The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Information Security Subdivision is recruiting for an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) for the coordination, implementation, and/or enforcement of assigned information systems cybersecurity policies and portfolios.

Duties

DHS Cybersecurity Service (DHS-CS) uses a multi-phase assessment process to qualify applicants seeking employment through the DHS-CS. Given the ever-advancing nature of cybersecurity and the ongoing need for cybersecurity talent, DHS-CS uses "Talent Pools" to pull qualified applicants (i.e., individuals who have successfully completed the multi-phase assessment process for their capability and career track/level) for consideration for these jobs. By applying to this job announcement, you are not just applying for a specific job but are opting to be part of the DHS-CS Talent pool for ongoing consideration for employment in this Technical Capability and will remain eligible for consideration for up to one year from the date of completion. As an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Information Security Subdivision. You will support a range of cybersecurity work related to establishing and maintaining a comprehensive Agency-wide information security and risk management programs. As a DHS Cybersecurity Service Employee in the Technical Track, you will continually maintain and share your expert/resident-level expertise in either Cybersecurity Engineering, Cybersecurity Architecture, and Cybersecurity Risk Management and Compliance to perform a range of critical, routine, and non-routine tasks, including:

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or national.
• You must be 18 years of age.
• Must be registered for the Selective Service (if you are a male).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must be able to submit to a drug test and receive a negative result.
• Must be able to comply with ethics and standards of conduct requirements, including completing any applicable financial disclosure.
• May be required to serve a 3 year probationary period.
• Remote work may be available for some positions.

Qualifications

This position is in the Technical Track across a range of career levels. Employees in this career track generally: Have between 5-15 years of cybersecurity work experience. Range from experienced cybersecurity professionals who apply technical expertise and independent judgement to perform cybersecurity work - to - recognized Federal cybersecurity technical authorities with uncommon technical expertise who advise on cybersecurity challenges impacting DHS and the Nation. DHS Cybersecurity Service employees with a technical capability in Cybersecurity Engineering will generally apply their expertise to: Conduct software, hardware, and systems engineering to develop new and refine/enhance existing technical capabilities, ensuring full integration with security objectives, principles, and processes. Build practical solutions in full consideration of lifecycle of costs, acquisitions, program and projects, management, and budget. Identify engineering requirements for, and ensure interoperability of, internal and external systems. Demonstrate strategic risk understanding, considering impact of security breaches or vulnerabilities in every aspect of the engineering process. Stay current on emerging technologies, and their applications to current and emerging business processes (e.g., cloud, mobile) to identify and recommend methods for incorporating promising technologies to meet organizational cybersecurity requirements. DHS Cybersecurity Service employees with a technical capability in Cybersecurity Architecture will generally apply their expertise to: Develop system concepts and work on the capabilities phases of the systems development lifecycle. Translate technology and environmental conditions (e.g., laws, regulations, policies and technical standards) into system and security designs and processes. Provide recommendations for investment standards and policies that drive how controls will be applied across the organization. DHS Cybersecurity Service employees with a technical capability Cybersecurity Risk Management and Compliance will generally apply their technical expertise to: Oversee, evaluate, and support the documentation, validation, assessment, and authorization processes necessary to ensure that existing and new information technology systems meet the Department's cybersecurity and risk requirements, and provide decision makers with the knowledge to make well-informed risk decisions. Ensure that strategic considerations drive investment and operational decisions with regard to managing risk to organizational operations (including mission, function, image and reputation), organizational assets, individuals, other organizations (collaborating or partnering with federal agencies and contractors) and the nation. Understand and utilize the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) series of documents. DHS Cybersecurity Service employees start at career levels and salaries matching their experience and expertise. In recruiting for this opportunity, DHS may hire employees at higher or lower career levels and associated salaries. To learn more about DHS Cybersecurity Service career tracks and levels, visit our application portal. This position is focused on Cybersecurity Engineering, Cybersecurity Architecture, or Cybersecurity Risk Management and Compliance DHS Cybersecurity Service jobs are structured cybersecurity specializations - called technical capabilities. To learn more about technical capabilities, visit our application portal. DESIRED CERTIFICATION: Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA)

Education

Degrees are not required for jobs in the DHS Cybersecurity Service, but DHS is interested in your level of education and the topics you studied. As you submit initial application information, you will be asked questions about your education.

Contacts

• Address Cybersecurity Talent Management System 245 Murray Lane SW Washington, DC 20528 US
• Name: DHS Cybersecurity Service Talent Team
• Email: [email protected]