This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Science & Technology Directorate (S&T), Chief Information Office (CIO), Office of Enterprise Services (OES). The primary purpose of this position is performing work that ensures the ongoing availability, confidentiality, and integrity of systems, networks, and data through the maintenance and enhancement of information systems security programs. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Duties

As a IT Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-14, your typical work assignments may include: Serving as an expert for conducting strategic planning for future systems, data networking services and IT environments to accommodate the growing needs of S&T. Managing IT project activities and resources to achieve project objectives and milestones to ensure the mission of S&T. Providing oversight to ensure program/project work is adhere to the larger strategic view developed by senior management at DHS and serves as the point of contact for elevating unexpected issues that may arise to senior leadership. Being responsible for program/project resources, allocation plans, workforce development plans, budget forecasts, initiatives, and policies. Work encompasses the decision-making and negotiation responsibilities involved in executing the program efforts. This entails the ability to provide a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks within the IT systems, ensuring IT systems are resilient against emerging threats. 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.
• This position is non-bargaining.
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties such as: 1) Managing programs/projects related to IT networking and/or information assurance, as well as other relevant area of responsibility. 2) Leading cybersecurity engineering initiatives which include developing IT infrastructure solutions that aligns with zero trust principles and securing cloud environments with best practices and governance regulatory requirements. 3) Monitoring and evaluating the zero-trust integration's performance, making necessary adjustments to adapt to evolving security threats and business 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]