Job Summary

This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for the reliability, security, and performance of critical infrastructure supporting DoD ID card issuance systems. This role requires a strong technical background in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), smart card technology, network engineering, and cybersecurity, with a growing understanding of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).

Job Description

You may qualify at the GS-GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Broad and in-depth knowledge of DoD's enterprise credential issuance infrastructure Prior experience in a technical implementation of large scale and complex credential issuance infrastructure components in a cross-agency environment Prior experience as a technical team lead guiding others through technical troubleshooting, transaction tracing through complex network, cyber security remediation and analysis-of-alternative processes Strong understanding of PKI concepts, including certificate authorities, digital certificates, and cryptographic algorithms such as Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms and technologies. Experience with smart card technology, including card management systems, smart card readers, and security protocols. Hands on experience in Hardware Security Module (HSM) and Key Management System. Demonstrated experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and achieving Authorization to Operate (ATO). Solid knowledge of network engineering principles, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and firewalls. Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Elastic stack, Splunk). Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) and familiar with Oracle database. Experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or a similar role. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.