You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not receive full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined. This position is in the USAID Annex, 500 D Street, SW, Washington, DC, in the Bureau for Management, Office of the Chief Information Officer, (M/CIO), at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

Duties

Analyzing programs and policies in Cybersecurity, Engineering, and Operations. Developing new procedures, processes, and guidance dealing with the applicability of cybersecurity models and impact on the of current and emerging technologies. Performing security engineering focused analysis of alternatives on a wide variety of IT, systems, platforms, technologies, and governance frameworks to prepare reports, policies, and standards. Analyzing, and maintaining policies and processes to ensure appropriate cybersecurity’s best practices are implemented within systems at the agency; Ensuring implementation of federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures at the agency. Developing, implementing, and coordinating activities designed to ensure, protect, and restore IT systems, services, and capabilities; m. Monitoring agency IT systems to ensure their security, integrity, availability, reliability, and scalability. Planning, scheduling, and conducting evaluations of operations, procedures, and organizational structures, identifying problems, and recommending ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations in program or support settings. Provides advice and guidance, including interpretation, opinions, or decisions, regarding InfoSec and engineering programs or policies. Assisting in the development, implementation, and monitoring secure enterprise IT services, systems, and programs.

Requirements

• United States Citizenship is required.
• Relevant experience (see Qualifications below).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• You may be required to serve a one year probationary period.
• These are Testing Designated Positions (TDP's) under the Agency's approved Drug-Free Work Place Program. All applicants selected for this position will be subject to random drug testing once they begin working for the Agency.

Qualifications

Direct Hire Authority: This position is being filled using 5 U.S.C 3309-3318 or 5 CFR part 211 and part 337, subpart A, which is the OPM approved government-wide direct hire authority. To qualify for the position of IT Specialist (INFOSEC), (GS-2210-11/12), you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below AND possess the required specialized experience specific to the series and grade you are applying to. BASIC REQUIREMENT: For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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. Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the federal service; experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized Experience: GS-09: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Assisting on the basics of network security (e.g., encryption, firewalls, authentication, honey pots, perimeter protection); (a) Implementing feedback to improve cybersecurity operational processes, products, and services; AND (b) Experience with development of cybersecurity policies and standards. OR A Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree; your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. For this position, this is defined as a degree in computer science, information technology management, computer programming, database management, computer hardware engineering, network administration, cloud computing, information security & assurance, or a similarly related major. OR A combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the first two years of full-time study may be credited). Specialized Experience: GS-11; You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Advising on the basics of network security (e.g., encryption, firewalls, authentication, honey pots, perimeter protection); (a) Implementing feedback to improve cybersecurity operational processes, products, and services; AND (b) Utilizing multiple intelligence sources across all intelligence disciplines. OR: Three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree, or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree; your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. OR: Combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the first two years of full-time study may be credited). You MUST meet all qualification requirements by the date your resume/application package is reviewed. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume. CTAP/ICTAP candidates will be referred to the selecting official if they are found well qualified. Well-qualified means an eligible employee who possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities that clearly exceed the position's minimum requirements. A well-qualified employee must meet the qualification and eligibility requirements of the position, including any medical qualifications, suitability, and minimum education and experience requirements, meet all selective factors (where applicable); meet quality ranking factors and are assigned a score of 85 or higher; be physically qualified with reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position; meet any special qualifying U.S. OPM-approved conditions; AND be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry without additional training. A well-qualified candidate will not necessarily meet the definition of highly or best qualified when evaluated against other candidates who apply for a particular position. Selecting officials will document the job-related reason(s) for qualification determinations in the absence of selective and quality ranking factors.

Education

If you choose to substitute education for experience, please provide a copy of your transcripts for consideration. Please include a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) that demonstrates that you meet the education requirement listed above prior to the closing date of the announcement. If you do not include this information prior to the closing date of the announcement, your application will be marked as incomplete unless your SF-50 shows that you were/are already in the 2210 job series.

Please be advised that an official transcript will be required if you are selected for the position and you are substituting education for experience.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements at the GS-9 and GS-11:

Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be creditable toward your qualifications. Therefore, you should provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

This position does not have a positive education requirement. Therefore, no transcripts are required,

Contacts

• Address Bureau for Management 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20523 US
• Name: USAID HR Help Desk
• Phone: 202-712-1234 X2
• Email: [email protected]