IT Cybersecurity Specialist - Washington, United States - US Department of Energy - Agency Wide

US Department of Energy - Agency Wide
US Department of Energy - Agency Wide
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Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

Duties:


As a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (CYBERMGT)
you may:

  • Evaluate system security plans and procedures, and assist in managing and directing the operations and functions of the office support contractors, addressing IT out-of-compliance issues, preparing, implementing, monitoring, and updating the project plan
  • Develop Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms) to correct findings of noncompliance
  • Initiate, direct and participate in the full life cycle of cyber security appraisals and network penetration testing of geographically dispersed and operationally diverse agency facilities
  • Develop and recommend new and/or revised inspection, evaluation, and penetration testing methodologies for cyber security appraisals
  • Provide recommendations on implementation strategies and policy recommendations based on industry best practices and governing directives
  • Assist the Division by conducting research, conducting investigations of cyber events to include those that potentially violate regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with senior leadership, departmental and contractor managers and staff in scheduling, planning, coordinating, and implementing the Independent Oversight Cyber Security Appraisal Program.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • This employer participates in the eVerify program.
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Subject to satisfactory security and suitability requirements.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Obtain and maintain a "Q" and/or Top Secret security clearance. Failure to obtain and maintain the required security clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • This position will be filled under the Infrastructure Investment Act.
  • This position is included in a Bargaining Agreement.
  • This position requires the incumbent to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).

Qualifications:


You must meet the "Specialized Experience" AND
"IT Competencies
" to qualify for this series as described below.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS GS-15:You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal Service or equivalent.

Specialized experience for this position includes:

  • Provide technical advice, counsel, and instruction on cyber security issues
    ; AND:
  • Prepare various reports, briefings, summaries, inspection guidance, and progress reports pertaining to cyber security
    ; AND:
  • Develop and recommend new and/or revised inspection, evaluation, and penetration testing methodologies for cyber security.
**AND




IT COMPETENCIES:
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.
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience.

Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include:

volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

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.


OPM Qualification Standards for the GS-2210 series can be found at the following website:Information Technology (IT)**
Education:There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.


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