IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INET/INFOSEC)

Duties • Ensures the confidentiality, integrity and availability of geospatial systems, networks and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance and enhancement. • Recommends ways to protect geospatial information and systems. • Participates in implementation of geospatial systems security policies, guidelines and procedures related to applications, network, and systems designs. This includes initial design, system lifecycle change review, and configuration management.• Participates in the assessment of new geospatial systems design methodologies; identifies the need for changes based on new security technologies or threats; reviews proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks.• Coordinates the implementation of security programs such as establishing vulnerability reporting, analysis, and action/resolution of findings to provide protection from unauthorized access, alteration, loss, disclosure, and blocking of information.• Enforces proper backup procedures for all geospatial system and network information that provide protection from unauthorized access, alteration, loss, disclosure, and blocking of information.• Develops, implements, and evaluates the security programs, including the implementation of security programs designed to anticipate, assess, and minimize system vulnerabilities such as intrusion detection or access authentication programs.• Plans and coordinates the delivery of an IT security awareness training program for end users. Institutes measures to ensure awareness and compliance; performs implementation activities; reviews and evaluates security policies.• Provides advice and instruction to employees and supervisors on security issues, establishes and maintains liaison with internal and external groups working on legal, internal audit, physical security, and other information security matters.RequirementsConditions of Employment• U.S. Citizenship is required.• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.• Direct Deposit Required.• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.• May require a one year probationary period.• Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.• This is a Bargaining Unit position.QualificationsIn order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.For All Positions Individuals Must Have IT-related Experience Demonstrating Each Of The Four Competencies Listed Below. The Employing Agency Is Responsible For Identifying The Specific Level Of Proficiency Required For Each Competency At Each Grade Level Based On The Requirements Of The Position Being Filled. Information Technology (IT)-related Experience Demonstrating Each Of The Following Competencies:• 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; and• Problem Solving - identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.ANDIn addition to the competencies above, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Experience in securely architecting, engineering, and/or operating geospatial systems in a Cloud environment and interfacing with teams managing network firewalls, routing and load balancing. Experience in identifying IT problems, trends and weaknesses and recommending solutions to reduce vulnerabilities. Experience in implementing cyber security policies and procedures and evaluating information technologies.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.You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationDOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visitCareer Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information:Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered forTravel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee.This position is not eligible for Telework.Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: or or• 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.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.