This position is in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Information Assurance (IA) Branch. The Branch is responsible for the Agency Risk Management Framework (RMF) Program. The RMF provides a disciplined and structured process that integrates information security and risk management activities into the system development life cycle. The Branch manages the Agency's Cybersecurity, Privacy, and IT Policy Programs.

Duties

As an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) (Information Security Risk/Threat Analyst) GS-2210-13, your typical work assignments may include: Safeguarding data by examining files, processes, and systems for malicious activity. Providing continuous monitoring oversight on risks associated with authorized systems and NLRB usage of FedRAMP certified cloud solutions. Making oral presentations to senior managers and other technical staff to persuade them to accepting findings and implement recommendations to prevent security breaches. Applying encryption to protect sensitive data against physical threats. Conducting risk and/or threat assessment on vendor, software/hardware, IT systems, infrastructure, and data usage.

Requirements

• U. S. Citizenship Required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• This is not a virtual (remote) position.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• This position is not a part of the bargaining unit.
• Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position.
• Submit complete application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Ideal Candidate Statement: The ideal candidate possesses exceptional communication skills to explain technical information based on professional knowledge of the technologies, software, and policies to a variety of audiences. Exceptional written and oral communication skills and meticulous attention to details desired. Basic Qualifications: Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. 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. Minimum Qualifications: To be qualified for this position, in addition to the Basic Requirements, applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal service obtained in either the private or public sector typically gained in the IT field or through performing IT related tasks such as: Experience conducting risk assessments on third-party information technology and communications systems to report vulnerabilities; and Experience developing incident reports, disaster recovery and contingency plans; and Experience reviewing and analyzing directives, polices, regulations, and procedures to implement policy. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please ensure that your resume information is specific, detailed where appropriate, and complete. Please do not cut and paste the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. For more detailed information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website here. NOTE: 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. All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.

Contacts

• Address OFC OF THE CHIEF INFO OFFICER 1015 Half St SE Washington, DC 20570-0029 US
• Name: National Labor Relations Board
• Email: employment.solutions@nlrb.gov