IT Specialist

U.S. Naval Intelligence Activity is hiring an IT Specialist (INFOSEC) at the GG-13 level to help protect cyber environments at the Hopper Global Communications Center in Suitland, MD . This National (MD) onsite role supports the planning, deployment, and continuous improvement of cyber protective tools and security solutions, with a federal benefits package available based on position type and appointment status.

Salary: USD 132,751 - 181,428 per year
Location: National, MD (onsite)
Experience: 1+ years
Security: Top Secret clearance and SCI access required

What you will do

• Install, configure, administer, maintain, and tune a multitude of cyber protective tools .
• Create content and correlate events to mine data for overlooked attack vectors and unknown vulnerabilities using custom scripts or GUI interfaces.
• Perform digital forensics to identify security and/or policy violations.
• Support project management by coordinating with other departments and external companies to shepherd procurement.
• Handle the full lifecycle for new or replacement cyber security solutions, including planning, design/development, integration/testing, installation, and documentation .

Required qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen .
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment .
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program .
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) .
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required; the position is subject to random testing .
• Acknowledge in writing acceptance of an appointment in the DCIPS (excepted service) , which does not confer competitive status, prior to appointment.
• Males born after must be registered for Selective Service .
• This position is designated as a Cyber IT/Cybersecurity Workforce position; obtain and maintain the credentials described in SECNAV M-5239.2 for specialty area 511 level 02 within 12 months of appointment.
• Travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS may be required, including remote or isolated sites; ability to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods is required.
• A 2-year DCIPS trial period may be required.
• This position may be subject to polygraph examination .
• Shift work may or may not be required, including 24-hour/7-day operations with rotating shifts from 9 to 13 hours .

How you may be evaluated

• You will be evaluated on how well you meet the qualifications above.
• Assessment focus areas include: Information Technology Forensics Operations , Information Technology Specifications Analysis , Information Technology System Design , Operating Systems , System Administration , and Technical Documentation Development .
• The recruitment will use USA Hire and Structured Interview .

Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Oral Communication
• Problem Solving

Additional evaluation competencies (from qualifications)

• Plans, acquires, installs, and maintains complex IT systems across varied platforms, ensuring interoperability, optimizing data transfers, and managing the data lifecycle (storage, transmission, quality assurance) to meet operational requirements.
• Oversees security architecture, cloud security, DevSecOps, and OS/Network administration; assesses vulnerabilities, reviews risk assessments, and ensures compliance with certification and accreditation standards; conducts digital forensics across devices and memory storage.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex hardware, software, and network issues; advises users; conducts interviews to define technical requirements; provides ongoing guidance to resolve processing problems.
• Evaluates and recommends new IT commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) products and methodologies; interprets IT policies; implements scripting and automation to enhance system operations and capabilities.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position held and whether the position is full-time , part-time , or intermittent .

Eligibility and additional information

• This job is open to the public and U.S. Citizens, Nationals , or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Clarification from the agency: includes DoD Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Preference Eligibles, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligibles, and all U.S. Citizens.
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized for eligible new hires; a relocation incentive may be authorized.
• This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program , and additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
• A tentative offer may be rescinded if pre-employment requirements are not met, including failure to report to scheduled appointments.
• During the application process, you may opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers with similar positions in the local commuting area.
• ICTAP does not apply to excepted service positions; PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL if determined Well Qualified (WQ).
• All Defense Intelligence positions under DCIPS are in the excepted service by specific statute; this position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status.

Documents and application notes

• Provide documentation supporting eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume.
• A complete resume is required and must be no more than 2 pages .
• If using education to substitute for experience, provide transcripts or a list of courses, grades, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.
• Veterans claiming veterans’ preference must submit a copy of the latest DD-214 or a VA letter, plus supporting disability documentation (SF-15 as described).
• Active Duty Service Members must submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command.
• Application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date to be considered.