This position is located in the Chief Information Office, Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), Department of Homeland Security (DHS) The primary purpose of this position is working with the Chief Information Officer for S&T on matters involving formulation, development, execution and management of S&T's Information Security program. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Duties

As a Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-15, your typical work assignments may include: Promoting awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations' visions and goals. Conducting systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews. Developing systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures. Ensuring compliance with Office of Management and Budget, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and OHS mandates and directives. responsible for the overall Federal Information Security Management Act scorecard for S&T systems developing and implementing programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures All DHS-HQ announcements have a 5 business day open period due to the number of applications received. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
• You will be required to complete an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, within 30 days of starting your federal employment and annually thereafter as long as you occupy a position that requires financial disclosure reporting.
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• This position is eligible for telework based on agency policy.
• This position requires security clearance at the TOP SECRET level with special access to secret compartmentalized information (SCI).

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties such as: 1) Leading and performing work that involves ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools. 2) Developing policies and procedures to ensure information systems reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data. 3) Leading and conducting risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. 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.

Education

Not Applicable.

Contacts

• Address Department of Homeland Security Headquarters OCHCO/HRMS/MS #0170 6595 Springfield Center Drive Springfield, VA 20598-0170 US
• Name: Jared Tittle
• Phone: (912) 267-3551
• Email: [email protected]