Summary
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Navigate to the following url to apply to this job: USCP Careers
Duties
This
position is located in the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO), Office
of Information Services (OIS). The position is responsible for ensuring the
confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data of
information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
Provides critical support to 0IS in the delivery, implementation and
integration of government-wide cybersecurity defense strategies. Specifically,
incumbent duties and responsibilities include, but is not limited to, leading,
planning, developing, and coordinating agency-wide information security
programs, processes, procedures, and strategies. Formulates agency-wide IT
initiatives in response to critical-mission cybersecurity issues. Performs
risk analysis of components and systems to incorporate into existing accreditation
boundaries to quantify potential impacts to the security profile. Provides
authoritative guidance to the implementation of the information security
programs that anticipate, assess, and minimize system vulnerabilities. Reviews
and evaluates information security incident response practices, processes and
procedures. Identifies changes needed on new security technologies,
vulnerabilities and threats. Integrates
security programs across disciplines and defines the scope and level of detail
for security plans and policies applicable to security programs. Identifies
significant actual and potential cyber security problems, trends and
weaknesses. Recommends modifications and solutions for reducing IT security
risks. Develops strategies for responding to future IT security challenges.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen.
Successful completion of a Background Investigation is required.
Must complete a one year probationary period.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. To qualify for this position at the CP-12 grade level, you
must have had at least one (1) year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the CP-11/GS-13
grade level. Specialized
experience may be defined as the following: (1) Initiating, directing, and participating
in security audits, security reviews, and risk assessments; and developing contingency
plans; (2) Developing,
implementing, overseeing, and monitoring the certification and accreditation of
organizational systems and infrastructure; IT security strategy, IT security
plans; IT security policies; standards and practices; and security management
programs; (3) Implementing
and initiating security controls, defenses, and countermeasures to detect,
intercept, and prevent internal or external attacks; and (4)
Identifying changes needed resulting from new security technologies,
vulnerabilities, and threats.
In
addition to meeting the above described specialized experience requirements,
your IT experience will be evaluated and be expected to include described
experience in the following competencies: 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 (e.g., ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking
into account the audience and nature of the information (e.g., 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. All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (Information on Qualification & Education are located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
Education
There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Evaluation Factors
Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses, so that your experience can be evaluated properly.
We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials, to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.
Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this Vacancy Announcement.
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yr) of employment.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable.
- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Navigate to the following url to apply to this job: USCP Careers
1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account, select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application.
5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.
The complete application package must be submitted by 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Next steps
After a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
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