Job summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a INFORMATION SECURITY SPECIALIST-TITLE 5, Position Description Number PDT5003000 and is part of the KY 123 AW, National Guard. Due to a lapse in appropriations, Federal Government operations will be delayed.

Major duties

As a INFORMATION SECURITY SPECIALIST-TITLE 5, GS-0080-12, you will serve as the Wing Information Protection Program Manager executing/enforcing all operational, functional, and mission assurance aspects of the program. Formulate wing program goals, plans, policy implementation guidelines, procedures, and work plans dealing with the operation of security programs and activities. Research and interpret federal regulations for information security processes. Provide guidance, training, and direction to organizations/activities/units. Evaluate classification downgrading, declassification, and destruction programs. Oversee, direct, monitor, and conduct security surveys and Information Security Program Reviews to monitor and enforce DoD Information, Personnel, and Industrial Security Programs. Analyze complex information security problems, mission vulnerabilities, security impacts to mission assurance, and convergence difficulties, and provide solutions to ensure mission success. Make information protection risk assessments and risk management/mitigation strategies/recommendations based on intelligence-derived threat issues. Complexity of duties is amplified as precedents often do not exist, technological advancements constantly change, and events significantly change circumstances. Collect, assemble, analyze, and assess data and intelligence information. Collaborate with Security specialists and functions to provide Wing leadership a single protection view of risk avoidance and risk mitigation. Conduct Security Awareness and Education Programs to meet requirements. Oversee development of training for Top Secret Control Officers and Original Classification Authorities. Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities to include training, leave request, performance evaluations and other issues. Direct overarching focus and direction of the organization. Perform other duties as assigned. A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDT5003000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technicianstaffing@army.mil.

Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. May be subject to furlough actions. Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility. Must obtain and maintain a TS-SCI security clearance This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Must attended Supervisor Training: failure to complete Supervisor Training within 12 months of appointment will result in reversion to previous position. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random drug testing. Must obtain and maintain Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), Security Program Integration Professional Certification (SPIPC) and Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) conferrals within 2 years of appointment in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, DoD Security Accreditation and Certification. NOTE: A retired member of the Armed Forces may not be appointed to a DOD civilian position within 180 days after retirement, without a TAG approved waiver, in accordance with DoDi 1402.01, Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces, dated 09 Sep 2007 and National Guard Appointment for Retired Members of the Armed Forces Memo, dated 18 Jan 2019.

Qualification

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-11) or equivalent, formulating and implementing Information Protection (IP) functions and activities. Experience managing program plans, processes, and policies. Experience establishing and adjusting short- and long-term priorities. Experience demonstrating the ability to develop and apply metrics to assess program efficiency and effectiveness; anticipate and plan for changes in system designs, equipment, and mission requirements. Experience identifying program priorities, executing, and monitoring changes, and establishing review systems to ensure compliance with governmental information protection requirements. Experience developing guidance and procedures for risk-based assessments and reviews. Experience preparing and presenting written reports and briefings to senior leaders; and supporting Wing, MAJCOM, and Air Force priorities through effective resource planning. Experience integrating information protection requirements into operational, technical, and administrative programs, as well as monitor and protect Wing-specific programs. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement, position description or others' resumes. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate. For more veterans' information please click https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx. 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit all supporting documentation as specified on the SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference". You can locate the SF 15 at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.