IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

This IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) is located at the JFHQ-State, in the Deputy Chief of Staff for Information Management(CIO/J6/G6) and is part of the CA JFHQ J6.

THIS IS A T5 EXCEPTED SERVICE, TEMPORARY POSITION NOT TO EXCEED 1 YEAR Selectee may be non-competitively promoted permanently if/when funding becomes available or position becomes unencumbered. Selectee may be non-competitively extended up to 5 years if/when funding becomes available or position becomes unencumbered. The primary purpose of the IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC), GS-2210-12, is to manage the State level CommunicationSecurity Program (COMSEC) in accordance with the governing policies. Provides oversight of allCOMSEC accounts located in the State/ Commonwealth/Territory and resolves complex issuesrelated to COMSEC with external organizations. Manages the Command's Communication Security (COMSEC) Program and serves as the installation COMSEC Account Manager for a National Guard state Headquarters as the technical expert/authority responsible for all aspects of safeguarding, accounting, and supply control of COMSEC material. Maintain accurate documentation for inventories, issuance, destructions, possession, and reports in accordance with current regulations, guidance, and procedures. Generate, maintain and submit paperwork to appropriate authority IAW regulation and policy. Coordinates the receipt, preparation, issuance and destruction of all COMSEC material for the account. Responsible for the maintenance, patching, and upgrades to the key management information system(s). Conducts audits and inspections of subordinate accounts, and coordinates with applicable organizations/offices to resolve complex COMSEC issues. Conducts inspections of peer organizations when requested. Ensures the physical security and proper storage of the commands COMSEC facilities across the state/territory. Develop and update Risk Assessments, Emergency Plans, and all others planning material IAW regulation and policy. Report findings of audits/inspections to the command develop any account remediation plans as a result of an inspection or audit for command review. Ensures the states' and subordinate unit COMSEC programs comply with higher governing authority policies and guidelines. Ensures individual training and compliance necessary to maintain required COMSEC account access and Information System Privileged Access to perform required roles and functions across all COMSEC accounts. Provide training and resources for accounts holders on the safeguarding, accounting, and supply control of COMSEC material, as well as the function and usage of COMSEC devices, equipment and key generation. Advises the Command on the development and implementation of COMSEC related policy and procedures based on higher agency policies, directives, and command requirements. Possess knowledge of the principles, policies, and procedures involved in ensuring the security of communication services and data, and maintaining the communications environment on which it resides. The position resides within the infrastructure and support functions of the state National Guard; the incumbent is not subject to mobilization, nor is the work described part of the military mission; and the incumbent does not perform a key advisory or essential administrative role that is inherently military. In addition, the position must meet one of the following: It does not have a comparable military function; the position is required in full-time (civilian) role when the organization, or similar military position, is mobilized to perform continuing post-mobilization functions; or the position requires a skill or competency that necessitates technical expertise or professional qualifications that cannot be readily found in the military structure of the state military force. May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance.

Recruitment/Relocation Recruitment/Relocation Incentive IS NOT authorized. PCS Relocation Costs IS NOT authorized based on determination that Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is not in the Government best interest. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. May be required to successfully complete a one or two year trial period. U.S. citizenship is required. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Must maintain proper security clearance. All certifications are required within 6 month of employment. Incumbent must complete appropriate training and obtain/maintain required certifications IAW DoDI8140 or DOD 8570.01M or applicable governing document(s) for Cyber workforce as an IA Technician Level II or III. Position is designated as OV-MGT-002 within the Defense Cybersecurity Workforce as guided by NIST SP 800-181; National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education, Cybersecurity Workforce Framework. Which establishes the Tasks, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities expected of this position. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. Head of Agency requests to exceed 14days in a calendar year must be approved in advance. Security Clearance: at a minimum a National Agency Check is required prior to position assignment.