Defense Logistics Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

IT Specialist (APPSW)

New Cumberland, PA +7 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    Yes

    Major Duties

    • The incumbent works in the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Information Operations (J6), Program Executive Office (J62), Platform Technical and Application Support (J62XF), Application and Compliance Technical Support (J62XFB).
    • Assist with FISMA docs and implement cybersecurity best practices to maintain a strong enterprise- level IA posture across all environments (TD, Prod, COOP). Adhere to current information security practices.
    • Conduct vulnerability assessments using various tools (ACAS, WebInspect, STIGs) and lead remediation efforts for OS, DB, and apps. Manage POAMs and create vulnerability reports for Government repository.
    • Apply in-depth knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to assess IA controls, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies. Conduct RMF Authorization Reviews of DLA ERP Applications.
    • Provide technical guidance on data integrity, emerging technologies, and security best practices. Support internal and external audits, including CAP planning and execution. Experience in Agile Methodologies.
    • Coordinate PPSM, CLSA, and Firewall requests, maintain documentation, and support build account creation for emerging technologies. Assist in coordinating, analyzing, planning, and remediating CORA findings.

    Qualification Summary

    To qualify for An IT Specialist (APPSW), your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Performs design, development and maintenance of appropriate portions of training material in a prescribed method that will be used for knowledge transfer and training of other team members. Develops project plans, implementation guidance, and assesses implementation of information assurance vulnerability alerts and CERT taskings. Interprets and clarifies policies, procedures, performance standards and monitoring techniques related to audit readiness, vulnerability management, and information security. Participates in all phases of the systems development life cycle, including design, development, support and maintenance of the assigned system. Executes software administration best practices to ensure system confidentiality, availability and integrity, security. 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.

  • Compensation
    $88,621-$131,826 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Locations
    Battle Creek, MI • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH • Whitehall, OH • New Cumberland, PA • Philadelphia, PA • Hill Afb, UT • Richmond, VA • Fort Belvoir, VA
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.