Office of Administration Logo
Position Title
IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)
Agency
Office of Administration
Announcement Number
EOP-OA-12115926-23-CP-DHA Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 to Wednesday, September 20, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. 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, and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (non-award).

For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
(limit characters)
3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a Federal agency other than the Executive Office of the President? 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.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. 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, and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (non-award).

For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
(limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. Do you understand the agency requires 30 days on site before being eligible to participate in the telework program. (limit characters)
2. All individuals must have IT related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving. Select the letter corresponding to the statement that most closely matches how you meet the basic requirement for the Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) position.
(limit characters)
3. Please select one response which best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for a Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-9. (limit characters)
4. Please select one response which best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for a Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC), GS-2210-11. (limit characters)
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
5. Coordinates and executes in-person Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) engagements as well as managing a Cybersecurity Jira platform. (limit characters)
6. Works with Windows operation systems and associated tools for monitoring, management, and incident response. (limit characters)
7. Works with a gateway systems including firewalls, web proxies, and email gateways. (limit characters)
8. Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of new technology and other developments in the field of threat intelligence. (limit characters)
9. Develops, reviews, and coordination of Cybersecurity and Computer Network Defense operations to support plans/procedures that drive cloud incident response. (limit characters)
10. Researches emerging technologies and potential impacts related to cyber threats. (limit characters)
11. Assesses security events to determine impact and recommending corrective security actions. (limit characters)
12. Familiarity with security compliance monitoring, and IT security audits to ensure the security and reliability of information systems.
(limit characters)
13. Maintains awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations' visions and goals.
(limit characters)
14. Researches multiple information sources to identify threat activity relevant to IT systems. (limit characters)
15. Monitors and assess security events to determine impact to implement corrective actions. (limit characters)
16. Acts as a liaison with internal and external partners to collaborate and acquire information from other cyber entities in order to better understand threats to the environment and assets. (limit characters)
17. 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.
(limit characters)