Information Technology Cyber Security Specialist - Direct Hire Authority, U.S. Department of State, Arlington, VA
U.S. Department of State -
Arlington, VA,
US
Information Technology Cyber Security Specialist - Direct Hire Authority
Date Posted: 2024-05-12
Job description
SummaryThis serves as public notice for the use of OPM's Direct Hire Authority.This vacancy announcement will be open from April 22nd, 2024 to April 26th, 2024 or when 100 applications have been received. The vacancy will close on whichever day the first of these conditions are met. If the application limit is reached on the same day the announcement opened, the open and close date will be the same.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates04/22/2024 to 04/26/2024This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more* Salary$117,962 - $153,354 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 13* HelpLocation1 vacancy in the following location:* Arlington, VA 1 vacancy* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-Situational Telework may be authorized.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Domestic travel may be required.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent -* Work scheduleFull-time -* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential13* Job family (Series)2210 Information Technology Management* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceTop Secret* Drug testNo* Position sensitivity and riskCritical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk* Trust determination processSuitability/FitnessNational security* Announcement numberHRSC/OBO-2024-0050* Control number786755300HelpThis job is open to* The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyThis serves as public notice for the use of OPM's Direct Hire Authority to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.HelpDuties* The position is in the Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO), Office of the Executive Director (EX), Information Resource Management Division (IRM).* Ensures that all appropriate safeguards are implemented for information collected, processed, transmitted, stored, or distributed on Department on premise networks and Cloud environments* Works assessment and accreditation (A&A) issues for all OBO systems, technologies, equipment, and applications.* Develops and uses Information Technology (IT) security performance measures to identify and resolve problems and areas of improvement .* Responsible for all matters pertaining to information system security services, including operational security, communications security, cyber security, and information assurance, On-Premises networks and in the Cloud.* Serves as an Alternate Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with responsibility for assisting the Bureau ISSO in the execution of the duties and responsibilities tasked to the Bureau ISSO.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* U.S. Citizenship is required.* Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.* Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/QualificationsApplicants must meet all the qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.Applicants applying for the GS-13 grade level must meet the following requirements:Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND specialized experience listed below:* Attention to Detail - Experience developing and interpreting policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of services throughout an agency.* Customer Service - Experience providing expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical IT issues.* Oral Communication - Experience with the interrelationships of multiple IT specialties and emerging technologies to communicate complex technical requirements to non-technical personnel to include preparing and presenting briefings to senior management officials on complex/controversial issues.* Problem Solving - Experience in the application of new IT developments to previously unsolvable IT problems.ANDHave at least 1 full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:* Experience creating actionable reporting dashboards, reports, and security alerts using tools such as SQL queries, CyberArk, Splunk, Rapid 7, Log Analytics, and Power BI.* Experience with information system security and assurance principles, concepts, and methods.* Experience using cyber defense tools for continual monitoring and analysis of system to identify malicious activity.* Experience leveraging query languages (structured, search processing, kusto) to investigate and report on events.NOTE: In order to qualify for this position, your experience MUST be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate.There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.EducationEducation requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.Additional information* For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) ###-#### or ...@state.gov.* If eligible, telework agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval.* Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to similar positions in any Bureau/Office listed on this announcement for approximately 240 days. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.Read more* BenefitsHelpA 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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 EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Under the provisions of the Direct-Hire Authority, veterans' preference and traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply. For this announcement, all applicants will be assessed to determine if they meet the qualifications for this position, specifically the education, specialized experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) necessary to perform the work of the position. All applications that meet the required qualifications will be referred to the selecting official in the order in which the applications were received.Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity.Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following KSAs and other characteristics that are relevant to the duties of this position and must be fully supported by information in your resume:* Knowledge of information system security and assurance principles, concepts, and methods and the inter-relationships among multiple IT disciplines (including network systems, database management, and systems analysis) sufficient to provide authoritative advice on the full range of IT security and information assurance issues to stakeholders ranging from users to senior management officials , both within and outside the immediate organization.* Skill in reviewing proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks to recommend methods for mitigation of threats and their impact on information systems or countermeasures to combat such threats.* Skill to resolve complex information systems security integration issues related to the implementation of new systems within the existing infrastructure.* Knowledge of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) principles and practices related to applying the principles of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to all IT applications and general support systems.* Knowledge of understanding and application of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications related to Information Assurance and Cybersecurity.* Skill in leading self-assessments and other IT security projects, to assess the quality and potential for success of project activities, to prioritize and integrate various sub- projects and activities, and to resolve complex project management issues.Agency and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP and ICTAP) candidates must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for selection priority. Candidates are considered well qualified if their knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) exceed the minimum qualifications described in the announcement.You may preview questions for this vacancy.* BenefitsHelpA 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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.* Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.All required documents listed below, that are applicable to you, must be submitted to our automated system by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.1. Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must support your answers to the completed online assessment questions.2. Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable. Veterans' preference does not apply to this vacancy. Any supporting documentation received from veterans will be retained to document veteran's status for appointment purposes, if selected.