What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Specialist (Cybersecurity), CG-2210-14 position at US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation?
Duties
- Conducts assessments of controls, threats and vulnerabilities, determine deviations from acceptable configurations, enterprise or local policy, assesses the level of risk, and develop and/or recommend appropriate mitigation countermeasures in all situations.
- Plan and conduct cybersecurity assessment and authorization activities as systems are deployed to production for the first time and after they are transitioned to continuous monitoring. Develop assessment and authorization strategies, concepts, processes for managing cybersecurity risks through DevSecOps methods. Review assessment and authorization documents and artifacts to confirm that the level of risk is within acceptable limits for each software application, system, and network. Develop cybersecurity compliance processes and/or assessments for external services (e.g., cloud service providers, external data centers).
- Participate in Risk Governance process to provide security risks, mitigations, and input on other technical risks. Provide input to the Risk Management Framework process activities and related documentation (e.g., security categorization worksheets, system security plans, configuration management plans, business impact analysis, contingency plans, concept of operations, operational procedures, maintenance training materials, security categorization worksheets, configuration management plans).
- Verify that controls are implemented as stated, any deviations and gaps are documented, and required actions to correct those deviations are tracked through Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms). Ensure that POA&Ms or remediation plans are in place for vulnerabilities identified during security and privacy control assessments, audits, inspections, and etc.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Registration with the Selective Service.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Employment Conditions.
Completion of Confidential Financial Disclosure may be required.
Background Investigation (BI) required
Qualifications
“In addition to the qualification requirements listed above, you must also meet the following selective placement factor to be considered eligible for this job. The selective placement factor is defined as:
You must have Information Technology (IT)-related experience which demonstrates proficiency in 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.
- Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Education
There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position.
Additional information
Selectee(s) for this position will be required to report to their duty station office two days per week.
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If selected, you may be required to serve a probationary period.
Benefits
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.
In addition to the regular benefits offered by Federal agencies, the FDIC offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors.
To find out more, click here.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This is a Direct-Hire Public Notice. Applications will be accepted for the location identified in the public notice. Veteran’s preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants DO NOT apply to positions filled under this public notice.
All complete applications (transcripts must be included, if applicable) will be verified for eligibility requirements and will be submitted to the hiring official upon request.
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Upon the submission of your application package to USAJobs.gov, you will receive an automatic reply informing you that your application has been submitted, received and is being processed. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging the receipt of your application. Your application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice. You will not receive any additional notifications, and your resume may not be reviewed for qualifications unless a position is requested to be filled by the hiring official. After you submit your application, you will be contacted only if further evaluation or interviews are required or upon your selection.”
If requested by Management, your application will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements outlined in this announcement. Therefore, it is imperative that your resume contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make the qualification determination. Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level.
You do not need to respond separately to these KSAs. Your resume will serve as responses to the KSAs.
- Knowledge of Security Assessment and Authorization process.
- Skill applying IT principles, concepts, methods, standards, and practices.
- Skill in applying methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures to coordinate activities designed to ensure, protect, and restore IT systems, services, and capabilities.
- Skill in recognizing and categorizing types of vulnerabilities and associated attacks.
- Skill in performing security impact/risk assessments and preparing Security Assessment Reports.
- Skill applying theories and new developments to information security problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted method and design new ways to conduct valid and reliable assessments.
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Benefits
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.
In addition to the regular benefits offered by Federal agencies, the FDIC offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors.
To find out more, click here.
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
INTERAGENCY TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): If you are a displaced Federal employee eligible for consideration under ICTAP, you must submit proof of eligibility. For more information, click here
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To begin, click the “Apply” button and follow the prompts. If you haven’t already, register and establish a USAJOBS account. After you register online, click the “Apply” button to complete the online assessment questionnaire, and submit all required documents. Please be sure to click “Submit Application” to complete the application process. You must apply online.
Applicants requesting an exception from the online process must contact the Human Resources Specialist or point of contact listed in this announcement prior to 12:00 noon local time on the closing date.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account and click on “Applications” tab. Click on the “Position Title,” and then select “Update Application” or “Additional Application Information” to continue.
You have until 11:59 p.m. ET (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process.
Please ensure you have completed the application process by verifying the status of your application on-line to reflect: “Received”. Failure to complete the application process will result in an incomplete application and you will not be considered for the position.
Agency contact information
dcarroll@fdic.govPhone571-629-0740TDD1-800-925-4618Fax000-000-0000Emaildcarroll@fdic.govAddressFederal Deposit Insurance Corporation
FDIC Human Resources Branch
3501 Fairfax Drive
HRB (PA-1730-5007)
Arlington, Virginia 22226
United StatesNext steps
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Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
INTERAGENCY TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): If you are a displaced Federal employee eligible for consideration under ICTAP, you must submit proof of eligibility. For more information, click here
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
This position is open to All United States Citizens. This is a Direct-Hire Public Notice.
