Telecommunications Specialist; Cyber

Summary

This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the U.S. Cyber Command. It is in the Professional Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure and is located in the DISA – OC/INFRASTRUCTURE DIRECTORATE.

• Manages funds, when applicable, and tracks expenditures for the respective equipment, system, or program to ensure adequate resources are available to complete projects or provide service to customers.
• Conducts evaluations of telecommunications systems, projects, or programs to determine future expenditures. Reviews specifications and operational capabilities of the respective equipment and system.
• Provides technical support of acquisitions, including determining technical sufficiency of procurement packages, translating technical requirements into contractual terms, and interpreting correspondence and documentation.
• Performs comprehensive technical analysis of contractor deliverables. Analyzes deliverables for compliance with DISA/DOW policy and procedures. Prepares and presents briefings and reports to senior leadership within DISA and associated components.
• Reviews, analyzes, and approves cost, develops technical specifications, and accepts or rejects work products from contractors. Reviews and evaluates contract technical proposals for adequacy and compliance with Request for Proposals.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Male individuals born after 12‑31‑59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements overall in 12 months.
• This is a drug‑testing designated position.

Individual Occupational Requirements

Education

Undergraduate and graduate education in electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management, or other fields related to the position.

Experience

Specialized experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrates knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology.

Qualifying Experience

Applicants must possess at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience includes any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, qualifying experience is defined as experience with telecommunications project management such as managing funds and developing status reports or managing schedules, test plans, or requirements;

or experience conducting testing and evaluation of respective telecommunications systems and networks.

Volunteer experience, including work through national service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social), will be credited. Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factors within their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of the announcement.

Foreign Education

If using foreign education to meet the qualification requirements, the credentials must be evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at the time of application.

There is no substitution of education for…