These positions serve as an Information Security Specialist and is responsible for a wide range of assignments and projects relative to information systems and security matters. These positions ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.

Duties

Responsible for the implementation of a wide range of complex assignments and projects relative to information systems and security matters, from user awareness, IT asset management, and network security for an organization in a scientific and clinical research environment. Troubleshoot, use and/or implement systems and software to improve security effectiveness. Help integrate security programs across disciplines and define the scope and level of detail for security plans and policies, and implement creative modifications to meet security requirements from Federal regulations, NIH policies and local processes. Review proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks. Conduct periodic systems evaluations, audits and reviews. Instill preventive security control mechanisms to enhance security posture.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.

Qualifications

To qualify for an IT Specialist (INFOSEC), you must have IT-related experience as described below. The experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. IT-related experience must demonstrate 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 you 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. To qualify at the GS-12 level: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data; develop, implement and evaluate security programs of an organization; identify the need for changes based on new security technologies or threats; provide advice and instruction to employees and supervisors on security issues; and participate in creating and maintaining system-security plans, contingency plans, risk assessments, and certification statements. To qualify at the GS-13 level: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, typically gained in the IT field or performing the following types of IT related tasks: securing and remediating systems and/or network issues, patch management across multiple platforms and environments for an organization in a scientific and clinical research environment; developing secure systems baselines and implementation; developing, implementing and/or evaluating the IT security programs of an organization; reviewing and evaluating security incident response procedures; identifying where there is a need for changes based on new and existing security technologies or threats and vulnerabilities; providing advice and instructions to staff on IT security issues; and working with other IT specialists to evaluate and secure Web applications. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12188434

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Dr Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Nathaniel Balsley
• Email: [email protected]