Information Technology Specialist (ISSO)

Develops plans, techniques, and metrics to improve the effectiveness of cybersecurity and privacy practices. Make decisions that are data driven and recommend metrics that measure cybersecurity and privacy protection performance.

Works in collaboration with the CISO in developing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy for the agency, including leveraging DNFSB's cybersecurity and privacy program as a mission enabler.

Evaluates the impact of new cybersecurity guidance on current programs and recommends changes to existing policies and processes to ensure compliance and responsiveness.

Advises System Owners of risks to their systems and assisting System Owners in completing and maintaining the appropriate A&A documentation as per DNFSB security policies. Assists System Owners in ensuring customer controls are fully implemented.

Provides leadership and managerial direction to subordinate staff responsible for routine cybersecurity operations. Reviews deliverables for consistency and accuracy. Makes recommendations for improvements to improve information security.

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Direct Deposit of pay is required.
• Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.

Qualifications

Applicants must carefully review the information in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for important information and instructions pertaining to the multi-hurdle assessment process for this position.

Basic Qualifications for Information Technology (IT) Specialist (ISSO) position(s):
You must possess IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. (You must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of these four competencies on your resume, if you do not, you will be rated ineligible for further consideration.)

• 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.

In addition to the four competencies above, you must meet the following:

Specialized Experience Requirement:
At the GS-14 level, you must meet the following qualification: Must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties the position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Managed information technology (IT) security projects that require extensive knowledge of IT hardware/software technology; Prepared IT systems documentation to support system certification/accreditation in accordance with FISMA, FedRAMP, and/or other Federal guidelines or regulations; Provided technical guidance and interpretation of IT cybersecurity policies, processes and procedures and privacy guidance for the management and protection of agency information and assets, including the protection of personally identifiable information (PII), controlled unclassified information (CUI), and other sensitive information that is received, transmitted, and stored in information systems; Led the development of system security plans, privacy threshold assessments, plans of actions & milestones (POA&M) and other documentation to support system authorization activities; Developed scenarios in support of disaster recovery, contingency planning, breach response and other annual exercises; and Monitored and evaluated system compliance with IT security requirements; and Assisted in IT-related audits, such as the annual FISMA audit.

Selective Placement Factor:
This position requires a current and valid certification in order to be found qualified. Please provide a current and valid copy of one (1) of the five (5) certifications below in your application package. Failure to provide a current and valid copy of the certification will result in loss of consideration.

• ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); or
• ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); or
• ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); or
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC); or
• GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)

Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), and any applicable assessment required for this position. Cheating on the online assessment may result in your removal from consideration. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

You will be evaluated for this job based on:

• The experience listed in your resume and how well you meet the experience listed in the qualification section of announcement and the competencies listed.
• Technical Assessment Questionnaire - Questionnaire that measures applicants' technical expertise
  • Questionnaire designed to measure components of knowledge that the applicant will be required to display on the job and are administered as part of the application process.

Applicants who "self-certify" that they meet the minimum qualification standards, and other eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement may be referred to the selecting official who may conduct their own assessment for further consideration and interviews.

The selectee's eligibility will be verified prior to extending a tentative job offer. After making a tentative job offer, all pre-employment and suitability requirements will be conducted prior to a final job offer. Selections made under this notice will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would, therefore, be given new appointments to the civil service.

Veteran's Preference:
Veterans' Preference does not apply to Direct-Hire recruitment procedures. Applicants eligible for veteran preference are encouraged to include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g. DD Form 214, SF-15 or other substantiating documents) to their submissions. For more information on veterans' preference (see https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-employment-initiative/vet-guide/).

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment mm/yy and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted, only the most current resume will be reviewed for qualifications.

Please limit your resume to no more than 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

2. Other supporting documents:

• Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible
• Cover Letter, optional

It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted prior to the closing date of the announcement.

Career Transition Assistance Programs: CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit here.

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