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Position Title
Supervisory IT Cybersecurity Specialist INFOSEC
Agency
Office of the Secretary of Defense
Announcement Number
CES-12205591-24-SED Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, November 16, 2023 to Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for applying to the position of Supervisory Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC), GG-2210-15, with the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAO), Cyber Assurance Office. (limit characters)
1. Qualifications:

Select the one statement that best describes the experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Supervisory IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) at the GG-15 (GS-15 equivalent) grade level or equivalent pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector which has given the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and are typically related to the work of the position to be filled. Candidates for this position must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they possess the quality of experience.
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This position has Conditions of Employment that must be obtained prior to your start date and/or maintained for the duration of this employment.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
2. This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartment Information security clearance.
Are you willing to meet the security clearance requirement?
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3. This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the civilian drug-testing program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is to (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if required, submit to urinalysis testing. The selectee must sign statements acknowledging the position is identified as a TDP. Do you accept this condition of employment? (limit characters)
4. This position may require travel away from your normal duty station or military or commercial aircraft. Are you willing to meet the travel requirements? (limit characters)
In this part you will respond to questions about your experience as it relates to the position for which you are applying. Carefully review the level descriptions (A to E) listed below. For each task question, choose the level description that best describes your experience and/or training. Your responses must be fully supported within the text of your resume. Failure to properly identify your experience may result in the lowering of your overall score and/or your disqualification for this position. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Coordinates and builds consensus for cybersecurity policies and strategies. (limit characters)
6. Develop policy guidance to address use of new technologies (encryption, authentication, security controls). (limit characters)
7. Develop Information Technology strategy, policy, and guidance to ensure consistency and compliance. (limit characters)
8. Review applicable laws, statutes, and regulatory documents to integrate or develop policy and guidance. (limit characters)
9. Oversee the development and/or revision of cybersecurity strategies consistent with higher level national strategy. (limit characters)
10. Advises senior management on matters regarding cybersecurity and provides recommended coarse of action.
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11. Builds and maintains effective working relationships and partners with members across the Department and interagency to gain concurrence on cybersecurity and system protection. (limit characters)
12. Defend adjustments to programs, projects and activities in response to changes in customer requirements or governing guidance.
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13. Leads and/or participates in discussions, meetings, conferences, or special projects. (limit characters)
14. Provides advice on complex cybersecurity issues in order to focus senior leaders' attention on issues pertaining to policy implementation. (limit characters)
15. Utilizes knowledge of political sensitivities to aid in the interpretation of guidelines to govern policy decisions. (limit characters)
16. Write cybersecurity policies consistent with national-level policy issuances. (limit characters)
17. Evaluates and/reviews Congressional, GAO and Inspector General inquiries and prepares appropriate responses. (limit characters)
18. Reviews program and budget functions to identify areas requiring improvement. (limit characters)
19. Reviews data for compliance with quality standards to meet organizational goals. (limit characters)
20. Reviews materials and work products to ensure they are accurate, clear, and concise. (limit characters)
21. Participates in special projects; initiatives and identifies the need for special projects and establishes milestones and goals. (limit characters)
22. Builds and maintains effective working relationships and partnerships with stakeholders and external partners. (limit characters)
23. Represents the organization on working groups, steering groups; or other meetings, conferences, and seminars, including chairing such groups or meetings when the meeting is in the incumbent's areas of assignment on an as needed basis. (limit characters)
24. Works at senior level to define, integrate, and implement strategic direction for vital programs with long-term impact. (limit characters)
25. Assesses and provides strategic direction for resolution of mission critical problems, policies and procedures. (limit characters)
26. Determine program requirements and capabilities and recommend appropriate actions on program direction for leadership decision. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
27. INTEGRITY CERTIFICATION
Your ratings in the questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents your submitted. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning: 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) have verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability as reflected in your resume.

Do you certify the accuracy of your responses?
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