IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

Summary

The vacancy for this announcement is for an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-14 located within the Assistant Commandant for Intelligence, USCG Headquarters, Washington, DC. The incumbent serves as an Intelligence IT systems policy subject matter expert within the Office of Information, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Systems and Technology.

Duties

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You will serve as a/an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) and be responsible for overseeing the effective management, planning, development, initiation, evaluation and certification of critical Intelligence systems and independently manages cybersecurity initiatives to safeguard Coast Guard Intelligence operations..

Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:

• Directing the cybersecurity posture for all assigned information technology, including the U.S. Coast Guard's TS/SCI networks by leading the Coast Guard Intelligence Program (CGIP) assessment efforts and oversee Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation to ensure strict compliance with ODNI and DoD security standards.
• Creating and distributing tailored protocols for ad hoc Information Systems (IS), ensuring all security guidance integrates seamlessly with the Coast Guard's specialized operational needs.
• Collaborating with the CG-26 Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Enterprise Information Systems Security Manager (E-ISSM) to develop and execute policies that meet all legal and regulatory mandates. Additionally, manages a comprehensive inventory of critical information systems (IS), ensuring full documentation in accordance with federal law..
• Conducting in-depth research to deliver expert analysis and strategic reports on personnel manning, operational support, and security oversight. Synchronizes efforts across the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Intelligence Community to author high-impact articles and specialized working documents.
• Providing expert technical advisory services to Coast Guard senior leadership on Information Security (IS) certification, sustainment, and TCA matters. Represents the CG-26 office in high-level agency working groups and serves as a key liaison on various committees to ensure cybersecurity alignment.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume:

• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Date of Birth (DOB)
• Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position)
• Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.

Key Requirements:

• Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See ;/li>
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Top Secret Clearance with SCI.
• This is not a Bargaining Unit position.
• All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
• This position requires the selectee to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications for IT Specialist (INFOSEC) position(s): You must possess IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. (You must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of these four competencies on your resume, if you do not, you will be rated ineligible for further consideration.)

NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

• 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.

In addition to the four competencies above, you must meet the following:

Specialized experience at the GS-14 level you must meet the following qualifications:

• Directing and managing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle for multiple systems, including system categorization, security control selection and implementation, assessment coordination, and ongoing continuous monitoring activities.
• Leading cybersecurity personnel and cross-functional teams, setting priorities, reviewing technical work, and ensuring alignment with organizational cybersecurity objectives and mission requirements.
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including program offices, system engineers, contracting teams, and oversight organizations, to support Authorizing Officials (AOs) and senior leadership decision-making.
• Serving as a senior cybersecurity advisor to system owners, engineers, and leadership, providing authoritative guidance on risk posture, security architecture, system design, and operational impacts to mission effectiveness.

NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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.

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.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail.

College Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. education standards with your resume. You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process. If course content cannot be easily identified from the title of the course as listed on your transcript, you must submit an official course description from the college/university that reflects the content at the time the course was taken.

TranscriptsIf this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide all unofficial transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, etc.) by the closing date of this announcement or you will be disqualified from further consideration. Please ensure that all documentation is legible.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here

Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Additional information

E-Verify

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Fair Chance Act

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components 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

Suitability Statement

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, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

Shared Certificates Statement

Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.

Special Employment Consideration

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. 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. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.

Moving expenses will be paid in accordance with appropriate regulations.

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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.

Benefits

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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.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

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.