This position is located in the Executive Office of the President, Promotion to the next highest grade level is neither guaranteed nor implied. This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. Category Rating, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this Public Notice. **This is a telework eligible position. Remote work is not negotiable.**

Duties

As a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-13/14, your typical work assignments may include the following: Plan, coordinate, and control Information System Security and Privacy plans, programs, and initiatives for OMB. Provides technical oversight to ensure effectiveness of OMB information and cybersecurity programs and directs alignment of all OMB information and cybersecurity activities with critical agency goals and objectives. In coordination with the ISSO, implements and manages the overall OMB IT Security Program including oversight and security of OMB''s IT resources. System administrator for cloud-based tools, drafts system security plans and performs security assessments. Configures and secures cloud services, including enterprise key management systems (EKMS), configuration management, system for cross-domain identity management (SCIM), role based access control (RBAC), authentication and single sign on (SSO), connecting to security information and event management (SIEM) systems. Ensures that OMB IT security programs comply with all federal laws, regulations, Presidential directives and best practices. Implements new security protocols, integrates new or revised security programs that cross disciplinary lines, and develops new security plans and policies to meet changing requirements. Coordinates and implements new security programs across platforms and establishes vulnerability reporting criteria. Applies a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to assess and improve program efficiency and effectiveness for complex IT systems, processes, and operations.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national
• Selective Service registration is required if you are a male born after December 31, 1959.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Executive Office of the President will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
• May be required to successfully complete a one year probationary period.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. 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 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates; (1) Aid higher grades with providing oversight of information security programs and plans to support organizational IT Security goals and reduce organizational risk; (2) Assist higher grades in implementing cybersecurity and privacy policies based on new security technologies or threats and instituting measures to ensure awareness and compliance. You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates; (1) With little to no guidance, providing oversight of information security programs and plans to support organizational IT Security goals and reduce organizational risk; (2) implementing cybersecurity and privacy policies based on new security technologies or threats and instituting measures to ensure awareness and compliance with minimal oversight; and (3) evaluating IT security programs to improve policies and plans for IT security systems, minimize IT systems vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with requirements In addition to the specialized experience individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: 1. Attention to Detail - Meticulous; thoroughly reviews and proofreads various IT related data/information; dedicates focus to accomplish tasks that are complete, precise, and accurate to a given IT situation. 2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive IT services or IT 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 IT needs, provide expert technical information or assistance, resolve fairly complex or non-routine problems, or satisfy expectations; knowledge of available products and services; committed to providing quality IT products and services. 3. Communication - Expresses technical 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 presentations; listens to others, recognizes potential miscommunication, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies IT related problems using a variety of materials or sources; gathers and applies technical information to determine accuracy and relevance to moderately complex problems; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives; makes decisions or recommendations that influence IT policies or programs and applies new developments to previously unresolved problems. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (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.

Education

There is no education substitution for this position.

Contacts

• Address Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 US
• Name: Client Services EOP - OA
• Email: [email protected]