IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) (DIRECT HIRE)

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• Search, Vacancy is open to All US Citizens. One or more vacancies may be filled at either of the listed Official Duty Stations (ODS). Relocation costs will not be paid. To participate in telework, when authorized, you must reside within a 2-hour commute to the assigned ODS by the time of your appointment., Help
• Ensure the security and integrity of systems, networks and data.
• Perform risk analysis, access management, security application development and testing, audit support, technology research and implementation.
• Provide training delivery, security architecture design, policy coordination and response to cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Test and deploy cybersecurity capabilities and software solutions, ensuring their effectiveness in threat detection, incident response, data protection and compliance.
• Apply the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to identify, assess and mitigate risks to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of SSA data and systems.
• Work with stakeholders to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies in accordance with federal standards.
• Consult with customers and stakeholders to evaluate functional requirements, translate them into technical solutions and deliver actionable results to support the agency’s cybersecurity mission.
• Communicate the agency’s cybersecurity program, policies and initiatives to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring awareness and understanding of security requirements and best practices.

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Conditions of employment

• This announcement serves as public notice. Applications will be placed into a pool and will remain on file for selection as positions become available.
• Vacancies may be filled for up to 6 months after the closing date of this announcement. Applicants may not receive notifications of referral status until the full 6-month eligibility period has elapsed.
• Cybersecurity position(s) are being filled through the Office of Personnel Managements delegated Direct Hire Authority and are open to all U.S. citizens.
• Selections made under this announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees selected under this announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service.
• Under the provisions of the Direct Hire Authority, Veterans Preference and the “Rule of Many” do not apply.
• U.S. Citizenship is required. Selective Service Registration is required, if applicable (www.sss.gov).
• Fingerprinting and background and/or security investigation may be required. Job offers are contingent on fingerprinting and background / security investigation results.
• See QUALIFICATIONS, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS for other important information.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance (TS-SCI).
• A resume associated with your USAJobs Account must be uploaded to your application. You can create your own resume or build one using the USAJobs Resume Builder. See REQUIRED DOCUMENTS for information on what your resume must demonstrate., Assisting with the development of IT security policies and procedures.

Participating in risks assessments and helping develop disaster recovery or contingency plans.

Collecting, analyzing, and documenting security-related information and recommendations

Explaining technical security information and recommendations to different audiences., IT Cybersecurity Specialist position(s) are being filled through the Office of Personnel Managements delegated Direct Hire Authority and are open to all U.S. citizens. Selections made under this Direct Hire Authority will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current federal employees will be given a new appointment to the civil service, if selected. Under the provisions of the Direct Hire Authority, Veterans Preference and the “Rule of Many” do not apply.

Additional selections may be made for this vacancy six months from the closing date of this announcement.

If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov .

If you are a federal contractor, do not identify yourself as a federal employee.

See QUALIFICATIONS for information on qualifying for position.

See REQUIRED DOCUMENTS and HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED for information on applying for this position.

This is a non-bargaining unit position.

This position is not authorized to be filled virtually or through outstationing. One or more vacancies may be filled at any of the listed Official Duty Stations (ODS).

This position is on a full-time, flex-time schedule.

Telework may be approved after all conditions for telework have been met. To participate in telework, when authorized, you must reside within a 2-hour commute to the assigned ODS by the time of your appointment.

Relocation expenses will not be paid; salary will be set in accordance with locality pay provisions.

Successful performance of work in this position and adherence to conditions of this position will be assessed during the 1-year probationary period that may be served by new appointees (e.g., new to SSA and/or new to this series).

You must have (or be able to obtain) and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance (TS-SCI).

This is a special sensitive position. You may be required to complete Standard Form 86, Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions, to have the appropriate investigation conducted., Do not simply list projects on which you worked or list experience in terms of accomplishments or

achievements. You must describe, in your own words, the duties you perform that pertain to the requirements for this position.

Information not specifically stated in your resume cannot be assumed. Information copied or restated from the announcement or rating criteria will not be considered. If this occurs, you may be found ineligible.

If your qualifying experience is part of a federal career-ladder, separate your grade-relevant experience from duties performed at lower grades.

SF-50: recommended for all current or former federal employees

ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan): applies only to competitive service employees who have been displaced (RIFd) from another federal agency. The duty station from which you were RIFd must be in the local commuting area (i.e., 30-mile radius) of the duty station to which you are applying.

