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Position Title: IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Program Manager)
Agency: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Announcement Number: NRMC-DHA-11879129-23-AW Opens in new window
Open Period: Thursday, March 16, 2023 to Thursday, March 30, 2023

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Eligibilities

1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

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; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

A. Yes

B. No

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:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

A. Yes

B. No

Assessment 1

Thank you for your interest in the IT Cybersecurity Specialist position with the Department of Homeland Security, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.

1. Please select the following response that indicates how you meet the basic requirement for this position.

A. I have IT related experience demonstrating each of the four required competencies: 1. Attention to Detail - is through when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (this, 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 judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

B. I do not have IT-related experience demonstrating all of the above defined competencies.

2. Select the one statement from the choices below that show how you meet the qualification requirements for this position at the GS-15 level.

A. I have at least one year of full-time specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-14 level in the Federal service, with experience in performing the following duties: 1) Studying, reviewing, and analyzing cybersecurity and infrastructure plans and operations to determine risks and develop and communicate improved business process solutions to mitigate that risk; 2) Serving as advisor to managers and decision makers on cybersecurity and infrastructure projects and initiatives; 3) Developing and maintaining strategic plans for cybersecurity and infrastructure enterprises; 4) Providing guidance and oversight on the acquisition process for information security requirements; and 5) Preparing and presenting synopses and reports on cybersecurity and infrastructure research, development, integration, risk management, and implementation efforts.

B. I do not meet the requirements described above and do not qualify for this position.

3. 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 international 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.

A. Yes, I certify to the accuracy of my application and all information provided.

B. No, I am not willing to certify to the accuracy of my application or continuing with the application process.

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