The incumbent serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and is supervised by the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). Additionally, this position also supports privacy program implementation, electronic records management program implementation, and information management.
Summary
The incumbent serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and is supervised by the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). Additionally, this position also supports privacy program implementation, electronic records management program implementation, and information management.
This position is being filled under OPMs Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) (5 U.S.C. 3309-3318). Veteran's preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants are not applicable to this vacancy. Applications will be accepted from all U.S. Citizens, as well as individuals that are eligible under the federal government's Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP).
This announcement is being used to recruit qualified individuals under the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Direct Hire Authority authorized by 5 United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 3304. Category Rating, Veterans' Preference, and traditional rating/ranking of applicants do not apply to this Public Notice.
If selected for the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) position, the incumbent will serves as the Information Security architect for all IMLS information systems; direct and oversee the management of all activities of the Security area with responsibility for the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of programs and policies per the Federal Information Security Management Act and other federal security policies and guidance necessary to assure security of all existing and newly deployed systems; Internet/Intranet security; and security for the enterprise network. Typical work assignments will include, but are not limited to:
Assure successful implementation and functionality of security requirements and appropriate information technology (IT) policies and procedures that are consistent with the organization's mission and goals.
Manage threat or target analysis of cyber defense information and production of threat information within the enterprise.
Lead and align information technology (IT) security priorities with the security strategy.
Lead and oversee information security budget, staffing, and contracting.
Establish overall enterprise information security architecture (EISA) with the organization's overall security strategy.
Acquire and manage the necessary resources, including leadership support, financial resources, and key security personnel, to support information technology (IT) security goals and objectives and reduce overall organizational risk.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
You must successfully pass a background/suitability investigation. This may include a credit check, a criminal check, and drug test.
Documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply).
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment for this position.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Basic Experience: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Applicants resume must demonstrate expert proficiency related to each competency below:
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.
In addition to the Basic Experience requirements above, applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-14 grade level or pay band in the Federal service). Specialized experience is defined as: (1) the ability to integrate information security requirements into the acquisition process: using applicable baseline security controls as one of the sources for security requirements, ensuring a robust software quality control process, and establishing multiple sources (e.g., delivery routes for critical system elements); (2) knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles used to manage risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information or data; (3) knowledge of current industry methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating information technology (IT) security assessment, monitoring, detection, and remediation tools and procedures utilizing standards-based concepts and capabilities; (4) knowledge of network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles (e.g., application of defense-in-depth); (5) skill in determining how a security system should work (including its resilience and dependability capabilities) and how changes in conditions, operations, or the environment will affect these outcomes; (6) knowledge of Federal laws and regulations, and reporting requirements (e.g., Federal Records Management, Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), Privacy and Data Act, and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines).
NOTES:
We do not require a separate statement responding to the competencies; however, your resume should clearly show possession of these competencies.
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 and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. The employing agency is responsible for defining the specialized experience based on the requirements of the position being filled.
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.
Education
Education is not a substitute for specialized experience at this grade level.
Additional information
Career Transition Assistance Programs:
These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp .
Veterans:
Under the provisions of the Direct-Hire Authority, veterans' preference does not apply. However, applicants who are eligible for Veterans Preference are still encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). View information on veterans' preference.
Your resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you are qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
Background Investigation:
Selectee(s) will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment", (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize and initiate a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume, questionnaire, and other documentation can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service, a transferable security clearance from another agency or a background investigation leading to a security clearance, if applicable.
Selectee(s) may be appointed and begin work in the position pending the successful completion of a full-field background investigation. Successful background investigation is required for continued employment.
Current or Former Political Appointees:
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.
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.
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 position(s) will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. The "Rule of Three", Category Rating and Veterans Preference does not apply under Direct Hire Authority. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.
Before a certificate is issued to the selecting official, the resume is reviewed to ensure that you meet all qualification requirements. All applicants who meet all qualifications, to include any selective placement factor(s), if applicable, will be referred to the selecting official for consideration and may be called for an interview. All applicants' qualifications will be evaluated on the below-listed competencies, which are required for this position. Please outline experience/education for these competencies in your resume.
