IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Plcypln)

• *IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN)**

We are seeking a highly skilled IT Cybersecurity Specialist to play a pivotal role in shaping our organization's cybersecurity posture through advanced policy and planning. This position involves evaluating new technologies, developing robust implementation strategies, and ensuring compliance with enterprise architecture and risk management frameworks.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Evaluate new cybersecurity tools and platforms against established technical, operational, and security criteria.
• Synthesize evaluation results into actionable recommendations for senior leadership on adoption strategies and risk management.
• Develop detailed implementation proposals, including comprehensive project plans, resource allocations, and deployment timelines.
• Prepare accurate cost analyses, budget justifications, and expenditure forecasts for cybersecurity initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Provide expert consultation and subject matter expertise to various stakeholders, aligning technology decisions with mission objectives.
• *Required Qualifications:**
• Minimum one year of specialized experience in cybersecurity, equivalent to the GS-13 level (Federal service, military, or private sector).
• Demonstrated experience in evaluating cybersecurity tools, developing implementation plans, conducting cost analyses, and contributing to policy development and refinement.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to advise leadership on complex cybersecurity matters.