Defense Information Systems Agency · 10 hours ago
IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (NETWORK/INFOSEC)
Fort George G. Meade, MD
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe Defense Information Systems Agency is seeking an IT Cybersecurity Specialist to support the mission of the US Cyber Command. The role involves applying comprehensive knowledge in IT networking management to ensure constant communications availability and troubleshooting complex network issues.
Communications InfrastructureGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Applies comprehensive knowledge and skill in applying IT networking management and operating concepts to establish and maintain constant communications availability and accessibility
Knowledge of network management capabilities, theory, operations concepts, and requirements identification and analysis to troubleshoot the most complex network problems and outages
Possess a high level of knowledge of IP. Develop and activate contingency plans when necessary to provide services
Comprehensive knowledge of network systems and state-of-the-art communications equipment and interfaces, as well as protocols, standards, network capabilities, engineering and design timing, and synchronization systems
Guidelines must be interpreted, due to gaps in specificity, to adapt to unique problems
The employee uses initiative to deviate from established procedures, develop new methods, identify and research trends, and/or propose new policies or procedures as new criteria are established
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service
This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination
In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements overall in 12 months
This is a drug testing position
Top Secret/SCI security clearance required
This position has been designated as Mission Essential
Attention to Detail - experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards
Customer Service - experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs
Oral Communication - briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience
Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions
To qualify at the GG-12, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position
Experience with network design, implementing, and maintaining of Cisco networks, analysis, operation, test, evaluation, and maintenance of a wide range of vendor technologies to include but not limited to Juniper, Cisco, and Palo-Alto Routers, Switches, Firewalls, F5 Load Balancers, and DNS Bind
Duties include configuring network hardware such as routers and switches, troubleshooting connectivity issues, monitoring network performance, managing user access, and implementing and enforcing network policies and security procedures
Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume
All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement
There is no substitution of education for the qualifying experience at the GG-12 grade level
Benefits
Moving costs MAY be paid.
Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized.
Company
Defense Information Systems Agency
Defense Information Systems Agency is an IT support agency that offers analytics, testing, and computing services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Harry Roberts
Chief Engineer Business Systems SD2
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