It Specialist
SummaryAs the cyber security landscape is ever-changing, the need for timely, accurate, and relevant threat intelligence is paramount.
The FAA seeks to fulfill a critical role for the security operations team to enhance this capability, focused on threat intelligence collection, analysis, and dissemination.
Specifically, the FAA will employ a liaison officer to work with the National Cyber Investigative Joint Task Force(NCIJTF) in Chantilly, VA.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates09/22/2022 to 09/26/2022Salary$131,917 - $203,700 per yearThis salary includes a locality payment of 31.
53%.
Pay scale & gradeFV KHelpLocation1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DCTelework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.
The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent -Work scheduleFull-time -ServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNAJob family (Series)2210 Information Technology ManagementSupervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceSensitive Compartmented InformationDrug testYesAnnouncement numberACT-AIT-22-AIS300-80770Control number678966200HelpThis job is open toInternal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agencyOpen to current permanent FAA EmployeesHelpDutiesThe incumbent of this position will serve as a IT Specialist (Security) in the Security Operations Division, AIS-300.
He/She will be a liaison officer which will be a liaise between the FAA and the other member organizations of the NCIJTF.
The liaison officer will minimally report to the Chantilly office twice a week , unless otherwise directed.
The liaison will also be required as needed or as requested by management to work from Leesburg, VA, Washington, DC, other local destinations, and other non-local travel destinations.
The liaison officer position is an operational position, which may require long hours from time to time as well as work in the evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Serves as liaison officer with the NCIJTF to coordinate between the FAA/DOT and the NCIJTF.
Collaborate with FAA/DOT Cybersecurity stakeholders, including, but not limited to, the AIS-300 Security Operations Division in the Office of Information and Technology line of business (LOB) the National Airspace Cyber Operations (NCO) organization in the Air Traffic Organization(ATO) LOB, and the Intelligence & Threat Analysis Division in the Security and Hazardous Materials Safety LOB.
Evaluate, analyze, and synthesize large quantities of data (which may be fragmented and contradictory) into high quality, fused targeting/intelligence products that identify all threats especially targeted threats to DOT and FAA and the Transportation and Aviation critical infrastructure.
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders, the candidate will be formulate requirement for acquisition or implementation of various threat intelligence solutions, and represent the equities of the Security Operations CenterDevelop relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders to promote greater information sharing.
Assist in the identification of intelligence collection gaps and shortfalls.
Create Threat Models to understand the Agency IT Enterprise better, identify defensive gaps, and prioritize mitigationsUtilize Threat Intelligence and Threat Models to create threat hypothesesCollaborate with stakeholders, maintain a common intelligence picture.
Answer requests for information from internal and external stakeholdersAssist in coordinating, validating, and managing all-source collection requirements, plans, and/or activities.
Conduct in-depth research and analysis.
Participate and at times lead the evaluation of the threat decision-making processes.
Provide subject-matter expertise and support to planning/developmental forums and working groups as appropriate.
Provide evaluation and feedback necessary for improving intelligence production, intelligence reporting, collection requirements, and operations.
Provide information and assessments for the purposes of informing leadership and customers; developing and refining objectives; supporting operation planning and execution; and assessing the effects of operations.
Provide intelligence analysis and support to designated exercises, planning activities, and time sensitive operations.
Work closely with planners, intelligence analysts, and collection managers to ensure intelligence requirements and collection plans are accurate and up-to-date.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance for team membersRepresent DOT SOC and FAA in classified meetings and briefingsHelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentReview the Additional Information Section of this vacancy announcement for important information regarding your COVID vaccine status.
US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
QualificationsFor additional information please view the complete OPM qualification standard for the Group Coverage Qualification Standard for IT Specialist, please visit:
https:
//www.
opm.
gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J, FG/GS-14.
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Specialized experience may include but not limited to:
Experience in evaluating, analyzing, and synthesizing large quantities of fragmented and contradictory data into high quality, fused targeting/intelligence products that identify all threats especially targeted threats to DOT and FAA and the Transportation and Aviation critical infrastructureQualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.
Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.
Interview policy:
Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
Preview Job QuestionnaireMake sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional informationWe may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty.
FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies.
www.
faa.
gov/jobs/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirementsThe US Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation.
As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome.
If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
If selected, you will be required to provide information regarding your COVID-19 vaccination status for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening.
Persons occupying a testing designated position (TDP) will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements.
Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA.
Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability.
Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided.
Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) listed in the announcement.
Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories:
score order, category grouping, or alphabetical order and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
This is not a bargaining unit position.
Links to Important Information:
Locality Pay , COLA Read moreHelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT:
Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s).
All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated.
Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
HelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Only supplemental documentation, eg transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application.
These documents must be uploaded or emailed to tara.
price@faa.
gov on or before the closing date of this announcement.
All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement.
You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application.
