Summary
This position is located at Bureau of the Fiscal Service, Infrastructure Management Division. As an Lead IT Specialist (INFOSEC), you will analyze develop, test for quality assurance, configure implement, integrate and manage networked systems used for the transmission of information in voice, data, and video formats as specifically related to Perimeter Security.
This job is open to
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Clarification from the agency
(1) Current Bureau of the Fiscal Service internal employees who are qualifying as Status eligibles, or currently serving on a V.R.A. appointment, or a Sched. A appointment, OR
(2) CTAP eligibles
Duties
To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the application process.
You must complete this announcement first. At the end of this questionnaire, there is an exclusive link to the Phase 2 announcement. You must click on that link to complete and submit the required Work Sample assessment.
To complete the full application process, you must submit applications under both announcements. Both announcements must show Application Submitted for your application to be complete. You will only receive status updates under the first announcement.
Additional guidance for completing Phase 2 will be provided in the Phase 2 announcement. Phase 2 is expected to take at least one hour to complete.
Failure to complete and submit both announcements will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.
As an Lead IT Specialist (INFOSEC), you will:
- Serve as a Fiscal Service and Treasury Lead IT Specialist working on the Bureau's IT communications infrastructure and Treasury wide Trusted Internet Connection infrastructure respectively.
- Ensure the interoperability and interconnectivity to and from perimeter security communication hardware and equipment components and that maximum capability is being achieved at minimum cost.
- Evaluate perimeter security equipment against desired standards for reliability and efficiency.
- Conduct feasibility studies preliminary to application system changes, or proposed changes in perimeter security equipment to meet special requirements, by evaluating the benefits of various equipment configurations.
- Maintain a knowledge of network and TIC related security policies and guidelines. Reviews policies and procedures and recommends changes to optimize or improve security and utilization of present systems.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- All newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation. Periodic reinvestigation is required no later than five years after selection and at least every succeeding five years.
- Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
- This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).
Key Requirements:
- Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
- Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying.
- Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
Qualifications
You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.
Specialized Experience for the GS-13, you must have one year (full 52 weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:Experience performing IT work that involves planning, leading, or developing assignments, and directing or leading administrative and technical IT projects and programs in order to support technologies, operations, applications, and activities within the Branch.
For the GS-13, examples of such experience could include:
- Experience leading a team for IT related projects OR
- Experience in the technical planning, engineering, deployment, and support of IT systems; OR
- Experience as an administrator of IT systems or devices such as networking devices, servers, DNS (Domain Names System), MTA (Mail Transfer Agent), and Proxy Service; OR
- Providing liaison, recommendations and technical information between an organization and customers
In addition to meeting specialized experience, individuals must meet proficiency levels in each of the following IT competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Decision Making, Information Management, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Technical Competence
A Work Sample will be used to determine if you meet the required proficiency levels. A Work Sample/narrative assessment will be used to determine whether you meet the required competency proficiency levels. To complete the Work Sample, you must use the exclusive link provided at the end of this announcement's questionnaire to access Phase 2.
For the required proficiency levels and competency definitions, please see the following link: Competency-Based Qualification Standard for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210
If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), achieve a well-qualified score of 85or higher to receive priority consideration
In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable:
For the GS-13, you must have been at the GS-12 level for 52 weeks.
Additional information
- During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
- Factors such as cost effectiveness, labor market conditions and difficulties in filling the position will be reviewed in determining if payment of relocation expenses is in the best interest of the Government.
- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
- This is a non-bargaining unit position.
- This position is a critical sensitive position.
- We offer opportunities for telework.
- We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:
- Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
- Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
- Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
- A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
- A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.
TCSC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the
Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (
https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., résumé, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments and Work Sample assessment.
To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment and a Work Sample (Phase 2) that measures critical IT competencies needed to perform the job.
This vacancy uses a two-phase application process. You must complete and submit both Phase 1 and Phase 2 to receive consideration.
Failure to complete and submit both announcements will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.
