IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

To qualify for an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC), your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Plans, implements, and manages information systems security problems to effectively recognize, report, track, and resolve vulnerability issues. Evaluates the feasibility to adapt security system engineering and cybersecurity methods to enhance support to stakeholders. Implements information systems security requirements, integrates across disciplines, defines the scope and level of detail, and measures to ensure awareness and compliance. Develops long-range plans for IT systems security and reviews new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks resolving integration issues with existing infrastructure. Conducts assessments of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data by coordinating, planning, analyzing, developing, implementing, and enhancing cybersecurity programs, policies, procedures, and tools. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed: 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. 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.
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