IT CyberSecurity Specialist (Data Security)

Summary The incumbent serves as OAIT's Senior Data Security Analyst responsible for ensuring the security of information systems through implementation and assessment of risk-based cybersecurity controls, in compliance with EOP requirements, Federal regulations, industry best practices, and requirements set forth by organizational entities. Duties As an IT CyberSecurity Specialist (Data Security), GS-2210-12, your typical work assignments may include the following:

• Implement automated technical security controls across diverse information systems, including security incident and event management monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and access management.
• Serve as an expert on the system authorization process, performing assessments and offering peer oversight to assessments performed by others to ensure accurate and comprehensive reviews of technical security controls.
• Identify risks to EOP systems and coordinate with technical stakeholders to implement risk mitigations.
• Provide communication to technical and non-technical stakeholders on findings from assessments and continuous monitoring activities to ensure organizational awareness of system security risks.
• Identify and recommend enhancements to EOP security controls to address emerging vulnerabilities, threats, technological advancements, and emerging trends.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.

ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet one of the following criteria listed below in order to meet the basic requirement for the IT CyberSecurity Specialist position, 2210.

• 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.

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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to the Basic Requirements above, applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.

You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector which demonstrates all of the following: 1) Implementing and maintaining technical system security controls, such as logging and monitoring, vulnerability scanning, configuration management, and access control; 2) Communicating threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders; 3) Performing continuous monitoring of information systems through review of open source vulnerability information, vulnerability scanning, and ongoing system assessments; 4) Performing system security assessments, including experience executing assessments as part of system authorization to operate processes; and 5) Maintaining compliance with internal policies and procedures and applicable laws, regulations, and standards in securing information systems.

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. Education This position does not have an education requirement. How you will be evaluated Once the vacancy has closed, your resume and accompanying documents will be assessed to verify your qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will be evaluated against your responses on the assessment questionnaire to gauge your experience level. Should your self-assessment exceed what is substantiated by your resume, you may be disqualified from consideration. Candidates who rank among the most qualified will be forwarded to the selecting official for potential employment.

It is essential that your resume contains comprehensive details relevant to the responsibilities and specialized experience required for the position. Directly copying from the vacancy announcement without providing additional context to illustrate your experience may lead to an ineligible rating, hindering your chances for further consideration. Your resume should clearly demonstrate your experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities pertinent to the role. As the primary tool for evaluating your qualifications, we urge you to be precise and thorough in detailing your experience.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Information Systems/Network Security, Internal Controls, Technical Competence, and Technical Credibility

Assessment Process:

Structured Resume Review. Subject matter experts (SMEs) will evaluate your resume to assess your technical qualifications for the position, focusing specifically on the required specialized experience. They will only consider the first two pages of your resume, beginning with your work experience, and will not review any additional materials such as cover letters or links included in your resume. Candidates who successfully pass this structured resume review will advance to the next stage of the assessment process.

To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13081682 How to apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. If an application limit has been reached, the vacancy may close prior to the stated closing date.

• To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
• Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account(https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.

Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail or e-mail. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13081682. Other information This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.

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**Notice, more than one selection can be made within 90 days of the issuance of the certificate, if more vacancies occur.

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Males born after December 31,1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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