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Position Title
IT Cybersecurity Specialist
Agency
Office of Management and Budget
Announcement Number
DE-12124005-23-QLC Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, September 25, 2023 to Saturday, September 30, 2023
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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.
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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.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualifications: This section includes items related to the minimum qualifications for this vacancy. Please select the response that best describes your experience and demonstrates your ability to perform as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC). (limit characters)
1. Select one response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the GS-14, IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC). (limit characters)
2. Select one response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the GS-15, IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC).
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For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
3. Develops an Information Technology (IT) Plan that ensures confidentiality, availability, and integrity of information systems in compliance with FIMSA. (limit characters)
4. Implements and evaluates program management milestones for Information Technology (IT) Programs. (limit characters)
5. Oversees the execution of security plans, risk assessments, continuity of operations plans, security vulnerability and system security penetration testing, and evaluation plans in order to monitor the agency's performance. (limit characters)
6. Maintains and provides oversight of security systems attached to unclassified or classified networks for confidentiality of automated systems.
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7. Reviews agency's performance through FISMA metrics, CAP goal performance, annual independence evaluation result, and ISCM strategies.
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8. Monitors and tracks state-of-the art Information Technology (IT) principles and methods, current trends, and security impacts of social applications.
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9. Renders advice to management officials regarding information security programs and initiatives. (limit characters)
10. Develops and presents briefs to management officials on complex and/or controversial issues. (limit characters)
11. Coordinates development and/or evaluation of complex budget, program, and legislative proposals. (limit characters)
12. Applies a wide-range of complex analytic and evaluative methods and techniques to direct, conduct, and complete special analyses and studies that support budget, legislative, and regulatory policymaking for information technology (IT), digital services, and information security programs. (limit characters)
13. Plans and conducts systematic analysis and examination of qualitative and quantitative records and reports complex problematic and technical information that may impact the agency's budget and operations. (limit characters)
14. Utilizes analytical techniques to evaluate Federal programs, procedures, and actions. (limit characters)
15. Establishes milestones for completion of complex assignments, special projects, and high priority tasks.
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16. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to adequately address risks and develop cybersecurity policies.
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17. Resolves complaints and/or addresses controversial issues with tact and diplomacy.
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18. 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 associate with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled, 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 responded "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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