The required competencies for this position are as follows:
Information Systems Security: This specialty ensures the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of information systems through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of systems, programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
Information Systems Security Certification: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for evaluating information systems security features against a set of specified security requirements. Includes developing security certification and accreditation plans and procedures, documenting deficiencies, reporting corrective actions, and recommending changes to improve the security of information systems.
Information Systems/Network Security: Knowledge of methods, tools, and procedures, including development of information security plans, to prevent information systems vulnerabilities, and provide or restore security of information systems and network services.
Information Technology Program Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of an IT program to include providing oversight of multiple IT projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities (for example, benefits management, life cycle management, program governance).
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.
Strategic Thinking: Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategy of the organization in a global economy; examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long term perspective; determines objectives and set priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities.
Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Be sure that your resume clearly addresses your experience and education relevant to this position.
The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.
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.
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.
The following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, your system failure, etc. Encrypted documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. (Required): Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).
2. (Required): Your resume showing relevant experience and dates (month/year) of employment and work schedule for each (e.g., part-time XX hours per week or full-time) (cover letter optional). Please limit your resume to 5 pages and include only information that demonstrates you meet the eligibility for this position.
3. (Required, if applicable): Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP)? If so, submit:
A copy of your Reduction In-Force (RIF) separation notice OR; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate OR; notice of disability annuity termination or certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a work-related (OWCP) compensable injury OR; certification that you are eligible for Special Disability Retirement as a Former Military Reserve/National Guard Technician.
A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action'', documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification letter of inability to place you through the Reemployed Priority Listing (RPL), etc.
A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
4. Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
Beginning and ending dates of appointment
Agency; and
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Position title
5. (Required, if applicable): DD-214 or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans branch of service, or letter referencing service-connected disability from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Standard Form (SF) 15.
NOTE: Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information.Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login ), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ .
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Elizabeth Lyons at recruiting@imls.gov to obtain an alternative application.
IMLS
955 L'ENFANT PLAZA NORTH, SW
SUITE 4000
WASHINGTON, DC 20024
US
Next steps
Once you submit your application, applicants will be evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by a hiring manager via the contact information provided in your application.
After you submit your complete application package, you will receive a notification informing you that the application you submitted has been received. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) will be issued, and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
We expect to make a job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a preliminary suitability/security background investigation to determine entry on duty pending the completion of a full-field background investigation.
This public notice may be used to fill one or more vacancies at any time without notification.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, your system failure, etc. Encrypted documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. (Required): Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).
2. (Required): Your resume showing relevant experience and dates (month/year) of employment and work schedule for each (e.g., part-time XX hours per week or full-time) (cover letter optional). Please limit your resume to 5 pages and include only information that demonstrates you meet the eligibility for this position.
3. (Required, if applicable): Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP)? If so, submit:
A copy of your Reduction In-Force (RIF) separation notice OR; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate OR; notice of disability annuity termination or certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a work-related (OWCP) compensable injury OR; certification that you are eligible for Special Disability Retirement as a Former Military Reserve/National Guard Technician.
A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action'', documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification letter of inability to place you through the Reemployed Priority Listing (RPL), etc.
A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
4. Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
Beginning and ending dates of appointment
Agency; and
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Position title
5. (Required, if applicable): DD-214 or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans branch of service, or letter referencing service-connected disability from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Standard Form (SF) 15.
NOTE: Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information.Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login ), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ .
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Elizabeth Lyons at recruiting@imls.gov to obtain an alternative application.
IMLS
955 L'ENFANT PLAZA NORTH, SW
SUITE 4000
WASHINGTON, DC 20024
US
Next steps
Once you submit your application, applicants will be evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by a hiring manager via the contact information provided in your application.
After you submit your complete application package, you will receive a notification informing you that the application you submitted has been received. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) will be issued, and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
We expect to make a job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a preliminary suitability/security background investigation to determine entry on duty pending the completion of a full-field background investigation.
This public notice may be used to fill one or more vacancies at any time without notification.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
