IT Cybersecurity Specialist; INFOSEC)

This position is located in the Cybersecurity Modernization and Privacy Branch (CMPB). This is a term appointment NTE two years. The appointment may be extended without further competition, in increments determined by the agency, up to the maximum period permitted under 5 CFR 316.301. Positions covered by 5 CFR 316.301 (c) may be extended up to a maximum of 10 years from the date of initial appointment.

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement.

OPM Qualifications Standards are available at:
Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210

Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, you must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level n the Federal service:
For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-13.

• 1. Planning security projects related to detecting, preventing and resolving security breaches.; AND
• 2. Developing privacy related IT security procedures.; AND
• 3. Advising on changes to privacy and cybersecurity mandates, executive orders and other updated requirements.

The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the competencies, as defined:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) 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.