This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Depart of Defense (DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: The incumbent serves as the Chief, Cyber Security Directorate for the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Enterprise Information Technology. As an IT Security Specialist, incumbent provides leadership and subject matter expertise for cyber security policy, oversight and compliance.
Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens To qualify you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal Service which includes: Supervise multiple projects and programs involving complex technical issues related to control systems AND 2) Develop policy and procedure regarding inventory, threat and assessment of control systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-14). The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined: (1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: leading others by setting the standards for the quality of work, even in the most difficult and/or high pressure circumstances; reviewing and editing work completed by others to ensure that the quality of work meets acceptable work standards. (2) Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work 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; is committed to providing quality products and services. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: using expertise and experience to address complex problems, questions, or complaints; anticipating customer needs and modify the team's work activities, processes, and practices to meet these needs; collaborating across team and outside of own team to organize planning sessions that elicit ideas for improving customer service and support. (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. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: clearly explaining and defending complex ideas, appropriately adapting to each audience's level of knowledge; actively listening and clarifying points when presenting highly complex and controversial findings; using well-constructed, fact-based arguments to persuade stakeholders/officials to take action on suggestions for improvement. (4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: providing precedent setting solutions to unique problems not previously encountered; helping team make decisions which are complicated by the number and nature of existing policy, guidelines, and organizational goals; identifying the root causes of problems; developing systemic solutions to address them and prevent them from reoccurring.
Provide leadership and subject matter expertise for verification and validation activities relating primarily to the Agency’s implementation of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and the Clinger-Cohen.
Serve as the focal point to oversee the program and planning efforts ensuring maximum support and integration of network defense and operations managing specific risks associated with fielding of information systems and supporting efforts.
Oversee the management of the Agency Enterprise IT security program, e.g., ensures that appropriate management, operational and technical control programs are included in the USACE Enterprise security program.
Conduct USACE-wide IT systems security reviews/audits vulnerability assessments, risk assessments or evaluations regarding compliance with security requirements in accordance with applicable government regulations.
Manage the Agency’s CSSP program and is responsible for Agency response to ARCYBER operational tasking.
Present briefings and recommendations concerning cyber-threats and incidents to top levels of management, including the Commanding General and Deputy Commanding General.