IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/POLICY AND PLANNING)

Summary This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent serves as the Cyber and Information Systems Division lead for the Strategic Cybersecurity Program. Incumbent provides guidance pertaining to cyber survivability (cybersecurity and cyber operational resilience) of critical Command, Control, Communications & Computers (C4) systems with a focus on end-to-end mission threads for high-priority mission sets, including nuclear deterrence, homeland missile defense Duties Help As a IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/POLICY AND PLANNING) at the GG-2210-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Develops and coordinates recommendations, plans, policy, and doctrine to support the CJCS and Combatant Command (CCMD) requirements for the cyber survivability of weapon systems. Provides DoD Cybersecurity, cyber operational resilience, and Cybersecurity Risk Management Construct (CRMC), the former Risk Management Framework (RMF) subject matter expertise to prioritize the mitigation of cyber vulnerabilities in weapon systems, critical infrastructure, and networks with the greatest CCMD mission risk. Serves as a Senior IT Specialist in the areas of Cybersecurity and Cyber Survivability (Cybersecurity and Cyber Operational Resilience) and its linkages to the Cybersecurity Risk Management Construct (CRMC). Develops and coordinates recommendations, plans, policy, and doctrine to support the CJCS and CCMD requirements for a fully integrated portfolio of enterprise cybersecurity and cyber operational resilience capabilities. Coordinates and prepares documentation for the analysis of cybersecurity and cyber operational resilience capability requirements to support development and/or maintenance of the DoD Cybersecurity Portfolio, Capabilities Based Assessment (CBA), CCMD Integrated Priority List (IPL), Strategy implementation, and other cybersecurity and cyber operational resilience issues in support of CJCS and Secretary of War. Requirements Help Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Work Schedule: Fulltime Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Not Required Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONALLY telework eligible Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or overtime. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. The incumbent must achieve IAM Level III certification within six months or less of entrance on duty. IA Duty Hours listed are 15-25 hours. This is an EXCEPTED SERVICE position Qualifications You may qualify at the GG-15, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GG-14 grade level in the Federal service: Recognizing IT theories, principles, concepts, standards, and practices sufficient to ensuring cyber survivability (cybersecurity and cyber operational resilience) through planning, analyzing, developing, implementing, maintaining, and enhancing cyber survivability (cybersecurity and cyber operational resilience) programs, policies, and procedures; Applying the cyber risk management framework and process to include methods of assessing and mitigating risk; Conducting complex analysis including threats from cyber actors against identified vulnerabilities, identifying and proposing solutions to management problems which are often characterized by their critical nature, and previous reviews and routine management techniques are unavailable or not directly applicable; Identifying program recommendations, budget proposals, military strategies, and overall national security objectives, policies, and planning. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210 series. Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Re-employed Annuitant: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs (ICTAP eligibility): This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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Created: 2026-03-10