- Position Title
- IT Specialist (INFOSEC)
- Agency
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
- Announcement Number
- DHA-10950050-21-JC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, November 25, 2020 to Saturday, July 31, 2021
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
Preferences
1.
Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
It is important to note that all of your responses are subject to review and verification. If after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and or experience, you will be rated ineligible or your score will be lowered.
1.
Select one statement from the choices below to show how you meet the qualification requirements for this position at the GS-09 level.
2.
Select one statement from the choices below to show how you meet the qualification requirements for this position at the GS-11 level.
3.
Select one statement from the choices below to show how you meet the qualification requirements for this position at the GS-12 level.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Resolve integration issues related to the implementation of new systems with the existing infrastructure.
5.
Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerability, risks and protection needs of activities.
6.
Assist in the development of long-range plans for IT security systems that anticipate, identify, evaluate and minimize risks associated with IT systems vulnerabilities.
7.
Evaluate security incident response policies in order to provide recommendations for an organization.
8.
Implement cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation).
9.
Monitor integration of security programs with other IT programs and services for an organization.
10.
Review proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks.
11.
Define the scope and level of detail for security plans and policies applicable to a security program.
12.
Identify need for changes based on new security technologies or threats.
13.
Assess new systems design methodologies to improve software quality for an organization.
14.
Provide technical advice and guidance to Department managers on information security problems and issues.
15.
Provide technical support to those seeking assistance with the network.
16.
Provide advice to customers on the application of operating systems.
17.
Provide technical support to enterprise-wide cyber defense technicians to resolve cyber defense incidents.
18.
Perform cyber defense incident triage to identify the specific system vulnerability.
19.
Document cyber security incidents that may cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment.
20.
Escalate network incidents to the appropriate technical staff to provide remediation.
21.
Utilize techniques for detecting host and network-based intrusions using intrusion detection technologies.
22.
Provide recommendations that enable expeditious remediation.
23.
Evaluate security incident response policies to implement ways to avoid potential security risks.
24.
Conduct risk assessments to identify protection needs of activities.
25.
Manage application programming to predict impact on all systems.
26.
Integrate security programs across disciplines to help define the level of detail for security plans.
27.
Listen to problematic concerns related to system malfunctions to provide thorough advice and guidance.
28.
Communicate computer networking concepts to individuals seeking technological support.
29.
Trouble shoot connectivity problems for customers to ensure minimal impact to operations
30.
Provide advice and assistance to customers on the application of operating systems.
31.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.