* To claim 5-point preference, submit a copy of your DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.* To claim 10-point preference, submit all required documentation outlined on the SF-15 (Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference) to support your claim (e.g., DD-214, official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs, etc.). If we cannot verify your 10-point preference claim, your application will be reviewed for 5-point preference.* To claim 10-point derived preference (i.e., spouses, widows, widowers or mothers of veterans), submit a completed SF-15 and all required documentation listed on the SF-15 to support your claim.* To claim 0-point Sole Survivorship preference, submit a copy of your DD-214 or another form of official documentation showing that your discharge or release from active duty occurred on or after August 29, 2008 and was based on a sole survivorship discharge.* For all preference claims:* DD-214 Member 4 copies are preferred and must show the dates of service, type of discharge, and any qualifying service campaign medals.* For more veterans' preference information, visit the USAJOBS Help Center.3. ICTAP/CTAP documentation, if applicable. Visit our agency's ICTAP and CTAP sites for required documentation.* How to ApplyPrepare your application in USAJOBSTo start your application, click Apply and we'll walk you through the process to attach a resume and any required documents.During the application process you can review, edit, delete, and update your information. We'll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won't lose any changes. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process.STEP 1: Select the "Apply" button and follow the instructions to register or sign into USAJOBS.STEP 2: Submit your resume. Please see the Required Documents section for specific information that should be outlined in your resume.STEP 3: Complete the online assessment questions.STEP 4: Submit all required documentation applicable to you, as listed in the Required Documents section.To learn how to view the status of your submitted supporting documentation and application, visit the Application Instructions section of our agency's Civil Service selection process site.Technical assistance with your on-line application is available through the Help Desk at ...@monster.com or by calling (866) ###-#### between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ETAlternate Application ProceduresIf applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted.Agency contact informationTracey A. LeathPhone000-###-####Fax000-###-####...@state.govAddressU.S. Department of State1999 Dyess Ave.Charleston Reg. Ctr., E119BCharleston, South Carolina 29405United StatesLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce the online application package is received, you will be notified through USAJOBS of your qualification status and referral or non-referral to the hiring official for further consideration. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. If a tentative job offer is made, the Department of State will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process:1. Upon receipt of your application.2. Upon minimum qualification determinations.3. After the list of eligibles is issued.4. After final selection is made.* Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Reasonable accommodation policy* Financial suitability* Selective Service* New employee probationary period* Signature and false statements* Privacy Act* Social security number requestHelpRequired DocumentsAll required documents listed below, that are applicable to you, must be submitted to our automated system by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.1. Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must support your answers to the completed online assessment questions.2. Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable. Veterans' preference does not apply to this vacancy. Any supporting documentation received from veterans will be retained to document veteran's status for appointment purposes, if selected.* To claim 5-point preference, submit a copy of your DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.* To claim 10-point preference, submit all required documentation outlined on the SF-15 (Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference) to support your claim (e.g., DD-214, official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs, etc.). If we cannot verify your 10-point preference claim, your application will be reviewed for 5-point preference.* To claim 10-point derived preference (i.e., spouses, widows, widowers or mothers of veterans), submit a completed SF-15 and all required documentation listed on the SF-15 to support your claim.* To claim 0-point Sole Survivorship preference, submit a copy of your DD-214 or another form of official documentation showing that your discharge or release from active duty occurred on or after August 29, 2008 and was based on a sole survivorship discharge.* For all preference claims:* DD-214 Member 4 copies are preferred and must show the dates of service, type of discharge, and any qualifying service campaign medals.* For more veterans' preference information, visit the USAJOBS Help Center.3. ICTAP/CTAP documentation, if applicable. Visit our agency's ICTAP and CTAP sites for required documentation.HelpHow to ApplyPrepare your application in USAJOBSTo start your application, click Apply and we'll walk you through the process to attach a resume and any required documents.During the application process you can review, edit, delete, and update your information. We'll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won't lose any changes. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process.STEP 1: Select the "Apply" button and follow the instructions to register or sign into USAJOBS.STEP 2: Submit your resume. Please see the Required Documents section for specific information that should be outlined in your resume.STEP 3: Complete the online assessment questions.STEP 4: Submit all required documentation applicable to you, as listed in the Required Documents section.To learn how to view the status of your submitted supporting documentation and application, visit the Application Instructions section of our agency's Civil Service selection process site.Technical assistance with your on-line application is available through the Help Desk at ...@monster.com or by calling (866) ###-#### between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ETAlternate Application ProceduresIf applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted.Read moreAgency contact informationTracey A. LeathPhone000-###-####Fax000-###-####...@state.govAddressU.S. Department of State1999 Dyess Ave.Charleston Reg. Ctr., E119BCharleston, South Carolina 29405United StatesLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce the online application package is received, you will be notified through USAJOBS of your qualification status and referral or non-referral to the hiring official for further consideration. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. If a tentative job offer is made, the Department of State will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process:1. Upon receipt of your application.2. Upon minimum qualification determinations.3. After the list of eligibles is issued.4. After final selection is made.Read moreFair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Reasonable accommodation policy* Financial suitability* Selective Service* New employee probationary period* Signature and false statements* Privacy Act* Social security number requestPrintShare* Email* Facebook* LinkedIn* TwitterHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates04/22/2024 to 04/26/2024This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more* Salary$117,962 - $153,354 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 13* Location1 vacancy in the following location:* Arlington, VA 1 vacancy* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-Situational Telework may be authorized.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Domestic travel may be required.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent -* Work scheduleFull-time -* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential13* Job family (Series)2210 Information Technology Management* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceTop Secret* Drug testNo* Position sensitivity and riskCritical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk* Trust determination processSuitability/FitnessNational security* Announcement numberHRSC/OBO-2024-0050* Control number786755300This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/786755300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.