Clarification from the agency

All US Citizens (Direct-Hire) -This position is being filled using direct-hire authority. Veterans' preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to positions filled under this authority.

As an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) you will:

The incumbent of this position works as an information technology specialist and member of an audit team responsible for performing an objective and systematic examination of records, management reports, management controls, policies and practices affecting or reflecting the operating results of financial and information technology programs. The incumbent works with senior level auditors/analysts in providing an independent assessment of the performance of assigned IT programs and conducting activities related to the detection and prevention of fraud, waste, and abuse.

The incumbents major duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

* Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration test of DOT IT infrastructure, and provide oversight and governance of organization Audit Lab to ensure compliance with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014. 

* Preparing a comprehensive work plan, including the methodology for examining and testing IT programs and systems;

* Researching pertinent laws, legislative history, regulations, contracts, and internal controls to ascertain the purpose, scope, and objectives of the assigned IT program or system;

* Reviewing operating systems and/or network configurations;

* Evaluating software applications and/or systems components, such as web applications and database systems;

* Performing vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on computer and/or network systems;

* Analyzing potential vulnerabilities to identify security weaknesses for remediation;

* Conducting site visits at field locations to gather evidence, based on the approved work plan;

* Conducting interviews with program officials at Headquarters and/or in the field;

* Preparing work papers that provide support for key findings and potential recommendations, based on technical evaluation;

* Conducting entrance and exit conferences with the audited agency and conducting follow-up inquiries to evaluate the adequacy of corrective actions taken on prior audit findings, and;

* Supporting the team in issuing final written products that adhere to high quality standards and reflect internal OIG management review and comments received from the audited operating administration.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 P.M. EST on the closing date.
• This position is subject to a background investigation.
• This position requires a secret clearance.

To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

Qualifications

To be eligible, applicants must meet the basic education and/or experience requirements below.

Specialized Experience

GS-13:  To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the federal service including: expert knowledge of wide range of IT concepts, theory, computer methods and procedures; expert knowledge applying cyber-security and information security principles and concepts sufficient to plan, coordinate, and assess IT security operations and the security of data, networks, systems and applications; providing technical advice and guidance regarding IT security issues; conducting penetration testing, audits and/or assessments of IT programs; conducting interviews with officials; conducting comprehensive analysis and studies requiring the application of complex analytical and statistical methods and techniques; and preparing audit assessment reports.

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Experience

Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate

GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): 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.

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE COPY OF THEIR TRANSCRIPTS. DEGREE AUDITS ARE NOT AN ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR OFFICIAL/UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS.  IF SELECTED, AN OFFICIAL/SEALED TRANSCRIPT WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO AN APPOINTMENT DATE BEING ESTABLISHED.

Please ensure that your resume and application provide enough detail to support your answers to the Vacancy Specific Questions. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE on-line resume, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure that the experience/education as described on your resume contains accurate and sufficient information that clearly supports your responses to all of the questions for this position. If you exaggerate or falsify your experience, education and/or your responses to questions, your ratings are subject to change or you may be removed from employment consideration.

PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE A PHOTO OF YOURSELF IN YOUR RESUME OR OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION.

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR EXPERIENCE IS CLEARLY DOCUMENTED IN YOUR RESUME OTHERWISE YOU MAY BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcements. 

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. This vacancy will be filled through OPM's Direct Hire Authority.  Veterans' preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to positions filled under this authority.

Your application will be evaluated for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience and/or education meet the minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.  All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and other basic requirements will be referred and are eligible for selection.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcements.