IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

Quick Facts

• Role: IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC) acting in an ISSO capacity

• Level: GS-12

Description

Serve as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems, operational technology, networks, and data. Develop and maintain information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools; investigate and analyze cyber incidents; and help ensure systems remain reliable and accessible while defending against unauthorized access.

Requirements

• U.S. citizen or national

• Registered or exempt from the Selective Service

• Suitable for federal employment based on background investigation

• Secret clearance required

• Intermediate cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISM/CISSO/FITSP-M/GCIA/GCSA/GCIH/GSLC/GICSP/CISSP-ISSMP/CISSP) within 9 months of appointment

• Residential ISSO Core Competency Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) within 12 months of entry

• GS-12 specialized experience: at least one full year equivalent to GS-11 and experience demonstrating ability to perform duties at the required level (must meet 3 of 7 specialized experience areas, including RMF-aligned security assessments; vulnerability assessment; monitoring and system security plan updates; change/security-impact management; POA&M creation; system administration/network/OS hardening; and network security architecture/defense-in-depth)

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement and Thrift Savings Plan; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; paid leave and federal holidays

• May include flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance, and health/wellness programs

• Employee training and development opportunities