IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

Full Job Description

This position is located in the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The incumbent reports directly to the Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO).

This position serves as Network Engineer and the Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for OMB with responsibility for securing and managing OMB systems and networks in coordination with Project Managers and authority to plan, coordinate, and control Information System, Security, and Privacy for OMB.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position.

The qualification requirements are in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet one of the following criteria listed below in order to meet the basic requirement for IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC), 2210. 1.

Attention to Detail - Meticulous; thoroughly reviews and proofreads various IT related data/information; dedicates focus to accomplish tasks that are complete, precise, and accurate to a given IT situation.

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Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive IT services or IT 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 IT needs, provide expert technical information or assistance, resolve fairly complex or non-routine problems, or satisfy expectations; knowledge of available products and services; committed to providing quality IT products and services.

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Communication - Expresses technical 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 presentations; listens to others, recognizes potential miscommunication, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

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Problem Solving - Identifies IT related problems using a variety of materials or sources; gathers and applies technical information to determine accuracy and relevance to moderately complex problems; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives; makes decisions or recommendations that influence IT policies or programs and applies new developments to previously unresolved problems.

AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.

You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, that demonstrates the following: 1-Planning, developing, and directing an agency-wide cybersecurity or information assurance program, including establishing risk management strategies and security policies that affect multiple systems or organizational components; 2-Leading security authorization processes (e.g., ATO), conducting risk assessments, implementing security controls, and managing continuous monitoring programs in accordance with federal cybersecurity laws and directives (e.g., FISMA, NIST frameworks); 3-Designing, configuring, and securing enterprise networks and cloud environments, including firewalls, identity and access management solutions, SIEM integration, vulnerability remediation, and enterprise key management systems; and 4-Providing authoritative cybersecurity guidance to senior executives, interpreting federal cybersecurity policy, and representing an organization in high-level interagency or external cybersecurity forums.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (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. Major Duties:

As a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-15, your typical work assignments may include the following: 1.

Provides executive-level leadership and direction for the agency's enterprise information security program, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all information systems. 2.

Oversees security authorization processes, system security plans, risk assessments, security control implementation, and continuous monitoring activities.

Ensures compliance with Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), Executive Orders, OMB policy, and other federal cybersecurity mandates. 3.

Leads the design, configuration, and management of secure enterprise networks, firewalls, servers, and cloud-based systems. 4.

Serves as principal cybersecurity advisor to executive leadership on complex and unprecedented security issues. 5. Develops and enforces cybersecurity policies, procedures, and performance measures. 6.

Directs implementation of enterprise-wide security initiatives, including cloud security, zero trust architecture, Trusted Internet Connections (TIC), digital identity modernization, and other emerging cybersecurity technologies.

7. Plans, prioritizes, and oversees cybersecurity projects of exceptional scope and impact. 8.

Coordinates government and contractor personnel, manages project timelines and deliverables, and ensures alignment with strategic organizational objectives.