Information Technology Specialist (InfoSec)

These positions are located in the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of the Chief Information Officer, in Washington, District of Columbia. These are non-bargaining unit positions. Duties : As an Information Technology Specialist (InfoSec), at the full performance level, you will perform the following duties: Implement higher-level security requirements such as those relating from laws, regulations, and presidential directives. Integrate security programs across disciplines. Develop long-range plans for IT security systems that anticipates, identify, evaluate, mitigate, and minimize risks associated with IT systems vulnerabilities. Resolve integration issues related to the implementation of new systems with the existing infrastructure. Review proposed new systems, networks, and networks software designs for potential security risks. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. You must successfully pass a background investigation. You must successfully pass a drug screen. Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service. Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Probationary Period: This is a full-time permanent position (Career/Career-Conditional appointment). Upon appointment to this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period. Qualifications : In order to meet basic qualifications for GS-2210 positions, individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the competencies defined below: Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service: Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations. Oral Communication: Expresses information effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Specialized Experience : You qualify at the GS-14 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level performing duties such as: Applying new information technology security developments to ensure current guidelines are updated accurately. Applying project management principles and methods to gain an overview knowledge of future IT enterprise infrastructure. Processing engineering concepts to comply with organizational standards. Leading implementation activities. Assessing new systems design methodologies to improve software quality. Education : This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information : This announcement is to create an inventory of qualified applicants. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. Benefits : DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

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