This position is in the Office of Information Technology (OIT) in the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) one of the National Institutes of Health at the Department Health and Human Services (DHHS). Fulfilling the role of the NIDCR Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), ensuring the availability, integrity, and confidentiality for all NIDCR systems, networks, and data through the development, implementation, and promulgation of the NIDCR IT security program.

Duties

Serves as the NIDCR Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), and Institute Privacy Coordinator actively participating in development of NIH-wide security and privacy policies and procedures. Lead for the OIT IT Security Team, coordinating and monitoring the efforts of all team members, tasks team members with specific security projects and work, and monitors assigned tasks for correctness, and timely completion. Serves as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative/Project Officer on projects within areas of responsibility Coordinates the activities of contractor employees, writes business cases, Statements of Work, reviews Request for Proposals, serves as a voting member and may Chair Technical Review Panels which evaluate technical proposals. Represent the Institute on NIH-wide advisory committees on the development and improvement of NIH information systems Ensures that the Institutes systems are prepared for disaster recovery, by designing and implementing appropriate contingency plans for Institute systems and participates in the continuity of operations planning process. Advises and assists Institute staff in securely carrying out development, implementation, operations, and maintenance requirements, related to software, IT equipment, networks, and applications. Participates in the network and systems design process to ensure implementation of systems security policies. Identify potential problems that may arise as a result of new security requirements in proposed or current systems and make recommendations to the CIO.

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.
• If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450, annually.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this IT Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210 at the GS-14 level, you must have IT related experience demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience obtained in either the private or public sector, and/or completion of specific, intensive training that demonstrates that you possess all of the following four competencies: 1. Attention to Detail - is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail; 2. 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; 3. 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; 4. Problem Solving - identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations; AND You must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector typically gained in the IT field or through performing IT related tasks. Examples of qualifying experience include: developing, implementing and coordinating activities designed to ensure, protect and restore Information Technology (IT) systems, services and capabilities; monitoring and evaluating systems' compliance with IT security requirements; providing advice and guidance in implementing IT security policies and procedures in the development and operation of network systems and overall IT security; defining the scope and level of detail for IT security plans and policies applicable to an IT security program; and conducting tests and exercises to ensure disaster recovery efforts are effective and secure. 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/12192479

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Dr Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Nichole Tedesco
• Phone: 301-435-4530
• Email: [email protected]