Phase 1: You must complete this announcement, including the application, questionnaire, required documents, and any required online assessments.
Phase 2: You must use the exclusive link provided at the end of the Phase 1 questionnaire to access the second phase and complete the required Work Sample questions. The responses to the Work Sample will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to determine your level of proficiency in the required competencies.
The Work Sample/narrative responses will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to determine your level of proficiency in the required competencies.
Failure to complete and submit both announcements will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
- Accountability
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Decision Making
- Flexibility
- Influencing/Negotiating
- Integrity/Honesty
- Interpersonal Skills
- Learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Reasoning
- Self-Management
- Stress Tolerance
- Teamwork
The USA Hire Assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.
If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for the
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), achieve a well-qualified score of 85 or higher to receive priority consideration.
To preview the application questionnaire:
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13014922
Required Documents
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., résumé, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments and Work Sample assessment.
To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment and a Work Sample (Phase 2) that measures critical IT competencies needed to perform the job.
This vacancy uses a two-phase application process. You must complete and submit both Phase 1 and Phase 2 to receive consideration.
Failure to complete and submit both announcements will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.
Phase 1: You must complete this announcement, including the application, questionnaire, required documents, and any required online assessments.
Phase 2: You must use the exclusive link provided at the end of the Phase 1 questionnaire to access the second phase and complete the required Work Sample questions. The responses to the Work Sample will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to determine your level of proficiency in the required competencies.
Resumé: All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.)
Please limit your resume to two-pages. Applicants with resumes exceeding two-pages will be removed from consideration. Only the
first 2 pages will be reviewed and considered for qualifications and eligibility determination in whether or not the minimum qualifications for the position have been met. To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. For resume writing guidance, please visit USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job?
CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES -- Documentation Relating to Your Federal Employment:
-You must submit a copy of your SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".) Your SF-50 must show that you have held the required grade level for at least 52 weeks.
- If you are currently on a Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) or Disability appointment, you must submit a copy of an SF-50 showing that.
- Indicate on your application the highest permanent grade you have held; if this grade is different from your current grade, you must submit a copy of an additional SF-50 showing this grade.
CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click
CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
RECOMMENDED DOCUMENTS:
Current Performance Appraisal
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record
before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment.
In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at,
FairChanceAct@treasury.gov.
How to Apply
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:
How to Apply:
- Click the Apply Online button.
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
- In the last question of announcement number 1, which is this announcement, click on the link provided. This will open a new window to the second announcement.
- Before completing the application in the new window, click back to announcement number 1, which is this announcement, and finish the remaining steps through submitting your application.
- Click the Submit Application button for announcement number 1 prior to 11:59 p.m. ET on the announcement closing date.
- Click back on the second, new window for announcement number 2. You will need to click on the Apply button on the second announcement and go through the five steps in USAJOBS to get to the narrative questions.
- Review and submit your second announcement application.
Important: To complete the full application process, you must submit applications under both announcements. You will only receive status updates in the first announcement. Once completed, both announcements should show the Application Status as Application Submitted.
- If you are required to complete USA Hire assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will appear on your application submission screen and will also be sent by email. It will include your unique assessment access link and completion deadline.
- Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.
- Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
- Set aside about one (1) hour to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.
Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused.
Visit the
USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources.
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click
Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status: For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application.
Fiscal Service provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
Are you unsure how to write your federal resume? We are here to help. The Treasury Recruitment Service regularly offers
Writing Your Federal Resume training sessions, and other career-related information sessions, to assist you in your career search journey. To register for a session,
click here to go to our Career Information Sessions webpage.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's
Go Government website.
To learn more, please visit our page at:
Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.Next steps
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications.
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status: For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application.
You will only receive status updates in the first announcement.
Are you unsure how to write your federal resume? We are here to help. The Treasury Recruitment Service regularly offers
Writing Your Federal Resume training sessions, and other career-related information sessions, to assist you in your career search journey.
To register for a session, click here to go to our Career Information Sessions webpage.Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.