IT Cybersecurity Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Information Technology Specialist with a focus on cybersecurity to join our federal team at either the GS-13 or GS-14 level. This role involves ensuring the security of our digital infrastructure and providing expert guidance on cyber threats and solutions.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• **At the GS-13 Level:**

* Provide technical advice, counsel, and instruction on critical cybersecurity issues. * Conduct cybersecurity assessments and penetration tests, analyzing program data. * Coordinate technical cybersecurity efforts across agency departments. * Exchange information on cybersecurity requirements and prepare reports, briefings, and summaries.

• **At the GS-14 Level:**

* Lead a digital services team to establish and maintain a secure environment for mission objectives. * Evaluate new and existing systems, networks, and software for security risks, recommending mitigation strategies. * Manage and lead assessments of databases, applications, and information system components. * Develop and recommend methodologies to enhance the security of cloud-based infrastructure.

• *Required Competencies:**

All applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the following core areas:

• **Attention to Detail:** Thorough and conscientious in all work.
• **Customer Service:** Assess client needs, provide support, and deliver quality products/services.
• **Oral Communication:** Effectively express information, make clear presentations, and listen actively.
• **Problem Solving:** Identify issues, evaluate information, and develop sound recommendations.
• *Required Experience:**
• Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12 for GS-13 applicants, GS-13 for GS-14 applicants) in the federal service or equivalent.
• Specialized experience should equip you with the necessary competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the position's duties.
• Relevant paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, will be credited. Your resume must clearly describe this experience.