SUPERVISORY IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Federal Employment Opportunities with the California Military Department

Are you looking for a rewarding career serving both the state and nation? The California Military Department offers unique and exciting federal employment opportunities through two distinct programs: Title 5 USC (Civilian Employee) and Title 32 USC (Dual-Status Technician).

This SUPERVISORY IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) is located in a National Guard JFHQ-State organization under the office of the Chief Information Officer(CIO/G6/J6) and is part of the CA JFHQ J6.

Duties

• THIS IS A T5 EXCEPTED SERVICE, TEMPORARY POSITION NOT EXCEED TO 1 YEAR Selectee may be non-competitively promoted permanently if/when funding becomes available or position becomes unencumbered. Selectee may be non-competitively extended up to 5 years if/when funding becomes available or position becomes unencumbered. The primary purpose of the SUPERVISORY IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC), GS-2210-13, is to serve as the Network Enclave Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) responsible for managing a total infrastructure protection environment; system security certification and accreditation requirements and processes; as well as Federal information systems protocols. Provides supervision in the daily operations for security activities for the enclave. Coordinates the work of team members to ensure that short-term and long-term goals and objectives are met. Reviews and recommends approval of, candidates for promotions and recognition. Reviews and approves: work plans to be accomplished by subordinates; priorities and schedules for completion of work; sets broad objectives; monitors subordinate employees' performance in providing IT services; reviews accomplishments; and takes appropriate action of correction when deficiencies are noted. Gives advice, counsels, or instructs individual employees, on both work and administrative matters. Develops and evaluates performance standards; recommends and approves awards; hears and resolves group employee grievances or serious employee complaints. Serves as the principle advisor to the CIO and the respective staff on the latest industry and technological projections as they pertain to Cyber Security/Information Security for the network enclave infrastructure. Develops policies for organization deployed throughout the headquarters. Must anticipate the effects of new emerging technology and develop policies to control it to prevent security violations. Collaborates with other supervisors and managers within the directorate to negotiate, decide on, or coordinate work-related changes affecting their operations. Advises their supervisor with broader and higher responsibilities on problems involving the relationship of the work of the cybersecurity teams to broader programs, and its impact on IT Services. Serves as a technical advisor to management. Participates as a member and advisor on special committees and special projects designed to study methods to enhance the use of IT throughout the Command. Participates in developing strategic plans for enhancement of the system environment, developing functional and technical requirements for acquisitions, conducting cost-benefit analyses, feasibility studies, and related activities. Develops strategies to incorporate into the organization's inventory such technologies and advancements found to be compatible with user requirements, taking into consideration any affect these technologies and techniques will have on existing architecture and infrastructure. Participates in plans for acquisition and implementation of new equipment, including development of contract documentation. May serve as the contractor's liaison/consultant, providing technical advice and support throughout the acquisition, installation, and maintenance stages. The position resides within the infrastructure and support functions of the state National Guard; the incumbent is not subject to mobilization, nor is the work described part of the military mission; and the incumbent does not perform a key advisory or essential administrative role that is inherently military. In addition, the position must meet one of the following: It does not have a comparable military function; the position is required in full-time (civilian) role when the organization, or similar military position, is mobilized to perform continuing post-mobilization functions; or the position requires a skill or competency that necessitates technical expertise or professional qualifications that cannot be readily found in the military structure of the state military force. May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance.

Education

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How You Will Be Evaluated

Category Rating: Your application will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection procedures. Once the application process is complete, a review of your qualifications will be conducted to determine if you are qualified for this job. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are: 1. Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position. 2. Well Qualified: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for this position. 3. Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. All applicants' qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities): Ability to Lead or Supervise, Information Technology Policy and Planning, Partnering, and Strategic Thinking IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview.

Qualifications

• SUPERVISORY IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC), GS-2210-13: Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-12 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government
• This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector, but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated
• Specialized experience may have been demonstrated by performing duties such as: Providing executive leadership, guidance, and direction relating to information technology
• Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed
• Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel
• Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer
• In describing your experience, please be clear and specific
• It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY
• and total hours worked per week)
• If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position
• Part-time or unpaid experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience
• Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities
• To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment
• Qualifications must be met by the closing date: You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 08/31/2026

Requirements:

• Recruitment/Relocation Recruitment/Relocation Incentive IS NOT authorized
• PCS Relocation Costs IS NOT authorized based on determination that Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is not in the Government best interest
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• May be required to successfully complete a one or two year trial period
• U.S. citizenship is required
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation
• Must maintain proper security clearance
• Incumbent must complete appropriate training and obtain required certifications IAW DoDI 8140, DOD 8570.01M or applicable governing document(s) for Cyber workforce as an IA Manager Level 3
• All certifications are required within 6 month of employment
• Position is designated as OM-ADM-001 within the Defense Cybersecurity Workforce as guided by NIST SP 800-181
• National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education, Cybersecurity Workforce Framework
• Which establishes the Tasks, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities expected of this position. ( This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration
• This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance
• Security Clearance: at a minimum a National Agency Check is required prior to position assignment

This is a federal job announcement. You must apply on USAJOBS before it closes on 2026-08-31 — https://www.usajobs.gov/job/881955400. Contact your Veteran Staffing Consultant below for help with the application, but applying through USAJOBS is what puts you in front of the hiring agency.

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for California Military Department- FedTech T5/T32 is Tracey Huerta.