Information Technology (IT) Specialist (Security), ZP-2210-4 (MAP)
As an IT Specialist (Security), you will perform the following duties:
Ensure the integration of security into every phase of the Chemical Sciences Laboratory (CSL) computer network and telecommunications systems throughout the life cycle of these systems; implement and manage security systems including firewalls, vulnerability scans, intrusion detection systems and countermeasures; and formulate and execute security policies, standards and procedures. Advise management and staff on IT security issues. Monitor IT security alerts and investigate active and potential IT security exploits, and report suspected and known IT incidents; and communicate IT security requirements to management and staff, directing appropriate actions for CSL systems. Serve as contact point on effective IT practices. Coordinate, track and enforce mandatory IT Security Awareness training, and formulate and implement IT security evaluation approaches to perform ongoing inspections and monitoring. Plan, budget and report on security matters, including IT security costs. Develop budgets for new and ongoing security costs; and provide reports detailing IT security activities and status, including systems inspections, vulnerability assessments and required remedial actions. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy.EDUCATION:
There is no positive education requirement for this position. To qualify for the 2210 series:
IT Competencies:
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:
In addition to meeting the IT Competencies above applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.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. To qualify at the ZP-4 or GS-13 level:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the ZP-3 or GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience MUST include all of the following:
Applying IT security standards and practices in support of security operations; information security administration and controls; and network and telecommunications life cycle management; Assisting in the implementation of changes to work methods and procedures to strengthen information security for IT platforms, networks, and software; Performing risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to develop and implement policies, operating procedures, and training to address intrusion detection and prevention; and Evaluating IT security operations and requirements to determine program costs for use in formulating budgets.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Ensure the integration of security into every phase of the Chemical Sciences Laboratory (CSL) computer network and telecommunications systems throughout the life cycle of these systems; implement and manage security systems including firewalls, vulnerability scans, intrusion detection systems and countermeasures; and formulate and execute security policies, standards and procedures. Advise management and staff on IT security issues. Monitor IT security alerts and investigate active and potential IT security exploits, and report suspected and known IT incidents; and communicate IT security requirements to management and staff, directing appropriate actions for CSL systems. Serve as contact point on effective IT practices. Coordinate, track and enforce mandatory IT Security Awareness training, and formulate and implement IT security evaluation approaches to perform ongoing inspections and monitoring. Plan, budget and report on security matters, including IT security costs. Develop budgets for new and ongoing security costs; and provide reports detailing IT security activities and status, including systems inspections, vulnerability assessments and required remedial actions. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy.EDUCATION:
There is no positive education requirement for this position. To qualify for the 2210 series:
IT Competencies:
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:
In addition to meeting the IT Competencies above applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.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. To qualify at the ZP-4 or GS-13 level:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the ZP-3 or GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience MUST include all of the following:
Applying IT security standards and practices in support of security operations; information security administration and controls; and network and telecommunications life cycle management; Assisting in the implementation of changes to work methods and procedures to strengthen information security for IT platforms, networks, and software; Performing risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to develop and implement policies, operating procedures, and training to address intrusion detection and prevention; and Evaluating IT security operations and requirements to determine program costs for use in formulating budgets.
- Department:
2210 Information Technology Management - Salary Range:
$100,027 to $153,659 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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