IT Cybersecurity Specialist

Duties Serves as a Senior Operational Technology (OT) Analyst for cybersecurity at the OT Monitoring Center (OTMC) under the direction of the Deputy Director, US Army Corp of Engineers (USACE). Provides technical leadership in SIEM, Big Data Platform (BDP) including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine Learning (ML) solutions both on premise and in the cloud environments. Provides Cyber Network Defense /Defensive Cyber Operations (CND/DCO) methodologies to SIEM, BDP, AI and ML architectures and designs to promote centralized Attack Sensing and Warning. Provides technical expertise, advice, and oversight regarding all aspects of the OT Monitoring System (OTMS) and OTMC for the continuous monitoring of control systems. Analyzes tool workload, monitors capacity and performance, diagnoses, and resolves alerting problems, develops SIEM backup and recovery procedures. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Incumbent is part of the Random Drug Testing Program. Must submit to a drug test upon appointment and then randomly thereafter. As a condition of employment within six months of appointment incumbent must possess or be able to obtain and maintain the certification as a CSSP Analyst, CSSP Incident Responder or CSS Infrastructure Support. Essential Personnel: Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard to declarations of liberal leave or government closures due to weather, protests, acts of terrorism, or lack of funding. This position is an on-call 24X7 and/or incumbent may be required to work overtime as mission requires. TDY may be required up to 25% of the time. May be required to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. Passport. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . Special Note: All experience areas shall additionally demonstrate each of the following: 1)Attention to Detail, 2) Customer Service, 3) Oral Communication, and 4) Problem Solving." GS-13 Specialized experience: One year of specialized experience which includes at least 2 of the 3 following: (1) developing cyber security concepts, theories, and cyber protection techniques to review proposed new systems, networks and software designs OR (2) providing expert technical advice on IT architectures and infrastructures, including design features and operational processes OR (3) recognizing cyber security deficiencies by monitoring threat conditions and providing documentation explaining DOD cyber requirements and vendor cyber services. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). GS-12 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes at least 2 of the 3 following: 1) Experience analyzing cybersecurity events to ensure system integrity against technical and physical risks, OR 2) Identifying vulnerabilities or inadequate cybersecurity in Operational Technology, OR 3) Reviewing impact of cybersecurity policies and procedures to present recommendations for improvement. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes at least 2 of the 3 following: (1) Network defense subject matter expert for alert and warning tools, environments, and services OR (2) Analyzing new cybersecurity tool initiatives and technologies for potential organizational use OR (3) Analyzes tool workload, system performance, diagnoses, and resolves alerting problems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-9). OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited or pre-accredited institution in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management; or, three full years of graduate education from an accredited or pre-accredited institution that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks.(Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) GS-9 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes at least 2 of the 3 following: (1) Collaborate with other analysts and technical leads to monitor intrusion detection systems (IDS) OR (2) monitoring network activity and analyzing it for evidence of suspicious behavior to report events that occur or might occur within the control system OR (3) communicate security issues and control gaps to leadership. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-8). OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited or pre-accredited institution in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management; or, two full years of graduate education from an accredited or pre-accredited institution that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks.(Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) 34 Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. 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