This position serves as the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) which is a senior IT Specialist (INFOSEC) for the Office of Identity Services, the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Enterprise Services, Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT/ES/IS), in the U.S. Department of State (DOS).

Duties

Manages and oversees development of security plans, risk assessments and contingency plans for the Office that includes the development of vital security guidelines and procedures. Conducts systems security audits, reviews, and evaluations, and develops systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures for the Bureau and Department. Conducts extensive research, complex analyses and risk assessments of security functions that require effective resolutions to ensure security of the Department's critical worldwide network architecture and infrastructure. Establishes defined and measurable metrics for all Identity Services projects and programs to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, and progress. Develops short- and long-range plans to maintain an effective security program to include PKI, ICAM, and anti-virus programs.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• 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/

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.  Applicants applying for the GS-14 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND specialized experience listed below: Attention to Detail - experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been responsible for reviewing the work of others to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards Customer Service – developing and maintaining relationships with customers, anticipating and assessing the current and future information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products or services that are tailored to meet customer needs Oral Communication - briefing senior-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of complex technical information to a non-technical audience Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address unique, highly complex, or sensitive information technology-related issues. I have anticipated information technology-related problems and have identified and evaluated potential sources of information to generate alternative solutions AND Have at least 1 full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience developing IT security plans, risk assessments and contingency plans for an Office. Experience developing IT project plans and schedules, estimating resource requirements, and defining milestones and deliverables. Experience creating cyber and information security policies for an office. NOTE: In order to qualify for this position, your 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. There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-14 position.

Education

Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.

Contacts

• Address U.S. Department of State 600 19th Street NW SA-17, 5th Floor Washington, District of Columbia 20522-1705 United States
• Name: Patricia A. Briggs
• Phone: 771-204-0754
• Email: [email protected]