Cybersecurity Operations Planner (IT Specialist)

Quick Facts

• Role: IT Specialist serving as a Defense Cyberspace Operations (DCO) DoWIN Planner
• Focus: Planning and operational support for cyberspace operations capabilities, including vulnerability assessment and evaluation of real-time reporting

Description

You will serve as a DCO, DoW Information Network (DoWIN) Planner supporting highly advanced cyber operations and training functions. You will facilitate operational processes that leverage DCO effects to support Service and Joint warfighting and mission requirements. You will identify vulnerabilities and potential shortfalls in confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and contribute to investigations and course-of-action development for leadership review.

Responsibilities

• Support cyberspace operations planning and processes that apply DCO effects to mission needs.
• Identify and assess vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and potential shortfalls affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of IT assets and associated data.
• Provide technical and functional expertise for investigations and define recommended courses of action (COAs).
• Assess effectiveness of tactical plans using reporting such as Battle Damage Assessments and Mission Reports.
• Integrate cyberspace operations initiatives and support awareness of validated strategic and operational Combatant Command requirements.

Requirements

• US Citizenship
• Suitability for federal employment determination
• Pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) and ability to pass random testing
• Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph with No Deception Indicated (NDI)
• Obtain and maintain required interim and/or final security clearance; MSP/PPP applicants must currently hold the required clearance
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
• Travel capability (CONUS/OCONUS, including extended periods on military and commercial aircraft) and ability to work at remote/isolated sites
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport
• Maintain DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies (ADVANCED proficiency)
• IT-related experience demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving

Benefits

Access to a comprehensive U.S. government benefits package for eligible employees and their families. Specific benefits depend on the position type.