This position is located in the Office of Information Technology in Washington DC. If selected, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for providing assurance that SEC IT systems are protected against potential IT threats and vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with federal mandates and legislation, including the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA).

Duties

At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. Providing security expertise to business owners, information system owners, security points of contact, and technical personnel to help collectively identify strategies to develop and deploy technology in a secure manner. Educating business owners, information system owners, security points of contact, technical personnel, and other personnel on information security responsibilities. Developing mechanisms and assurance capabilities to better maintain the security of SEC information; evaluating risks associated with deploying, protecting, and using information and technology across a dispersed and diverse environment. Completing assessments of the security control status of SEC information systems to ensure systems that store, process, and transmit sensitive information are protected and adhering to applicable agency and federal guidance and standards; assisting with the agency's response to information security-related weaknesses. Assisting in the development and maintenance of a continuous monitoring program; tracking documented deficiencies, from all sources including but not limited to, the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Government Accountability Office (GAO), and other organizational elements; assisting with the management and submission of the provided by client lists (PBCs) and other audit/assessment related documentation. Completing technical evaluations of remediation efforts tracked in Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms); providing cybersecurity documentation support to include policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, and other communications that require strong writing skills.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position.
• Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
• This position has promotion potential to the SK-13.
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a one-year probationary period.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
• PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• This position is in the collective bargaining unit.
• This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy.
• The announcement will close on the closing date or when the 150th application is received whichever occurs first.

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. BASIC REQUIREMENT: Possess IT related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies: 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-13: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-12 level: 1 ) applying methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures; 2) applying IT security certification and accreditation requirements, and; 3) developing, implementing, and coordinating activities designed to ensure, protect, and restore IT systems, services, and capabilities.

Contacts

• Address Office of Information Technology 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]