If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.
If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https:
//eopf.
opm.
gov/dot/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The FAA seeks to fulfill a critical role for the security operations team to enhance this capability, focused on threat intelligence collection, analysis, and dissemination.
Specifically, the FAA will employ a liaison officer to work with the National Cyber Investigative Joint Task Force(NCIJTF) in Chantilly, VA.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates09/22/2022 to 09/26/2022Salary$131,917 - $203,700 per yearThis salary includes a locality payment of 31.
53%.
Pay scale & gradeFV KHelpLocation1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DCTelework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.
The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent -Work scheduleFull-time -ServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNAJob family (Series)2210 Information Technology ManagementSupervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceSensitive Compartmented InformationDrug testYesAnnouncement numberACT-AIT-22-AIS300-80770Control number678966200HelpThis job is open toInternal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agencyOpen to current permanent FAA EmployeesHelpDutiesThe incumbent of this position will serve as a IT Specialist (Security) in the Security Operations Division, AIS-300.
He/She will be a liaison officer which will be a liaise between the FAA and the other member organizations of the NCIJTF.
The liaison officer will minimally report to the Chantilly office twice a week , unless otherwise directed.
The liaison will also be required as needed or as requested by management to work from Leesburg, VA, Washington, DC, other local destinations, and other non-local travel destinations.
The liaison officer position is an operational position, which may require long hours from time to time as well as work in the evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Serves as liaison officer with the NCIJTF to coordinate between the FAA/DOT and the NCIJTF.
Collaborate with FAA/DOT Cybersecurity stakeholders, including, but not limited to, the AIS-300 Security Operations Division in the Office of Information and Technology line of business (LOB) the National Airspace Cyber Operations (NCO) organization in the Air Traffic Organization(ATO) LOB, and the Intelligence & Threat Analysis Division in the Security and Hazardous Materials Safety LOB.
Evaluate, analyze, and synthesize large quantities of data (which may be fragmented and contradictory) into high quality, fused targeting/intelligence products that identify all threats especially targeted threats to DOT and FAA and the Transportation and Aviation critical infrastructure.
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders, the candidate will be formulate requirement for acquisition or implementation of various threat intelligence solutions, and represent the equities of the Security Operations CenterDevelop relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders to promote greater information sharing.
Assist in the identification of intelligence collection gaps and shortfalls.
Create Threat Models to understand the Agency IT Enterprise better, identify defensive gaps, and prioritize mitigationsUtilize Threat Intelligence and Threat Models to create threat hypothesesCollaborate with stakeholders, maintain a common intelligence picture.
Answer requests for information from internal and external stakeholdersAssist in coordinating, validating, and managing all-source collection requirements, plans, and/or activities.
Conduct in-depth research and analysis.
Participate and at times lead the evaluation of the threat decision-making processes.
Provide subject-matter expertise and support to planning/developmental forums and working groups as appropriate.
Provide evaluation and feedback necessary for improving intelligence production, intelligence reporting, collection requirements, and operations.
Provide information and assessments for the purposes of informing leadership and customers; developing and refining objectives; supporting operation planning and execution; and assessing the effects of operations.
Provide intelligence analysis and support to designated exercises, planning activities, and time sensitive operations.
Work closely with planners, intelligence analysts, and collection managers to ensure intelligence requirements and collection plans are accurate and up-to-date.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance for team membersRepresent DOT SOC and FAA in classified meetings and briefingsHelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentReview the Additional Information Section of this vacancy announcement for important information regarding your COVID vaccine status.
US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
QualificationsFor additional information please view the complete OPM qualification standard for the Group Coverage Qualification Standard for IT Specialist, please visit:
https:
//www.
opm.
gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J, FG/GS-14.
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Specialized experience may include but not limited to:
Experience in evaluating, analyzing, and synthesizing large quantities of fragmented and contradictory data into high quality, fused targeting/intelligence products that identify all threats especially targeted threats to DOT and FAA and the Transportation and Aviation critical infrastructureQualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.
Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.
Interview policy:
Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
Preview Job QuestionnaireMake sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional informationWe may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty.
FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies.
www.
faa.
gov/jobs/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirementsThe US Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation.
As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome.
If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
If selected, you will be required to provide information regarding your COVID-19 vaccination status for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening.
Persons occupying a testing designated position (TDP) will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements.
Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA.
Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability.
Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided.
Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) listed in the announcement.
Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories:
score order, category grouping, or alphabetical order and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
This is not a bargaining unit position.
Links to Important Information:
Locality Pay , COLA Read moreHelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT:
Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s).
All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated.
Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
HelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Only supplemental documentation, eg transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application.
These documents must be uploaded or emailed to tara.
price@faa.
gov on or before the closing date of this announcement.
All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement.
You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application.
If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.
If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https:
//eopf.
opm.
gov/dot/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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