
9.
I am an MR or NG Technician who will be or has been involuntarily medically retired due to a service-connected medical disability that disqualifies me from military membership or from holding my required military grade, and have applied for or am receiving a disability retirement annuity. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area. I understand that the position for which I am applying must be at the same grade or equivalent level, tenure, and work schedule as the position held currently or upon separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist found here and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist found here and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
Preferences
1.
Where did you hear about this job? We know you saw this announcement on USAJOBS, but did you hear about it somewhere else first?
Please tell us where you first heard about this job.
Please tell us where you first heard about this job.
2.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316 (relating to the Executive Schedule)?
OR
Are you a current or former Schedule A, Schedule C, or appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
OR
Are you a current or former non-career SES, Limited Term SES, or Limited Emergency SES in the Executive Branch?
OR
Are you a current or former political appointee in the Executive Branch?
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. A recent or former political appointee is defined as someone who held a political appointment covered by OPM's policy within the previous 5-year period. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories above, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
For more information see https://www.chcoc.gov/content/political-appointees-and-career-civil-service-positions-4 and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/oversight-activities/faqs/
If you answer Yes to this question, you must provide your current or past SF50 for the political appointment.
OR
Are you a current or former Schedule A, Schedule C, or appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
OR
Are you a current or former non-career SES, Limited Term SES, or Limited Emergency SES in the Executive Branch?
OR
Are you a current or former political appointee in the Executive Branch?
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. A recent or former political appointee is defined as someone who held a political appointment covered by OPM's policy within the previous 5-year period. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories above, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
For more information see https://www.chcoc.gov/content/political-appointees-and-career-civil-service-positions-4 and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/oversight-activities/faqs/
If you answer Yes to this question, you must provide your current or past SF50 for the political appointment.
3.
I authorize my application information being shared with hiring managers for similar positions. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement.
Conditions of Employment
1.
I am willing and able to submit to random drug testing (urinalysis) on a recurring basis. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP) and I am willing and able to refrain from the use of illegal drugs as defined under federal law in the Controlled Substances Act and if requested, I will submit to urinalysis testing. Further, I am willing and able to sign a statement acknowledging the position is occupied as a TDP, and that I am subject to random drug testing as a condition of employment.
2.
I am willing and able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
Note: If you are a PPP applicant exercising your priority status, you must currently possess the required security clearance. If you select yes below, you are certifying that you currently possess the required security clearance.
Note: If you are a PPP applicant exercising your priority status, you must currently possess the required security clearance. If you select yes below, you are certifying that you currently possess the required security clearance.
3.
I am willing and able to submit to a polygraph examination on a recurring basis.
4.
Do you live or work within the commute area of the duty location(s) listed for this position?
The commuting area is defined as the geographic area surrounding a duty location that encompasses the localities in which people live or work and can reasonably be expected to travel back and forth daily to their usual employment.
The commuting area is defined as the geographic area surrounding a duty location that encompasses the localities in which people live or work and can reasonably be expected to travel back and forth daily to their usual employment.
Assessment 1
1.
Please select one response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for a GG-2210-14, SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC).
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume and other relevant documents you submit. Your score may be lowered, or you may be found ineligible if your supporting documentation does not support your claims.
Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your stated level of experience and demonstrated capability. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position following acceptance.
Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your stated level of experience and demonstrated capability. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position following acceptance.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Analyze detected cyber risks to develop security solutions.
3.
Monitor network security service performance to track possible intrusions or firewall issues.
4.
Remediate vulnerabilities within networks to protect and defend information and systems.
5.
Sanitize compromised networks to mitigate impacts to affected personnel.
6.
Administer information assurance (IA) training to convey awareness of (IA) policies, procedures, and processes.
7.
Train information technology (IT) personnel on risk analysis of information systems, networks, software, and hardware.
8.
Train information technology (IT) technicians on the employment, maintenance, and repair of IT systems.
9.
Train others on information security to safeguard classified information.
10.
Allocate information technology (IT) project resources (e.g., equipment, hardware, software) to meet IT requirements.
11.
Establish and maintain a project schedule for an information technology (IT) project.
12.
Manage an information technology (IT) project's resources, project activities, and risks to ensure project remains on schedule and within budget.
13.
Monitor progress of information technology (IT) projects to ensure timelines are met.
14.
Brief senior leaders on a course of action necessary to complete projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
15.
Brief senior leaders on security threats and vulnerabilities.
16.
Present information technology (IT) program strategies to senior leaders for the incorporation of emerging technologies.
17.
Present updated resource plans to senior leaders for review and final approval.
18.
Collaborate with customers to define information technology (IT) hardware, software, or other information system resource needs.
19.
Collaborate with information technology (IT) clients and customers to assess their needs and provide quality products and services.
20.
Partner with information technology (IT) system administrators in monitoring the network for vulnerabilities and compromises.
21.
Partner with stakeholders to establish resource requirements for information technology (IT) programs and projects.
22.
Write data standards, policies, and procedures for the acquisition, storage, and retrieval of data.
23.
Write guidance for the application of cyber security policies, principles, and practices.
24.
Write information technology (IT) system documentation (e.g., functional descriptions, maintenance manuals, test, implementation plans) in the development of plans and projects.
25.
Write reports on security breaches, incidents, and violations for senior leader awareness.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
26.
Do you certify that all of your responses to this questionnaire are true and accurate; and do you accept that if your supporting documentation does not support one or more of your responses to the questionnaire that your application may be rated lower or you may be removed from further consideration?