IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC)

To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the federal or private sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

Specialized experience must include the following: Administering, configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting enterprise mobile devices, mobility infrastructure, and Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems within an operational environment; and Managing mobile operating systems, applications, security policies, device compliance, and connectivity services to resolve technical issues and ensure reliable user capabilities; and Configuring, deploying, maintaining, and supporting real-time operational mobility platforms, including secure mobile applications, situational-awareness tools, or comparable enterprise mobility solutions.

NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You will serve as a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC) and be responsible for managing the full lifecycle, security compliance, and advanced troubleshooting of enterprise mobile infrastructure, Microsoft Intune environments, and emerging mobility technologies to support continuous mission operations. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.

Typical work assignments include: Installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise mobile devices, mobile operating systems, device compliance and security policies, and Microsoft Intune mobile device management and mobile application management (MDM/MAM) capabilities to ensure secure, reliable, and continuous daily operations. Administering and maintaining mobile devices by managing updates, enforcing compliance, and supporting operational requirements.

Deploying and supporting emerging mobile technologies to advance mobility capabilities. Diagnosing and resolving complex mobile hardware, software, mobile device management (MDM), and connectivity issues within the mobile environment, reducing reliance on vendor support. Implementing security patches, access controls, mobile device management policies, and baseline configurations across mobile devices, applications, and mobility infrastructure in alignment with agency IT policies and planning standards.

Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position. A. Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers Level I (FAC P/PM-I) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position. B. Information Assurance Management Level II (IAM-II) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.

Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information