This announcement is issued under the Direct Hire Authority (DHA) to recruit for positions for which there is a critical hiring need. Selectee(s) will receive a career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service and may be required to serve a one year probationary period. Must be able to obtain a Secret (Tier 3) security clearance and must be able to maintain the required level of clearance while employed in the subject position.

Duties

The ideal candidate must have experience operating in a Windows/Linux environment, utilizing security monitoring tools, risk management NIST framework, Cybersecurity engineering, system security plans and project management. Current Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Certified Information Systems? Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CIRSC) or equivalent preferred. Preference will be given to candidates holding current COR Level 2 or higher, CISSP, CISA, CAP, and CIRSC certifications. Develops and maintains cybersecurity plans, strategy, and policy to support and align with organizational cybersecurity initiatives and regulatory compliance. Create and maintain IT security system related documentation for assigned systems (SSP, CMP, CP, FIPS199, IRP, E-Auth, System Architecture, DRP, etc.) Perform cyber defense incident triage and make recommendations that enable expeditious remediation. Track and document cyber defense incidents from initial detection through final resolution. Assists with the implementation of decisions, guidance, laws, regulations, and policy in the development and support of the IT initiatives, programs, and project.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen or national
• You will be required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
• You are required to register for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/03/59

Qualifications

You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position. You must meet the following United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements for the advertised position. OPM's prescribed Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Information Technology (IT) Management can be found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-managementseries-2210-alternative-a/. Generally, current federal employees or reinstatement eligibles must have served at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. BASIC REQUIREMENT To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 obtained in the federal or private sector performing Information Security System Officer (ISSO) duties to include: (1) monitoring and updating Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) controls; and testing and assessing controls; (2) assisting with the integration of applications, systems, and/or databases to larger networks and IT architecture; (3) conducting significant portions of IT programs and projects and performing Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) duties for IT projects; (4) assisting with the development, formulation, and coordination of short and long range IT strategies; (5) working independently; and (6) maintaining knowledge of applicable regulatory landscape. To qualify at the GS-14 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 obtained in the federal or private sector performing Information Security System Officer (ISSO) duties to include (1) monitoring and updating Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) controls; and testing and assessing controls; (2) providing direction with the integration of applications, systems, and/or databases to larger networks and IT architecture; (3) creating and planning significant portions of IT programs and projects and performing Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) duties for IT projects; (4) developing, formulation, and coordination of short and long range IT strategies; (5) working independently; and (6) incorporating ongoing changes to the applicable regulatory landscape within assigned vertical. In addition to meeting specialized experience requirements, you must have IT-related experience demonstrating these competencies: Attention to Detail - Is thorough, precise and consistent when accomplishing a task with concern for all the areas involved. Achieves quality in all tasks performed. Customer Service - Establishes collaborative working arrangements with business partners 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 anticipate and identify their needs to determine the most effective high-quality service or solution. Demonstrates a "can do" attitude in servicing the customer and communicates effectively when they "can't do" and "why." Communication - Communicates in a clear and convincing manner with officials, anagers/supervisors, both verbally and in writing in order to advise and gain acceptance with recommendations that may not always be readily accepted. Independently addresses and resolves issues that may be construed as sensitive or controversial. Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes sound recommendations. Delivers solutions and decisions that have a positive, far-reaching, and comprehensive organizational impact. 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Contacts

• Address Office of the Chief Information Officer 500 E St SW Washington, DC 20436 US
• Name: Steve Parker
• Phone: 202-205-2651
• Email: [email protected]