Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

Summary This vacancy is for a Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC) in the Office of the Secretary within the Department of Commerce. Responsibilities As a Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC), you will perform the following duties: Leads implementation activities required by Federal Government standards such as all revisions of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications (e.g. SP 800-37, 800-39, 800-53, 800-63, 800-128, 800- 145) as well as Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) publications (e.g., FIPS 199, FIPS 200, FIPS 140-2); OMB Circular A-130; FISMA; E-Government Act of 2002; Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act of 2018; and the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). Analyzes feasibility studies, proposals, and performs analyses of current requirements and forecast trends and future needs. Keeps abreast of changing and emerging technology. Makes recommendations on adopting changes. Provides analysis and advice on complex and unusual program related certification and accreditation, and FISMA issues or problems. Applies analytical techniques to identify and evaluate findings and satisfy mission requirements. Creates, implements, and provides oversight of information security policy for the Department and all Bureaus. Consults with leadership on the development of information security policies, strategies and plans to implement requirements outlined in the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), associated Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policies and other legislative or policy requirements as applicable to the Department. Ensures managers of subordinate offices accomplish their missions on schedule and within budget. Provides developmental opportunities to staff in area managed to maintain positive morale and ensure quality service is provided. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC) GS-2210-15 FPL 15 positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use of possession of drugs. You must be able to attain and maintain a TOP SECRET clearance. A probationary or trial period may be required. Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/). If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. A Drug Test is required and except as prohibited by law, all applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment, and appointed the incumbent will be subjected to random drug testing procedures. Drug Test: YES License required: NO Pre-employment physical required: NO Bargaining Unit Position: NO Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE form 450): YES Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: WILL NOT be paid Qualifications Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ OPM QUALIFICATION STANDARD: OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Information Technology (IT) Management 2210 Series (Alternative A) AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government. You must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: Identifying and mitigating Information Technology (IT)/computer threats and vulnerabilities within an organization or business; Ensuring compliance and the application of information security/ information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of all IT services; AND Leading teams in conducting systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews of IT/ computer systems. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies; knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There is no positive education requirement for this position. Additional Information ICTAP and CTAP Eligibles: CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a rating of 85 out of 100. Information about ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at: Employee Guide to Career Transition CTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents: A copy of your specific RIF notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice). A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location; A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential. ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents: A copy of your RIF separation notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; notice of disability annuity termination; certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a compensable injury; or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement; A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc; A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.