Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) (Recent Grad)

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking highly motivated recent graduates to join the Information Technology Cyber Security Team through the Pathways Recent Graduates Program. As an IT Specialist Recent Graduate, you will participate in a developmental program in support of the Commission’s cyber security programs., As a participant in the Recent Graduates Program, you will receive both formal and on-the-job training to develop the required knowledge and skill to successfully perform the duties of the position. The incumbent will complete formal and informal training, as well as rotational assignments intended to provide and enhance necessary technical competencies. Duties may include:

• Performs in-depth analysis of information systems to assess security compliance and document findings.
• Prepares system security documentation in accordance with federal directives for complex Information Technology Systems
• Assists with evaluating cyber security implications for systems in development or modification to meet user requirements;
• Contributes to carrying out program goals and establishing priorities to support the organizational mission., The law prohibits public officials from appointing, promoting, or recommending their relatives. The law prohibits requesting, making, transmitting, accepting, or considering political recommendations for employment or other personnel actions for non-political positions. This includes recommendations from Members of Congress, Congressional employees, elected state or local officials, and political party officials and any recommendation based on party affiliation.

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., * Your resume must be no more than 2 pages (2 page max) showing relevant duties, when the duties were performed (MM/YY), and your work schedule. Your resume must indicate your citizenship and if you are registered for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/59. Your resume must also list your educational and work experience including the following information for each employment listed: job title; duties and accomplishments; employer’s name and address; supervisor’s name and phone number; starting and ending dates formatted in month/day/year; hours worked per week; salary; if the employment was federal: title, series, and grade/pay band. Your resume should list your graduation date. Your resume may be used to validate your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire.

• You must submit an unofficial transcript or a list of courses that includes the following information: name of accredited institution, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. Please refer to http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp for more information. Your transcript should list your graduation date.

Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veteran preference, you should indicate the type of veteran preference you are claiming on your resume. In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, please submit a copy of your veteran’s documentation including a DD-214 (member 4 copy preferred, however, the documentation provided must contain dates and character of service); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions. In addition, if you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, “Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference,” and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim. Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under “How You Will Be Evaluated,” veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which they are qualified., Yes-All employees are required to follow the Agency’s telework policy. If selected, you will be required to report to your assigned duty station to complete all onboarding procedures. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No

Do you have experience in System development?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.

Clarification from the agency

Individuals who have obtained a qualifying Associates, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational or Technical degree/certificate from a qualifying educational institution, within the previous 2 years OR 6 years for Veterans. The eligibility period for veterans must be within 6 years of degree completion date. The first 100 applications will be accepted or the announcement will remain open until the closing date., * You must be a U.S. citizen.

• Enrolled/accepted in an accredited educational institution.
• Qualifying unofficial school transcripts are required with application.
• Maintain enrollment at least half time as defined by the institution.
• If selected, official transcripts must be submitted prior to establishing a start date.
• Must maintain eligibility and enrollment for the duration of the internship., This standard allows eligibility through meeting either the requirements specified in the section titled Education or the requirements specified in the section titled Experience. Qualification Standard Information Technology Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A

Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree 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.

At the CT-7 level, you will receive training and perform tasks of limited scope and complexity. At the CT-9 and CT-11 levels, you will work with increasing independence and responsibility. CT-7:

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree; OR
• Completion of 1 full year of graduate-level education; OR
• Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) Superior Academic Achievement, if applicable.

Specialized experience equivalent to CT-5 level has a strong knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals such as vulnerabilities, emerging threats, security controls and risk management. CT-9:

• Completion of a master’s or equivalent graduate degree; OR
• Completion of 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR
• Specialized experience equivalent to the CT-7 level performs basis analysis of automated systems for programing and design

CT-11:

• Completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR
• Completion of 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education; OR
• Specialized experience equivalent to the CT-9 level performs moderately complex system analysis and develop/modify system user requirements

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, demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

• 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.

• 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., Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

4.54.5 out of 5 stars 1155 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20581 Hybrid work $64,164 - $161,748 a year - Part-time, Full-time, A 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.

Eligibility 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., $64,164 - $161,748 per year Pay scale & grade CT 07 - 11 Promotion potential 12 - Note: Promotions are contingent upon successful completion of the program. Full performance level is CT-12 once converted to a permanent position. Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time - Full-time and part-time opportunities available. Travel Required Not required Appointment type Internships Occupations and job series

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union Yes - This is a Bargaining Unit Position located in the National Treasury Employee Union (NTEU) Chapter 337. Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number CFTC-Main-2026-0012 Control number 873872600