IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN-INFOSEC)

DutiesYou will serve as a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN-INFOSEC) and be responsible for planning, analysis, and enhancement of information systems, policies, and procedures supporting the Project Management Branch (PMB) in Portsmouth, VA.Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:• Developing, maintaining, and monitoring processes supporting Information Technology (IT) project-level governance, reporting and control of associated artifacts by providing guidance and supporting processes for the entire IT project life cycle and project recovery.• Conducting and participating in collaborative working groups with different levels of stakeholders for IT project-level process analysis, gap analysis, providing guidance and continual process improvement initiatives.• Developing and monitoring metrics used in evaluating the accomplishment of IT goals, objectives, and project management to ensure alignment with organizational policy and authoritative directives.• Monitoring systems' compliance with IT security requirements by providing advice and guidance in implementing IT security policies and procedures in the development and operation of network systems.Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.A. Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers Level II (FAC P/PM-II) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position.B. Information Assurance Management Level II (IAM-II) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position.Recruitment Incentive - Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent position are authorized to receive a one-time recruitment incentive of 10% of the salary, including locality for this position. Receipt of the bonus will require a 12-month service agreement."Newly appointed" refers to the first appointment (regardless of tenure) as an employee of the Federal Government, an appointment following a break in service of at least 90 days from a previous appointment as an employee of the Federal Government, or, in certain cases, an appointment following a break in service of less than 90 days from a previous appointment as an employee of the Federal Government.Relocation Incentive - Selectee(s) for this position who are current federal employees on permanent appointments and will be moving outside of the current commuting area of their current position to accept this position are authorized to receive a one-time relocation incentive of 10% of the salary including locality for this position. Receipt of the bonus will require a 12-month service agreement. The employee must establish a residence in the new geographic area prior to payment.Student Loan - Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent or term position may be eligible for student loan repayment up to $10,000 (pre-tax) for one calendar year. More than one loan may be repaid if the combined repayments do not exceed $10,000. Receipt of this incentive will require a three-year service agreement.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentAll qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.Key Requirements:• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.• Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov• A one-year probationary period may be required.• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.• This position requires a Secret clearance.• This is not a Bargaining Unit position.QualificationsBasic Requirements: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. 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.• 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.ANDSPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.Specialized experience must include all of the following:• Developing, documenting, maintaining, improving and monitoring processes supporting IT project-level governance, as well as reporting on and controlling associated artifacts.• Conducting needs analysis to determine opportunities for new and improved business process solutions.• Providing consultation on IT project life cycle cost estimates, project scheduling, milestones, resource assignment, project recovery and project planning tools.• Using AGILE practices to improve team collaboration and IT project efficiency.• Improving IT Project Management performance using Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI).• Providing consultation on DoD Enterprise Service Management Framework (DESMF) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) to help improve the quality of IT services.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.EducationThis 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.Additional informationE-VerifyDHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.Fair Chance ActThe 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 vanessa.f.proctor@uscg.mil.Suitability StatementIf 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 StatementApplying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.Special Employment ConsiderationThe 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.Recruitment incentives may be authorized.All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.More than 1 selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 45 days from the date the certificate was issued.If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact 1(888)992-7387. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable AccommodationBelow is the link to the list of CRSP's, which are assigned by area:https://www.uscg.mil/Resources/Civil-Rights/Service-Providers/BenefitsA 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 window Learn more about federal benefits.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.