This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Information Systems Division, Cyber Support Unit (TCVM), Arlington, VA. This position(s) primary purpose is to support effective implementation of the Risk Management Framework, which ensures that managing information system-related risks is consistent with the risk tolerance.

Duties

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. As a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN) your typical work assignments may include: Performing and/or providing support in implementing and performing cybersecurity audits and formal reviews. Preparing risk assessments for information systems using automated assessment tools. Developing and performing independent and objective assessments, audits, reviews and evaluations of enterprise information systems and information systems security controls. Identifying systemic weaknesses and problems, and oversees validation of enterprise internal controls and systems safeguards. Performing studies to monitor and improve or enhance information security-related projects. Develops or participates in the development of cyber security hardware and software standards, methods, techniques, procedures, and objectives.

Requirements

• U. S. Citizenship Required
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test
• 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.
• You may be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
• Current Federal employees cannot transfer unused Time Off Awards to DEA.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the basic requirement AND specialized experience requirements as noted below. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. The Information Technology Series, 2210, has an Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR), which must be met in addition to the specialized experience. For all IT 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. AND: Specialized Experience: You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, which demonstrates experience performing: 1) Developing independent and objective assessments, audits, reviews and evaluations of enterprise information systems and information systems security controls; 2) Evaluating and advising SAFe Agile Testing & Evaluation system and/or service scope, security control applicability and implementation; 3) Developing mid and long-range strategic information security plans and ensures information security plans are prepared for all sensitive and classified systems; 4) Preparing written and oral responses to management concerning how security issues apply to present and/or potential hardware and software. You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, which demonstrates experience performing: 1) Advising managers and supervisors on information security issues and policy; 2) Reviewing and updating Rules of Behavior and Acceptable Use Policies; 3) Developing independent and objective assessments, audits, reviews and evaluations of enterprise information systems and information systems security controls; 4) Evaluating and advising SAFe Agile Testing & Evaluation system and/or service scope, security control applicability and implementation; 5) Developing mid and long-range strategic information security plans and ensures information security plans are prepared for all sensitive and classified systems; 6) Preparing written and oral responses to management concerning how security issues apply to present and/or potential hardware and software. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience. Specialized 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. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. Note: Recruitment and/or Relocation Incentives will only be considered and approved under conditions specified provided the agency has determined that the position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive and funding for such an incentive is available.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Beth Bell
• Phone: 000-000 0000
• Email: [email protected]