Joining the Secret Service, Office of the Chief Information Officer, IT Software Solutions Program will allow you to secure, develop, implement, and sustain information technology to support the U.S. Secret Service enterprise and its Protective and Investigative missions. This IT Cybersecurity Specialist (DEV/DTA) position starts at a salary of $117,962.00 (GS-13, step 1), with potential to $153,354.00, GS-13, step 10.

Duties

The selectee will serve as IT Cybersecurity Specialist (DEV/DTA) in the Office of the Chief Information Officer, Software Solutions Program. Typical work assignments include: Writing/coding new computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs following software assurance best practices. Developing and administering databases and/or data management systems that allow for the storage, query, protection and utilization of data. Analyzing information to determine, recommend, and plan the development of a new application or modification of an existing application.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Basic Requirements AND Specialized Experience requirements as noted below Basic Requirement: Possess information technology related experience demonstrating each of the four required competencies: A. Attention to Detail: Modifying and/or maintaining existing software to improve performance; B.Customer Service: Developing software according to secure software development methodologies, tools, and/or practices to meet customer needs; C. Oral Communication: Presenting technical information to technical and nontechnical audiences; and D. Problem Solving: Analyzing data sources to provide actionable recommendations. AND Specialized Experience You qualify for the GS-13 level (starting salary $117,962.00) if you possess one of the following: GS-13: Applicant must demonstrate one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Applying cybersecurity functions (e.g. encryption, access control, vulnerability remediation and identity management) to reduce exploitation opportunities; Conducting trial runs or tests of programs and software applications (using Microsoft SharePoint, ESRI ArcGIS, or other development platforms) to ensure the desired information is produced and security levels are correct; and Implementing data management standards in support of databases and data management systems. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet eligibility criteria for CTAP or ICTAP; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. For information on eligibility criteria and required documentation, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address United States Secret Service Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20223 US
• Name: Philadelphia Services Branch
• Email: [email protected]