Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), NB-2210-VII

As a Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC), you will serve as the senior-level official responsible for the OCC's information security program and cybersecurity vision, strategy, and operations., * Ensure current and anticipated agency initiatives include appropriate information security measures to protect sensitive bank and agency information by directing the implementation of the OCC's enterprise information assurance/cybersecurity and privacy program.

• Advise the Comptroller, CIO, and senior OCC officials to enhance and integrate information system security programs and initiatives across the OCC through policies, procedures, cybersecurity training, and monitoring tools in accordance with or for the purpose of establishing agency information security strategy, vision, and goals.
• Adapt and apply new information security/cybersecurity strategies, methodologies, tools, technologies and concepts to initiate and oversee special initiatives, projects and reviews that further enhance the cybersecurity posture at the OCC.
• Develop and maintain information security policies and procedures to perform periodic testing, implement controls, and assess risks and ensure information systems reliability and accessibility, and to prevent unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data, with the objective to continuously improve OCC information system/cybersecurity efficiency and effectiveness.
• Apprise the CIO and OCC executives of risks and new requirements.
• Maintain liaison with other federal agencies, industry groups, and vendors to keep abreast of new information technology and cybersecurity developments with potential impact on OCC programs. Represent OCC at meetings and conferences with respect to OCC IT security.
• Plan and assign work to be accomplished by direct-reports and subordinate supervisors/team leaders., 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.

There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

1. Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back,
2. FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and
3. SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).

• Complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• Complete a one-year supervisory or managerial probationary period (unless already completed).
• Complete a background investigation (unless already completed).
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• 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.
• Travel occasionally to attend conferences and/or training.
• File an OCC Financial Disclosure Form.
• Complete a financial disclosure review and resolve any ethics issues.
• Click here for important information about OCC ethics standards, such as the requirement that new hires divest their bank securities.
• Successfully complete a background investigation that includes criminal history, financial history (including a credit check) and other information.
• Obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance., * Total pay cannot exceed applicable pay cap, which is $311,400 for 2026.
• If you are a current OCC employee who previously received a waiver determination permitting you to retain bank securities due to extenuating circumstances, please note that this determination may be rescinded if the nature of your duties changes. We strongly suggest that you discuss the potential implications of any change in duties on a prior securities determination with your ethics official.
• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more positions.
• The candidate selected for this position may be credited with directly-related non-Federal experience for annual leave purposes if eligible and considered appropriate.
• Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information and instructions.
• Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
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• 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. To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.
• Optional Essay Questions: Applicants may choose to respond to four short essay questions (200 words max each) to help us better understand your alignment with the agency's mission. These responses are optional and will not affect the applicant's eligibility.
• All newly appointed employees to the competitive service are subject to a probationary 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.

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., * IT Project/Program Management

• Customer Service
• Attention to Detail
• Business Process Improvement
• Cybersecurity/Information Assurance
• Change Management
• Human Resources Management
• Influencing/Negotiating

If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must be Well-Qualified to receive special selection priority.

"Well-Qualified" means developing objectives, plans, and resource strategies, and influences long-term plans affecting information security and privacy programs.

Drug test No

Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Trust determination process

• National security

Financial disclosure, All applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below:

• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Oral Communication
• Problem Solving

AND

You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-VI band level or GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience for this position include:

• Leading an agency-wide cybersecurity/information assurance strategy and program, developing information security policies, leading security risk assessment efforts, and leading security monitoring solutions.

The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector, or through volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.