To demonstrate eligibility, ICTAP-applicants must provide: *

• a copy of the separation SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action) AND *

• a copy of the RIF Notice (If the RIF Notice doesnt provide verification of your most recent Performance Appraisal, you must also provide a copy of your final appraisal to demonstrate that your rating was at least fully successful.), The questionnaire takes about 5 minutes. Answer all questions and follow instructions. Errors or omissions may affect your overall evaluation., You are responsible for verifying that your application is complete and your documents have been properly submitted.

INTERVIEWS may or may not be conducted, but if an interview is desired, it will be scheduled by the hiring office and a representative from that office will contact you directly.

HR will not have information pertaining to the scheduling of interviews and cannot provide feedback pertaining to completed interviews.

For a status of your application, go to your USAJobs account. Select Application Status then More Information to see if updates are available.

Updates will not be available during the interview/selection process, which may take up to 90 days.

After selections have been completed, final notices will be sent to applicants who were referred to the selecting official. Applicants who are not referred will not receive a final notice.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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Resume - all applicants (see below)

SF-50 - recommended all current and former federal employees

CTAP / ICTAP documents – if claimed (read the information below)

DOCUMENTS PREVIOUSLY UPLOADED TO YOUR USAJOBS ACCOUNT MAY BE OUTDATED AND CAN CAUSE YOU TO LOSE CONSIDERATION.

RESUME: A resume associated with your USAJobs Account must be uploaded to your application. You can create your own resume or build one using the USAJobs Resume Builder. Your resume must show: *

• your name and contact information *

• employer name and position held *

• full start and stop dates (month/day/year) for each position *

• full-time or part-time hours worked per week *

• your grade and pay scale (for federal positions) and
• a clear description of the duties you perform that relate to the experience required for this position.

If you no longer hold a position, it must show an ending date.

Do not simply list projects on which you worked or list experience in terms of accomplishments or

achievements. You must describe, in your own words, the duties you perform that pertain to the requirements for this position.

Information not specifically stated in your resume cannot be assumed. Information copied or restated from the announcement or rating criteria will not be considered. If this occurs, you may be found ineligible.

If your qualifying experience is part of a federal career-ladder, separate your grade-relevant experience from duties performed at lower grades.

SF-50: recommended for all current or former federal employees

ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan): applies only to competitive service employees who have been displaced (RIFd) from another federal agency. The duty station from which you were RIFd must be in the local commuting area (i.e., 30-mile radius) of the duty station to which you are applying.

To demonstrate eligibility, ICTAP-applicants must provide: *

• a copy of the separation SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action) AND *

• a copy of the RIF Notice (If the RIF Notice doesnt provide verification of your most recent Performance Appraisal, you must also provide a copy of your final appraisal to demonstrate that your rating was at least fully successful.), You are responsible for verifying that your application is complete and your documents have been properly submitted.

INTERVIEWS may or may not be conducted, but if an interview is desired, it will be scheduled by the hiring office and a representative from that office will contact you directly.

HR will not have information pertaining to the scheduling of interviews and cannot provide feedback pertaining to completed interviews.

For a status of your application, go to your USAJobs account. Select Application Status then More Information to see if updates are available.

Updates will not be available during the interview/selection process, which may take up to 90 days.

After selections have been completed, final notices will be sent to applicants who were referred to the selecting official. Applicants who are not referred will not receive a final notice.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Social Security Administration

Do you have a desire to:

• help SSA manage its Social Security programs?
• analyze and solve problems?
• help and advise millions of retired and disabled individuals?
• work on a team to make a difference in peoples lives and your own?

Drug test No Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• National security

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests., To meet Minimum Qualifications for this GS-12 IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) position you must demonstrate (1) Specialized Experience and (2) the IT Competencies for the federal 2210 series.

(1) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE must have been gained in a federal position at or above GS-11 OR (if your position is on another federal pay scale OR outside of federal service) by performing duties at a level of responsibility and difficulty equivalent to GS-11 or above.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is IT-related work that primarily consists of supporting the planning, development, implementation and/or maintenance of information security programs or policies., Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, 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) 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.

Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.

Information Management: Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.

Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations

Oral Communication: Expresses 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 oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform ones job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Specialized Experience and IT Competencies) must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Selectees must have (or be able to obtain) and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance (TS-SCI)., 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., + Ability to conduct cybersecurity investigations on IT systems *

• Ability to mitigate cybersecurity risks *

• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders *

• Ability to communicate security standards

Your claimed knowledge, skills and abilities are subject to verification by the selecting official. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation or to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed experience.

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