Conducts software and systems engineering and software systems research to develop new capabilities, ensuring cybersecurity is fully integrated. Conducts comprehensive technology research to evaluate potential vulnerabilities in cyberspace systems.
Experience/Skills Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
- 5 years’ related to the work/responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.
- If required, the Government may request additional specialized experience relevant to the environments or system being tested.
- At least 2 years of the relevant experience must be recent, i.e. performed within the last 3 years.
- One or more of the following certifications are required:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Allowable Substitutions:
• A Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of relevant experience. A doctoral or Ph.D. degree in an appropriate discipline will be considered equivalent to four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Eight (8) years of relevant experience over and above the minimum experience requirements for the position will be considered equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree.
• Six (6) years of relevant experience over and above the minimum experience requirements for the position will be considered equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree, when combined with a certification listed or equivalent certification not already required.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience over and above the minimum experience requirements for the position will be considered equivalent to an Associate’s degree.
• An accredited bachelor’s or Master’s degree not listed or not considered equivalent will be counted as one (1) year of relevant experience; an accredited Ph.D. degree not listed or not considered equivalent will be counted as (2) two years of relevant experience.
• Five (5) additional years of project management experience will be considered equivalent to a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Any other substitutions for Certification requirements must be submitted for approval by the Government.
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