The Volpe Center Office of Information Technology seeks an Information Technology Security (INFOSEC) Specialist to serve as the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), assigned to the DOT Volpe Center, Cambridge MA. Working under the DOT Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) the Volpe ISSM reports directly to the Volpe Director of the Office of Information Technology ensuring effective coordination and implementation of DOT Cyber security policies and directives across the Center.
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications. To qualify for the Grade 14, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13, it must include: Experience planning and managing IT Security systems and providing expert advice in the areas of IT Security compliance; IT Security policy and procedure development and security threats. Experience implementing and managing IT security programs project management. In addition to meeting the above described specialized experience requirements, your IT experience will be evaluated and be expected to include described experience in the following competencies: Attention to Detail: Work is thorough and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service: Working with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, providing information or assistance, assigning staff to resolve their problems, or satisfying their expectations; knowing about available products and services; committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication: Expressing 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); making clear and convincing oral presentations; listening to others, attending to nonverbal cues, and responding appropriately. Problem Solving: Identifying problems; determining accuracy and relevance of information; using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and making recommendations based on technical requirements. For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
As the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), you will: Provide expertise in information systems security effectively participating on DOT cyber security working groups to develop long range plans for IT security systems that anticipate; identify; evaluate; mitigate; and minimize risks for DOT systems. Serve as a Senior Program/Project Leader, functioning as a recognized expert for DOT IT Operations and the Volpe Center in a highly specialized field and providing expert contributions to the division’s programs. As a Senior Program/Project Leader, you will represent DOT IT Operations and the Volpe Center as a highly credible expert. Manages the Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS); Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS); deploying and managing Firewall systems; conducting network IT security scans and effectively resolving vulnerabilities; deploying/testing continuity of operations plans; communicating IT security best practices and policies as needed. Develop project plans, budgets and schedules; estimating resource requirements and allocations; defining milestones and deliverables; preparing required procurement documentation. Oversee contractor support staff to ensure the integrity and availability of the Local Area Network (LAN) systems. Ensure that systems are designed, maintained, and operated to meet Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) and DOT standards. Provide in-house technical expertise for the resolution of cyber security technical problems. The Ideal candidate is mastered in a broad area of information technology, information security, and project management, and the comprehension of their interrelationship in arriving at the desired end results. The incumbent is an expert in conducting system security evaluations and reviews, and for developing and implementing programs to ensure compliance with appropriate systems security polices and guidelines.