- Position Title
- Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC)
- Agency
- Drug Enforcement Administration
- Announcement Number
- H-DEA-25-12644474-MP-DFAS Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, April 2, 2025 to Friday, April 11, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former employee at certain Land Management agencies under time-limited competitive appointment?
If you are a current Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years, AND
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
If you are a former Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years.
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Must apply for a position covered by these provisions within 2 years after their most recent date of separation AND
Must have been separated, with respect to their most recent separation, for reasons other than misconduct or performance.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit your SF-50 and performance rating. If performance rating is not available, a reference from a supervisor at each employing agency who is able to attest to satisfactory performance is acceptable.
If you are a current Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years, AND
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
If you are a former Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years.
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Must apply for a position covered by these provisions within 2 years after their most recent date of separation AND
Must have been separated, with respect to their most recent separation, for reasons other than misconduct or performance.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit your SF-50 and performance rating. If performance rating is not available, a reference from a supervisor at each employing agency who is able to attest to satisfactory performance is acceptable.
3.
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.
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. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
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.
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. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
4.
Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
• Current Federal or former employees with career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a position at the same or lower grade level with a lower promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligible (veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military; OR, are entitled to veterans' preference?
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your Permanent or Conditional Tenure and Competitive Service status. Your SF-50 should demonstrate your eligibility for consideration, e.g., length of time you have been in your current grade, your highest grade held, your promotion potential/full performance of your current position, and proof of permanent or conditional tenure. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, within-grade increases and appointments - Award SF-50s will not be accepted. You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to satisfy this requirement. Your SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
• Current Federal or former employees with career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a position at the same or lower grade level with a lower promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligible (veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military; OR, are entitled to veterans' preference?
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your Permanent or Conditional Tenure and Competitive Service status. Your SF-50 should demonstrate your eligibility for consideration, e.g., length of time you have been in your current grade, your highest grade held, your promotion potential/full performance of your current position, and proof of permanent or conditional tenure. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, within-grade increases and appointments - Award SF-50s will not be accepted. You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to satisfy this requirement. Your SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
- Career or Career-conditional (Block 24: Tenure field is 1-Permanent or 2 - Conditional);
- Status in the Competitive Service (Block 34: Position Occupied field is 1- Competitive Service); AND,
- For current Federal employees, the most recent SF-50 must be dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement); OR,
- For former Federal employees, your separation action from federal service.
5.
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.
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 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.
• 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 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.
6.
Do you meet one of the following Non-Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
• Current Federal or former employee that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Disabled veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA; or,
• Individual with a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment; or
• Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, Vista or Action volunteers; Present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documents. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service; a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement; etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
• Current Federal or former employee that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Disabled veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA; or,
• Individual with a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment; or
• Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, Vista or Action volunteers; Present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documents. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service; a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement; etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
7.
Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment?
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
8.
Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee?
Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and,
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
Preferences
1.
Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee?
Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and,
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC) position with the Federal Government. Your responses to the questions below will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Your resume and application materials must support the level of experience and/or education you claim in this questionnaire. If, after a complete review of your application package, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible for this position.
1.
Please select the ONE response that BEST describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC), at the GS-14 grade level.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
Do you have the following IT-related experience demonstrated in each of the four competencies listed below:
1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientiously attends to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individual who uses or receives the services or products that your work or 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; and 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 judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientiously attends to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individual who uses or receives the services or products that your work or 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; and 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 judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or I am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Provides administrative and technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of a group.
4.
Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to staff supervised.
5.
Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members, which are clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system.
6.
Develops work improvement plans and provides advice and counsel related to work and administrative matters.
7.
Assures that subordinates are trained and fully comply with the provisions of procedures, policies and regulations.
8.
Independently develops plans to mitigate risk.
9.
Develops new standards and techniques to the integrity, availability or authorized access to systems or applications.
10.
Develops policies and procedures on systems reliability and incident prevention.
11.
Conducts systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews.
12.
Analyzes and defines cyber security policy requirements.
13.
Executes business process improvement methods, business analysis, data analysis, and requirements management concepts.
14.
Manages and monitors multiple IT projects to include: planning, scheduling, resource management, and team building.
15.
Leads tasks such as, business analysis, data analysis, requirement analysis, and business workflow development.
16.
Leads tasks to organize, plan, manage, and direct the work of personnel responsible for the development of business requirements for highly complex IT projects.
17.
Demonstrates success in working with senior management, federal departments and agencies, contractors and vendors.
18.
Communicates effectively with individuals or groups in a formal or informal information technology (IT) settings, expressing and/or presenting a variety of information (e.g., factual, conceptual, technical, sensitive, controversial, etc.).
19.
Develops tactics and arranges completion of work. Establishes and leads enterprise-wide, cross-functional strategic initiatives.
20.
Anticipates future requirements, and collaborates with others to create a wide-range of plans.
21.
Writes policy with wide influence, such as policies on information technology; cybersecurity; training guides; or written advisory opinions to upper level management.
22.
Modifies existing policies, processes or creates new methods for presenting highly technical or classified information to upper level management.
23.
Evaluates new software applications for possible security risk.
24.
Interprets and completes challenging cybersecurity support requests.
25.
Supplies analysis and creates fixes for highly complex cyber security problems.
26.
Resolves critical issues with validated software/equipment and new technology/software.
27.
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 I will not be considered for employment if I do not respond "Yes" to this certification item.