The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is recruiting professionals with varying levels of technical expertise to support a range of Secure Network Operations initiatives. These individuals will serve as members of the DHS Cybersecurity Service across the Department. This position is in the DHS Cybersecurity Service.

Duties

There are a variety of opportunities across the Department, including supporting several specialized programs at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), DHS Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). These opportunities are in the DHS Cybersecurity Service in the Developmental Career Track and encompass roles such as Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, Network Engineer, Distributed Systems Engineer, and Network Operations Specialist. As an employee in the Development Track, you will continually and proactively participate in learning activities to enhance and apply your developing expertise in the technical capability of Secure Network Operations to perform a range of routine tasks, including: Applying basic or intermediate-level skills to scan computer networks that DHS or Components rely on to access, share, and store information, diagnosing network connectivity issues or addressing network vulnerabilities. Understanding, developing, and supporting the implementation of best practices, security guidance and documentation to ensure compliance with DHS or Component information systems (IS) and network policies. Correctly installing and maintaining network infrastructure device operating system software (e.g., Windows, Linux, iPhone Operating System [IOS], firmware). Applying tactics to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls through testing and maintaining network infrastructures, including software and hardware devices. Supporting the monitoring of computer networks, desktops, mobiles, and mainframe operating systems and their applications to include network capacity and performance. Supporting system and network administrators in order to manage the operation, administration, and maintenance of networks, telecommunication systems, linked systems, and peripherals. Assessing configurations and optimizations of network hubs, routers, and switches (e.g., higher-level protocols, tunneling) in accordance with Departmental or Component policies and best practices. Supporting the installation and replacement of network hardware. Working with teams to test new system design procedures and quality standards in order to integrate new systems into existing architecture. Actively building a peer network across the organization to create collaborative networks, Seeking opportunities to assist others in addressing new or complex cybersecurity challenges affecting DHS security systems or devices.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or national.
• You must be 18 years of age.
• Must be registered for the Selective Service (if you are a male).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Security clearance levels may vary.
• Must be able to submit to a drug test and receive a negative result.
• Must be able to comply with ethics and standards of conduct requirements, including completing any applicable financial disclosure.
• May be required to serve a 3 year probationary period.
• While many of these positions are considered telework eligible, some individuals must live within 2 hrs driving distance to a DHS SCIF in either Chandler, AZ; Stennis, MS; Idaho Falls, ID; Arlington, VA; Pensacola, FL; Springfield, VA or D.C.
• Remote work may be available for some positions.

Qualifications

This position is in the Developmental Track at the Associate Cybersecurity Specialist level. At this level, individuals generally: Have 3+ years of cybersecurity work experience Are capable of serving as a cybersecurity professional with some experience who applies still-burgeoning technical expertise to perform routine work with significant supervision and clear guidance DHS Cybersecurity Service employees with a technical capability in Secure Network Operations will generally: Understand the installation, configuration, testing, operation, maintenance, and management of networks and their firewalls, including hardware and software, which permit the sharing and transmission of all spectrum transmissions of information to support the security of information and information systems. DHS Cybersecurity Service employees start at career levels and salaries matching their experience and expertise. In recruiting for this opportunity, DHS may hire employees at higher or lower career levels and associated salaries. To learn more about DHS Cybersecurity Service career tracks and levels, visit our application portal. This position is focused on Secure Network Operations. DHS Cybersecurity Service jobs are structured cybersecurity specializations - called technical capabilities. To learn more about technical capabilities, visit our application portal.

Education

Degrees are not required for jobs in the DHS Cybersecurity Service, but DHS is interested in your level of education and the topics you studied. As you submit initial application information, you will be asked questions about your education.

Contacts

• Address Cybersecurity Talent Management System 245 Murray Lane SW Washington, DC 20528 US
• Name: DHS Cybersecurity Service Talent Team
• Email: [email protected]