Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-12 (89172)

Camp Zama, JapanPacific Ocean Division (POD) - Japan District89172
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Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Pacific Ocean Division (POD) - Japan District

Locations (City, State)

Camp Zama, Japan

Position Overview/Duties

Area of Consideration: This is a job opportunity notice for a permanent position, open to current permanent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) employees eligible for non- competitive reassignment at the GS-12 level. Eligible applicants must currently hold, or have previously held, a GS-12 position or higher, with the same responsibilities as described above in Specific Duties section. Change to lower grade/non-competitive reassignment candidates will also be considered for this opportunity.

Summary of Responsibilities: Serves as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO). Their main duties include implementing and managing security policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, documenting security features, and monitoring systems for vulnerabilities. This involves a mix of technical, administrative, and managerial tasks, such as creating security plans, coordinating assessments, and advising senior leadership on the organization's security posture.

Specific Duties:

  1. Serves as technical expert, source of expertise, and focal point within a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) District concerning IT security/information assurance.
  2. Assists information assurance vulnerability alerts, bulletins, and technical tips received from Enterprise Service Desk, USACE CIO/G6, ARCYBER, and USCYBER.
  3. Reviews design and installation requests for compliance with information systems security.
  4. Must be well versed in the eMASS and RMF process. Maintain a District accreditation inventory for the organization’s systems. Ensure that accreditations are understood and completed for all systems and sites.
  5. Possess DOD 8140 industrial credentials of a IAM Level III (CISSP, CISM, or GLSC).
  6. Secret clearance is required.

Other Conditions and Requirements

About Japan District: If you’re a ready for a bold new chapter, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (CEPOJ) offers more than just a job, we offer a life-changing experience in the beautiful country of Japan. Spend 2 to 5 years in one of the most fascinating, safest, and culturally rich countries on Earth. From the neon streets of Tokyo to the historic temples of Kyoto, from powder-covered mountains in Hokkaido to the pristine beaches and world-class fishing of Okinawa, Japan is an explorer’s paradise. And it doesn’t stop there. Japan’s location makes it the perfect launching point for adventures across Asia and the South Pacific, from Bali to Bangkok, Seoul to Sydney. Best of all, Japan District may offer the following provisions of travel for you and your family to the Land of the Rising Sun, ship your household goods (PCS), and help you find a beautiful home or apartment, pay your rent and even covers your utilities (LQA). This results in savings...money you can use to travel the world, pay off debt, or invest in your future. Come build more than just your career....build a lifetime of memories with the Japan Engineer District Team!

Other Essential Information:

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.

• Duty location is Camp Zama, Japan.

• Requires 15% Temporary Duty (TDY).

• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.

• Overseas allowances may be authorized in accordance with Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR) and DoDI 1400.25 volume 1250.

• Relocation incentive may be authorized.

• The initial length of this overseas tour is 36 months.

• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.

• Direct deposit of pay is required.

How to Apply: Interested candidates must upload a resume to this announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.