The Office of Inspector General (OIG), works within the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to promote efficiency and effectiveness, and prevent or stop waste, fraud and abuse in departmental programs. We do this through audits and investigations. OIG also consults with the Congress about programs in progress and proposed new laws and regulations. The Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, gives the Office of Inspector General autonomy to do its work without interference. 

Duties

The incumbent of this position works as an Information Technology Specialist and member of an audit team responsible for performing an objective and systematic examination of records, management reports, management controls, policies and practices affecting or reflecting the operating results of information technology programs. The incumbent works with senior level Auditors/Analysts/IT Specialists in providing an independent assessment of the performance of assigned IT programs and conducting activities related to the detection and prevention of fraud, waste, and abuse. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with: * Preparing a comprehensive work plan, including the methodology for examining and testing IT programs and systems; * Researching pertinent laws, legislative history, regulations, contracts, and internal controls to ascertain the purpose, scope, and objectives of the assigned IT program or system; * Reviewing operating systems and/or network configurations; * Evaluating software applications and/or systems components, such as web applications and database systems; * Performing vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on computer and/or network systems; * Analyzing potential vulnerabilities to identify security weaknesses for remediation; * Conducting site visits at field locations to gather evidence, based on the approved work plan; * Conducting interviews with program officials at Headquarters and/or in the field; * Preparing work papers that provide support for key findings and potential recommendations, based on technical evaluation; * Conducting entrance and exit conferences with the audited agency and conducting follow-up inquiries to evaluate the adequacy of corrective actions taken on prior audit findings, and; * Supporting the team in issuing final written products that adhere to high quality standards and reflect internal OIG management review and comments received from the audited operating administration.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 P.M. EST on the closing date.
• This position is subject to a background investigation.
• You may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
• Drug testing required. Pre-employment drug testing required.

Qualifications

To be eligible, applicants must meet the requirements below. Experience Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): 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. AND Specialized Experience GS-12:  To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the federal service including: knowledge of wide range of ITconcepts, theory, computer techniques, practices, methods and procedures; knowledge applying cyber-security and information security principles and conceptssufficient to plan, coordinate, and assess IT security operations and initiatives to ensure protection of data, networks, systems and applications; providing technicaladvice and guidance regarding IT security issues; conducting audits and/or assessments of IT programs; conducting interviews and briefings withsupervisors/managers; conducting analysis and studies requiring the application of analytical and/or statistical methods and techniques; and preparing and/orreviewing written products such as reports. DEFINITION OF COMPETENCIES: Information Systems/Network Security: Knowledge of methods, tools, and procedures, including development of information security plans, to prevent information systems vulnerabilities, and provide or restore security of information systems and network services. Information Management: Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information, organizes and maintains information or information management systems.  Auditing: Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures for conducting financial and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results audits. Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. 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. Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience. NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE COPY OF THEIR TRANSCRIPTS. DEGREE AUDITS ARE NOT AN ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR OFFICIAL/UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS.  IF SELECTED, AN OFFICIAL/SEALED TRANSCRIPT MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO AN APPOINTMENT DATE BEING ESTABLISHED.

Contacts

• Address DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL 1200 New Jersey Ave SE West Building, Room W71-123 Washington, District of Columbia 20590 United States
• Name: Davitta Kauffman
• Phone: 202-366-1490
• Email: [email protected]