KEY REQUIREMENTS



• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Suitability for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Must meet the Selective Service requirements, if applicable.
• You must complete the questionnaire and provide all required documents.

As an Information Technology Specialist (Security), located in the Division of Information Security Policy Compliance of the Enterprise Information Security Group, Office of Information Services, you will perform the following duties.

·     Draft IT policies and related standards in accordance with the Department of Health and Human Services and other Federal government requirements;

·     Develop procedures, awareness programs, and supporting templates to aid stakeholders in developing HHS certification and accreditation;

·     Develop draft strategies for developing the system development quality assurance (QA) program;

·     May serve as the Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) to formulate project plans and statements of work (SOW) in support of IT initiatives;

·     Provide technical direction to task team members and contractors;

·     Provide audit liaison support to IT operations.

In order to be qualified for this position, you must possess the following experience to fulfill the basic requirement:   IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following; (1) Attention to Detail – being thorough when evaluating Information Technology (IT) and conscientious about attending to detail in the application of IT guidance, policies and procedures; (2) Customer Service – Working with clients and customers (e.g. management, information technology personnel , organizations, etc...)  assessing technology needs, providing highly technical information or assistance, resolving IT problems, providing alternative IT solutions or services;   and demonstrating commitment to providing quality products and services; (3) Oral Communication – Expressing highly technical information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information;   delivering  technically authoritative and persuasive oral presentations; listening to others, attending to nonverbal cues; and responding appropriately; (4) Problem Solving – identifying issues in development or operations of Information Technology or Systems, determining the accuracy and relevance of information; using expert judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives; and to making recommendations.
 
AND, you must possess the following experience the qualify for the respective grade level.

GS-09: Possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service 1) Developing procedures and awareness programs, under the guidance of a supervisor or senior-level specialist, to aid stakeholders in developing security certification or accreditation; 2) Providing input in drafting information systems security documentation (e.g., systems security plans, risk assessments, disaster recovery plans, business continuity plans, user security guides, and policies); AND 3) Preparing reports, that are reviewed by a senior specialist or supervisor, that capture the status of systems' compliance with IT security metrics. OR
Possess a Master's or higher degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or a field 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.

GS-11:  Possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service 1) Developing procedures and awareness programs to aid stakeholders in developing security certification or accreditation; 2) Drafting information systems security documentation (e.g., systems security plans, risk assessments, disaster recovery plans, business continuity plans, user security guides, and policies); 3) Preparing reports that capture the status of systems' compliance with IT security metrics, AND 4) Providing technical direction and guidance to task team members or contractors in order to fulfill IT service deliverables. OR
Possess a PhD or equivalent degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or a field 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.

If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.  Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.

Foreign Education:  If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program.  For further information, click on foreign education

All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59pm (Eastern Time) on Friday, September 21, 2012.

Conditions of Employment:

1. Security and Background Requirements: If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees.  Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.  Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action.  In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time.  Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.  False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.

2. E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.  Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system.  The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.

3. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

4. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

5. Financial disclosure statement required.

6. One-year probationary period may be required.

7. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will be paid: No

8. Bargaining Unit Position: Yes

9. Drug Screening Required: No

10. Recruitment incentives may be authorized:  No

11. Student loan repayment incentive authorized: No

12. Annual leave for non-federal service authorized: No

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made if you are within reach and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.  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. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

• IT Certification
• IT Quality Assurance
• Contract Management
• Written Communication
• Project Management
• Oral Communication

To preview the assessment questionnaire, click the following link:  View Occupational Questionnaire

The Federal government offers a comprehensive benefits package.  Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.opm.gov/retire/retire_jobseekers.asp.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Veterans' Preference: Under Direct Hire Authority, a veteran will not receive veteran's preference points added to their score.  However, if you are normally entitled to 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 (Member Copy 4) or an official statement (including Character of Service) from your command if currently on active duty.  If you are normally entitled to 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the DD-214, you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference) and the required supporting documents listed on that form.  For more information on veterans' preference see www.fedshirevets.gov.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):  This program applies to Federal workers whose positions have been deemed 'surplus' or no longer needed, or an employee has been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service.  To receive selection priority for this position, you must be rated 'well-qualified'.  For information on how to apply and what documents to submit as a ICTAP eligible, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp

Selective Service:  The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12/31/59 who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment to this position.  For further information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/.

Click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.  Follow the prompts to complete the on-line assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To return to your saved application materials, log in at: https://applicationmanager.gov/ and click on Vacancy ID 740232.

If you cannot apply online, you will need to:

1) Print the instructions and questionnaire by clicking View Occupational Questionnaire.

2) Print the 1203FX form to record your responses to the questionnaire.

3) Fax the completed 1203FX (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to:  1-478-757-3144.

4) Print the Fax Cover Page and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g., résumé, transcripts, veterans documentation, etc.) to the same fax number above.

Please do not complete steps 1-4 above if you are applying on-line.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Your Résumé - You are encouraged to use the USAJobs online resume builder to ensure that all required information is in your resume.  If you use your own résumé, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that include beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed.

• Responses to the Assessment Questionnaire

Other Supporting Documents: (Only submit if applicable to you.)

• College transcripts: (which include your name, college/university name/contact information; type of degree, date degree confirmed; major; list of courses with sem/quarter hours completed; GPA, etc.

• Veterans' Preference documentation, (e.g., Copy of DD-214 provided must show type of discharge/character of service; VA Letter and SF-15, if applicable).

• ICTAP documentation

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT (EASTERN TIME) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT

 

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AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

You will be notified of your status when the list of candidates has been referred to the hiring manager for employment consideration.