Job summary

About the Position: The IT Specialist (Policy and Planning), GS-2210-13, serves as a Cyberspace Operations Planner, Cyberspace Operations Division (CyOD / J311) in the J3 Operations Directorate, Headquarters United States European Command. The incumbent serves as a command subject matter expert on Cyberspace Operations capabilities for highly advanced technical and diverse cyber operations and training functions with a primary emphasis in Offensive and Defensive Cyberspace Operations.

Major duties

Analyze and execute functional efforts for manning, training, equipping, and facilities of European Command DOD Information Network (EUCOM DODIN) and Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) Internal Network Defense (IDM) capabilities. Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and conduct Cyberspace operations staffing functions across the European Command (EUCOM) staff in accordance with guidance received from the Commander and Director J3. Influence current and emerging Cyberspace operational and intelligence doctrine, policy, capabilities, tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP). Provide technical expertise on Cyberspace Operations program issues and policies to the Cyberspace Operations Division and other external organizations as directed/requested.

Qualification

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying to OCONUS Positions Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Excepted Service Overseas Family Member Appointment Family Member Preference (FMP) for Overseas Employment Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouse Preference (MSP) for Overseas Employment Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience GS-13: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1.) Managing cyberspace operations in support of established operations and plans; AND 2.) Performing Cyberspace Operations research to provide solutions and recommendations; AND experience demonstrating each of the four competencies below. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). Specialized Experience GS-12: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1.) Assisting in managing cyberspace operations in support of established operations and plans; AND 2.) Conducting Cyberspace Operations research to assist in providing solutions and recommendations; AND experience demonstrating each of the four competencies below. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies: 1. Attention to Detail- Complete thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations. Occasionally review work completed by others. 2. Customer Service - Resolve routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints. Develop and maintain strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers. Conduct evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommend procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation. 3. Oral - Convincingly convey complex information to customers. Present thoughts that are well- organized and demonstrate confidence in the facts and ideas. Adjust style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; use various methods to explain and convey information. 4. Problem Solving - Solve complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives. Identify possible conflicts and shared benefits. Help team anticipate problems and identify and evaluate potential sources of information; provide feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems. Engage appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs. Evaluate the effectiveness of decisions and adjust future decisions as appropriate. The following experience is preferred: 3 years of experience in cyberspace operations. The following certifications are highly desired: Technical certifications such as Cisco Certified Internetworking Professional (CCIE), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Security+, and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). Completion of Joint Cyber Operations Planners Course or Service Cyber Planners Course, Joint Network Attack Course (JNAC), Joint Cyber Analysis Course (JCAC), or Joint Advanced Cyber Warfare Course (JACWC). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Creative Thinking Oral Communication Planning and Evaluating Requirements Analysis GS-13 Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12). GS-12 Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. You may claim Military Spouse preference. You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.