Job Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the cyber communications security manager of an information system or network, including managing, planning, directing and organizing information security implications within the organization, specific program, or other area of responsibility.

Job Description

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 (Alternate A). https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/??? Experience: Must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving AND one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 (or equivalent in other pay systems) which includes Applying methods of network operations and protocols and computer forensics principles as well as either a broad range or in-depth specialized knowledge of some or all of telecommunications operating techniques, digital and analog communications requirements (sometimes including video), local and wide area networking, and procedures used by Federal and industry organizations, policy and, in some cases, policies and practices of other agencies, and knowledge of sources of technical data necessary to evaluate alternative approaches for satisfying communications requirements. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies. 2. Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk). 3. Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy. 4. Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles. 5. Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. 6. Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.