IT Cybersecurity Specialist - Alexandria, United States - US Office of Inspector General

US Office of Inspector General
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Alexandria, United States

4 weeks ago

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Description

Duties:


  • Develops, implements, maintains and reviews the information security program for DoD, OIG information systems (IS) and networks to comply with DoD cybersecurity policies, guidance, and standards.
  • Performs assessments of systems and networks. Measures effectiveness of defenseindepth architecture against known vulnerabilities. Tests, verifies and assures security controls within the IS's and networks.
  • Manages Accreditation Packages. Reviews authorization and assurance documents to assess acceptable risk levels. Verifies security postures are implemented, documents deviations, and recommends actions to correct deviations.
  • Develops policies and implements guidance for OIG cybersecurity. Analyzes Federal and DoD policies and procedures for DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF). Determines applicability and execution into OIG systems and operations.
  • Develops, implements, maintains, and documents the OIG Network Access Control program. Operates and maintains a cyberincident handling program for response to events and incidents within the OIG. Handles Classified Message Incidents (CMI).
  • Evaluates emerging technology and makes recommendation for OIG systems, hardware/software. Ensures costs, documentation, specifications, timeliness, maximum resource utilization and compatibility and interoperability within the OIG IT environment.
  • Prepares or provides input to IT procurement actions, requests for proposals, technical requirements; assesses proposals for technical responsiveness; coordinates with contracting officers and participates in proposal evaluation committees.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • Must be a U.S Citizen or National
  • Must be able to acquire and maintain Information Assurance IAM Level II certification or equivalent certification to meet DoD Cyber Workforce requirements in accordance with DoDD
  • Suitable for federal employment.
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • The incumbent must adhere to the DoD Standards of Conduct.

Qualifications:


Basic Requirements:

_GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent):_ For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

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Attention to Detail
  • Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

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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.

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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.

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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:

Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-12) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.


Specialized experience is defined as:

substantive experience that demonstrates expert knowledge, skills, and abilities in work ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of cybersecurity programs, policies, procedures, and tools; expert knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, FISMA, RMF, IAVMs and other cybersecurity programs and tools; senior specialist or project manager or functioning at similar levels of responsibility.


  • 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.
  • Only experience and/or education obtained by the closing date of this announcement wil
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