IT Specialist (INFOSEC), Department of the Treasury, Washington, DC
Department of the Treasury -
Washington, DC,
US
IT Specialist (INFOSEC)
Date Posted: 2024-05-07
Job description
DutiesThe following are the duties of this position at the GS-12. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.* Perform Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) IT security reviews and related activities for all Fiscal Service and customer organization systems in accordance with the organization's (includes FS and the customers internal guidance) SA&A process. Serve as project lead or a project team member, as appropriate. Assess IT system security against applicable Fiscal Service, Treasury, and Federal requirements (such as those from FISMA, NIST, OMB and other sources) for compliance. Review documentation, interview key personnel, conduct tests, and examine evidence of adherence to relevant policy and procedure.* Perform in-depth analysis and/or security testing of information systems, using a wide variety of tools and techniques. Evaluate test results for accuracy, probability, and impact. Report issues to system owners and technical subject matter experts; retest as needed to validate corrective actions. Administer and monitor the implementation of corrective actions to ensure continued compliance and system security.* Implement and maintain multiple IT security assessment software tools with little direct supervision. Review and recommend new or revised security authentication technology and/or software.* Serve as a team member in designing and implementing IT initiatives, with a specific focus on the security implications of design or operational decisions. Develop recommendations to correct vulnerabilities identified by assessments. Furnish technical assistance and advice to ensure security is considered throughout the system's lifecycle.* Develop solicitation documents, and the evaluation of vendor responses, to ensure appropriate security requirements are addressed.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* A one year probationary period may be required.* Must successfully complete a background investigation. Periodic reinvestigation is required no later than five years after selection and at least every succeeding five years.* Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.* Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.* Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.* If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.* Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.* 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).This announcement is issued under the "direct-hire" authority. Consistent with 5 U.S.C. 3304(a)(3) and OPM regulations (5 CFR 337 Subpart B) on direct-hire: All candidates who meet all the qualifications and other eligibility requirements may be referred for consideration. Competitive examining rules providing for rating and ranking and veterans' preference do not apply.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.QualificationsYou must meet the following requirements by 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 r sum .Specialized Experience:For the GS-12, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility at the GS-11 level in the Federal service or equivalent, which have equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position includes experience performing IT security work sufficient to participate in identifying and writing specifications and assessments to meet IT security requirements regarding the testing need of the applications or network server levels per customer requirements.Examples of such experience could include:* Performing security assessments and Information Technology (IT) security reviews to ensure compliance; AND* Leading IT security related projects.ANDIn addition to meeting specialized experience, applicants must have proficiency in each of the four competencies listed below:* Attention to Detail, such as analyzing security testing of information systems.* Customer Service, such as developing recommendations to correct vulnerabilities identified by assessments.* Oral Communication, such as persuading officials to accept and implement recommendations on corrective actions for identified vulnerabilities.* Problem Solving, such as developing documents to address evaluations of vendor responsesFor the GS-11, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility at the GS-09 level in the Federal service or equivalent, which have equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position includes experience performing structured IT security work using testing tools to develop more in-depth experience promoting awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations visions and goals.Examples of such experience could include:* Assisting with security assessments and IT security reviews; AND* Participating on IT security-related projects.ANDIn addition to meeting specialized experience, applicants must have proficiency in each of the four competencies listed below in their IT-related experience:* Attention to Detail, such as reviewing documentation, such as FISMA, NIST, OMB and other sources for changes and updates regarding IT security compliance.* Customer Service, such as communicating across division lines and also with external regarding IT security matters.* Oral Communication, such as drafting comments for management response to proposed security rules and regulations.* Problem Solving, such as serves on a team in designing and implementing IT initiatives, with a specific focus on the security implications.ORYou may substitute education for specialized experience as follows:Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree,or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D.or equivalent doctoral degree.Attach a copy of transcript or list of college courses designating semester or quarter hours earned to ensure proper credit. The degree is in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationOTHER INFORMATION:* For the GS-11, we will not pay relocation expenses.* For the GS-12, 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 bargaining unit position.* The following locations are represented by their corresponding NTEU chapter:Parkersburg, WV - NTEU Chapter 190; Hyattsville, MD/Washington, DC - NTEU Chapter 202; Austin, TX - NTEU Chapter 214; Birmingham, AL - NTEU Chapter 220; Philadelphia, PA - NTEU Chapter 223; Kansas City, MO - NTEU Chapter 225* This position is a non-sensitive high risk public trust position.* We offer opportunities for telework, per signed agreement.* 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. [remove if a temp appointment]* A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.* Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: Bureau of the Fiscal Service offers challenging and meaningful work, opportunities for advancement and internal movement to a different career path, a competitive salary, work/life balance, and generous benefits. Maximum telework and flexible work schedule options are also available. Incentives such as student loan repayment, recruitment and relocation incentives, and advanced annual leave accrual may be offered. Some remote work opportunities exist. Approval of these incentives and flexibilities are based on the position, business requirements, applicant/employee qualifications and performance, and other work-related factors.Read more*