IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

Full Job Description

This position is located at the USPTO in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer/ Office of Financial Management Systems providing support in the areas of procurement, corporate planning, and finance.

OCFO supports these areas of financial management by being a value-added partner to our customers and by recommending, implementing, maintaining, and enhancing enabling technologies.

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position.

You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement.

OPM Qualifications Standards are available at Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.

To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-13.

Specialized experience for this position includes: 1.

Experience leading and supporting the development of new or existing automated financial and acquisition systems with experience in Agile software development methodologies. 2.

Experience leading in the operation and maintenance of financial and acquisition systems including enforcing IT security policies, principles, and standards. 3.

Experience identifying and documenting solutions to information security problems/issues and recommending changes to prevent recurrences.

In addition to meeting the specialized experience you must meet the basic requirement below to qualify for this series.

Basic Requirement Competencies: The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined: 1.

Accountability Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work.

Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules. 2. Attention to Detail Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 3.

Customer Service Works with clients and customers 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.

Note: Clients and customers include 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.

4. Flexibility Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity. 5.

Influencing/Negotiating Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior; works with others towards an agreement; negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions. 6.

Integrity/Honesty Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others; is trustworthy.

7. Interpersonal Skills Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.

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. Major Duties:

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The individual selected for this position will...

Evaluate available tools, methodologies, and processes for feasibility in improving the effectiveness and efficiency in meeting the requirements, functions, and services of automated financial and acquisition systems.

Lead teams on projects related to the design, development, modification, testing, installation, implementation, and support of new and existing automated financial and acquisition systems.

Ensure enforcement of IT security policies, principles, and practices for all production systems; Participates in activities related to the Certification and Accreditation process as well as the Annual Security Assessment.

Define project/task requirements through appropriate planning, implementations, reporting on, and evaluating projects and tasks.