Information Technology Specialist - Washington, United States - Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Washington, DC

Description

Salary:
$103, $157,829.00 AnnuallyLocation :Washington, DC

Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:24-IT-OCIO-0001Department:Office of the Chief Information Officer
Opening Date:11/03/2023

Closing Date:
ContinuousJob DetailsSERVICING PERSONNEL OFFICE/


UNIT:
Office of Human Resources


POSITION SERIES:
DS-2210


POSITION GRADE:
DS-13/14IF 'OPEN UNTIL FILLED,'


FIRST SCREENING DATE:
November 20, 2023


TOUR OF DUTY:
To Be Determined


AREA OF CONSIDERATION:
Unlimited


PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
DS-14NO


OF VACANCIES:
One (1) or more


AGENCY:
Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Office of the Chief Information Officer


DURATION OF APPOINTMENT:
Permanent


COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

UNIT:
This position is in a collective bargaining unit

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

This position is located in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO).

The incumbent serves as an Information Technology Specialist analyzing and defining IT systems security requirements, implementing solutions, planning and tracking projects, and coordinating inter-agency efforts in the areas of network, security, and inter-operability.

Duties include but are not limited to:

applying business process engineering concepts and methods sufficient to lead/conduct studies; designing and implementing solutions to maintain and enhance the security of OCFO information systems and networks including firewalls, Intrusion detection/prevention systems, port and VLAN level filtering, network monitoring, compliance tools, audit logging, password management, anti-spam and virus systems, patch management systems and other related network and system security systems and processes (on-premise and cloud); developing policies and procedures to ensure reliability, accessibility and to prevent unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data; conducting risks and vulnerability assessments; and conducting systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsFive (5) years of progressive experience performing the related duties and responsibilities such as conducting end to end cyber security monitoring to identify and mitigate risk; identifying network improvements and making recommendations to enhance system security (on-premise and cloud).

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA Security+, CEH certification is preferred.

Specialized ExperienceExperience that provides the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for this position.

Additional InformationCOVID-19


VACCINATION:
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, OCFO employees are strongly encouraged to be immunized against COVID-19.


COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

UNIT:
Employment with the OCFO is at will. However, the discipline and/or discharge of bargaining unit employees is governed by the collective bargaining agreement.


EEO STATEMENT:
The OCFO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

HOW TO APPLY:
All Applicants, including departmental employees and other DC Government Employees, must submit an OCFO employment application at . (Resume may be attached). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employees affected by restructuring must submit their application with the application transmittal form.

All applications, transcripts, and supporting documents must be received by close of business (5:00 PM) on the closing date of the announcement or they will not be considered.

NOTE:

It is imperative that all information on the employment application, resume and supporting documents be both accurate and truthful and is subject to verification.

Misrepresentations of any kind may be grounds for disqualification for this position or termination.


JOB OFFERS:
Official job offers are made only by the OCFO's Office of Human Resources

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Sedentary


REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contact you to schedule your interview.

Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.


RESIDENCY PREFERENCE:

An external applicant for a position in the OCFO who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia at the time of application, may claim a hiring preference over a non-resident applicant by completing the 'Residency Preference for Employment' form, , and uploading and attaching it to their employment application.

To be granted preference, an applicant must:
(1) be qualified for the position; and (2) submit a claim form at the time of application. Except for employees entitled by law to preference, preference will not be granted unless the claim is made at the time of application. This preference is only granted upon initial appointment.


NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:
In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code section et seq.

, (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived:

race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, source of income, or place of residence or business.

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above, protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND PENALTIES FOR FALSE STATEMENTS:

Employment with the OCFO is subject to the completion and satisfactory result of a background investigation conducted by the OCFO.

For most positions, the investigation is conducted after commencement of duty, at which time you will be provided background and release of information forms to complete.

For more information, see the Employment Opportunities section at the OCFO website (). Certain highly sensitive positions however warrant completion of the OCFO background investigation prior to commencement of duty. You will be informed if this is required.
Applicant understands that a false statement on any part of your application, including materials submitted with the application, may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work (D.C.

Official Code, section et seq The applicant understands that making a false statement on the application or on materials submitted with the application is punishable by criminal penalties pursuant to D.C.

Official Code, section et seq SALARY REDUCTION OF REEMPLOYED ANNUITANTS:
An individual selected for employment in the District Government on or after January 1, 1980, who is receiving an annuity under any District government civilian retirement system, shall have his or her pay reduced by the amount of annuity allocable to the period of employment as a reemployed annuitant

VETERANS PREFERENCE:
Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof with the application

WORKING CONDITION:

Office EnvironmentThe OCFO offers a competitive salary and benefits package may include the following options:Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance CoveragesFlexible Spending AccountsAflac Supplemental InsuranceRetirement Plans (401K, 403(b) & 457(b))Group & Optional Life InsuranceShort & Long Term Disability InsuranceLeave Accrual OptionsFamily Leave Program11 Paid Holidays per yearEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Commuter BenefitsEducational AssistanceCollege Savings PlanAlternate Work Schedules (AWS)TeleworkFor additional details regarding benefits offered by the OCFO, please visit the OCFO's benefits webpage.01Describe your experience supporting a Hybrid IT Infrastructure Program Mission (on-premise and cloud).

Please detail how you resolved security issues, performed configurations, enhancements, and corrections to the systems in order to meet requirements from the business.02Describe your experience supporting and implementing solutions to achieve better cybersecurity posture (including policy, products, and other ideas).03Provide examples of how you work strategically, your ability to identify and resolve problems through integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation.

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