This position is located in the Management Directorate, Office of Chief Information Officer, Information Security Division. As a Supervisory Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist, you will provide the strategic direction for the Risk Management Branch and ensure adherence to IT Security Policies for all USCIS Systems through continuous monitoring, security training and audit management.

Duties

Provides leadership and oversight to all enterprise risk management activities, including the continuous monitoring of all systems, information assurance, and audit programs. Defines and manages information technology (IT) and/or cybersecurity related programs and/or projects, or other area of responsibility, to include strategic direction for program initiatives and activities, personnel, and infrastructure. Directs administrative activities (such as budget, management analysis, or personnel), and is responsible for program/project resources, acquisition activities, workforce development plans, budget forecasts, and initiatives. Collaborates with key (internal / external) stakeholders to design/integrate a risk management strategy that outlines the vision, mission, and goals that align with the organization's cyber security strategic plan and oversees policy standards. Oversees implementation strategies to ensure procedures and guidelines comply with cyber security policies. Advises senior management (e.g., CIO, CISO) on risk levels and changes affecting the organization's cybersecurity posture, and cost/benefit analysis of information security programs, policies, processes, and systems. Provides oversight and support for the information assurance program , executing and adopting agile principles throughout the agency, maintains regulatory requirements, and reviews changes for security implications and activities.

Requirements

Qualifications

The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 08/15/2023. Time in Grade does not apply to Delegated Examining Announcements, any reference to Time in Grade in the questionnaire will not apply to the rating and ranking of applicants. This announcement is issued under the Direct Hire Authority to recruit for positions for which the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, has a critical hiring need. Basic Requirements: All applicants must meet the following basic requirements. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. 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. GS-15: You qualify at the GS-15 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties: Monitoring operations and systems to ensure compliance with procedures, regulations, laws, and policies. Participating in standardization, modernization, and strategic planning of programs and/or operations. Developing program policies and procedures that align to strategic goals of the agency. Planning, evaluating, and leading projects or teams, such as assigning work, setting priorities, budgeting, and providing feedback on work assignments. Evaluating work performance of subordinates providing advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Understanding, explaining, and presenting persuasive complex technical ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences. Please read the following important information to ensure you submit everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit your responses and appropriate documentation prior to 08/15/2023. Your resume will be used to determine your qualifications for the position advertised in this announcement. Therefore, your resume must highlight your most relevant, significant experience related to the requirements found in the qualification section of this announcement, as well as any applicable education. USCIS will only review the first 5 pages of your resume to determine your initial eligibility/qualifications for a position. As such, please be sure to include content to support your eligibility/qualifications for this position within the first 5 pages. Please note that your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated and ranked based on your responses to the online questions. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide the above information may result in a finding of ineligible. Note: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Federal Experience: If you are using current or prior federal experience as a basis for qualifying for this position, the grade levels and length of employment (mm/dd/year) at each grade level must be listed in your work history. This information will be further validated if selected for this position. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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 criteria 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 service. Please provide the dates and amount of time/hours worked earning this experience.

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: HROC Staffing Help Desk
• Phone: 952-697-8380
• Email: [email protected]