IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

About the role

Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 - All current on-board AKNG T5 Competitive or Excepted Service Employees. Area 2 - All other current onboard AKNG T32 Excepted Service Employees.

Area 3 - All current or former members of the Alaska National Guard Area 4 - All current and former Federal Employees with Reinstatement Eligibility. Area 5 - All U.S. Citizens. PDCN: T5895000 Selecting Supervisor: Daniel Paulsen

What you will do

• Serves as a technical expert and focal point for Information Technology (IT) security and information assurance policies, planning, programs, initiatives, certification and accreditation.
• Provides advice and assistance regarding security aspects of processing, storage, retrieval, transmission, and access of classified and unclassified information.
• Administers and monitors installation compliance with all applicable DoD, USAF, National Guard Bureau (NGB) and Air National Guard (ANG) Information Assurance regulations and policies.
• Administers and maintains the organization certification & accreditation process for assigned SCIF(s) using the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and coordinates, compiles and maintains all certification & accreditation documentation for appropriate accreditation authorities.
• Reviews and implements local policies regarding system access, network rights, and physical access to systems and equipment.
• Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments of DoD classified information systems to identify associated vulnerabilities, risks and protection needs.
• Leads or serves as a member of the configuration control board for applicable installation facilities/networks Evaluates and assesses vulnerabilities of classified network and application server hardware, operating system software, and peripheral network equipment such as routers, bridges, switches, attached cabling system, network interface cards, modems, multiplexers, and concentrators.
• Updates hardware and software architecture databases to reflect installations, turn-ins, and changes in reportable software.
• Provides input to the ANG Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP) procedures for system disaster recovery.
• COOP recovery includes reestablishment of systems at multiple sites and locations.
• Conducts evaluations to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Ensures system backups are performed to ensure expedient restoration of respective network equipment.
• Reviews national, DOD and other policies, program proposals, operational and strategic plans, and identifies issues requiring tier two actions or inputs.
• Based on these reviews, provides technical recommendations for changes to the security posture to the Wing Commander and Senior Intelligence Officer.
• Prepares and presents applicable briefings and reports to high-level managers.
• Advises the Wing Commander and Senior Intelligence Officer on the impact of tier two level Information Assurance (IA) and Computer Network Defense (CND) policy on squadron group/squadron activities.
• Implements audit measures to ensure activity compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participates in inspections and surveys of computer system.
• Incumbent makes recommendations to the Wing ISSM on the approval of various computer operations based on security guidelines.
• When feasible, provides alternatives to the Wing Commander and Senior Intelligence Officer to meet security requirements based on the unique needs of the organization and mission requirements.
• Develops guidance papers on security issues affecting classified systems, enclaves, and applications.
• Analyzes equipment and software reliability and suitability for vulnerability assessment utilization.
• Conducts analyses of classified network usage, hardware and software capabilities, ineffective practices or procedures, equipment shortcomings, and other relevant factors.
• Recommends methods and procedures and coordinates corrective action to optimize utilization of present equipment.
• Uses benchmarks, performance measurement, and evaluation data, in conjunction with vulnerability assessment techniques.
• Develops recommendations or proposals involving a variety of specialized systems to improve operational efficiency.
• Determines, develops, and ensures cooperation and coordination with related IA/CND program efforts.
• Incumbent must analyze the vulnerabilities and weaknesses of existing computer security programs that could benefit from group training and translate those needs into training and education media for the Wing.
• Designs and delivers to the Senior Intelligence Officer and Wing Commander tailored programs of instruction to reduce risks, increase the level of computer security awareness, and improve the security posture for the automated systems and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

How you will be evaluated

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application/resume will be made to determine your Area of Consideration (AOC) and to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and minimum job requirements. Your initial rating will be based on your responses to the questionnaire in this document.

This process measures the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Your final rating will be based on our evaluation of your responses, as verified through a review of your resume and other supporting documents.

If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and rating.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision~

Documents you must provide

• To determine your qualifications for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
• Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
• This is accomplished by submitting the application.
• There is nothing that needs to be attached to this application to meet this requirement.
• Transcripts, if applicable 5.
• DD-214/NGB 22 (if claiming former AKNG member) 6.
• A copy of your DD Form 214, if applicable.
• SF-15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference) 8.
• Any additional documentation you wish to submit for consideration.
• Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process.
• We recommend using the resume building within USAJOBS.
• Please log into USAJOBS, go to your "Documents", make sure you're in the "Resumes" section and select the "Upload or build resume" button, then click on "Build resume".
• DoW Priority Placement Program (PPP) The DoW Priority Placement Program (PPP) is a program that gives displaced civilian employees and eligible military spouses priority consideration to vacant positions.
• Applicants who meet one of the DoW Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories below are eligible to apply with this preference.
• (Below each category are the required documents that must be attached for the preference to be considered) - DoW Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3) Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility. - DoW MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2) Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility. - DoW Retained Grade Employees Retained Grade Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-1) SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status Copy of the notification letter the employee received (RIF or classification downgrade) - Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4) Sponsor's PCS Orders Proof of Military member's current active duty status Marriage Certificate

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.

Additional information

- If you are a current Federal employee or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50.

You may submit your most recent performance appraisal. - NOTE: A retired member of the Armed Forces may not be appointed to a DOD civilian position within 180 days after retirement, without a TAG approved waiver, in accordance with DoDi 1402.01, Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces, dated 09 Sep 2007 and National Guard Appointment for Retired Members of the Armed Forces Memo, dated 18 Jan 2019. - If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 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. - Cost of Living Allowance (COLA): Entitled to 1.49% COLA in addition to base salary, subject to change. - Direct Deposit Program: If selected for technician position with the Alaska National Guard, you will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program.

(Salary will be automatically deposited to bank/credit union account). - Veterans' Preference: a copy of your DD Form 214 which must include character of service or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service dates and character of service.

In addition, if claiming 10-point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of purple heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference). Veterans Information: Veterans' preference must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation.

You must provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility.

Acceptable documentation may be: 1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. 2.

A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. 3.

You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online.

NOTE: Prior to appointment, an agency will require the service member to provide a copy of the DD-214. - Trial Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year trial period with veteran preference, or a 2-year trial period with no veteran preference, during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.