Dysfunctional

Dysfunctional

Here is a job the US Government seems to think I would be interested in (based upon an application I put in more than 6 months ago when looking for a job)

Job Title: IT Specialist (Information Security)

SALARY RANGE: $81,225.00 - $182,790.00 /year

This is a Direct Hire action. Direct Hire Authority (section 1312 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002) allows agencies to appoint candidates directly to occupations for which the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has determined that there is a severe shortage of candidates or a critical hiring need for certain occupations, grades, and/or geographic locations. Agencies may appoint without regard to Veteran's Preference.

OK, so I am interested in the skills they are looking for, that justify such a salary…

(These are what are listed- and what made me think, something’s wrong here)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: You will be required to complete narratives for the below listed KSAs in the occupational questionnaire for this announcement.

·         Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

·         Knowledge of information systems security operations, techniques, and standards.

·         Knowledge of information systems security operations, techniques, and standards.

·         Ability to communicate in writing.

·         Ability to plan and execute work.

·         Knowledge of computer languages, security utilities, and penetration testing methods.

·         Ability to plan, develop, and implement information technology guidelines an policies.

·         Ability to research and analyze technology problems, issues, and program requirements

OK, so first off, what exactly does “Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing” mean? Body language? Talking?

Second, does living in NYC or Washington DC really warrant paying between $39 to $87 an hour?

 Really...?