SummaryThis position is part of the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response, Department of Energy. As a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (CYBERMGT), you will be a recognized expert in IT Cybersecurity Program Manager, who provides independent cyber security guidance, management services, advice, and recommendations to DOE leadership, officials of other Federal Agencies and DOE stakeholders.
Duties- Direct the planning, implementation, and long-term sustainment of Department-wide cybersecurity programs, projects, and strategic initiatives to safeguard enterprise networks and mission systems.
- Serve as an authoritative technical expert and consultant to senior DOE executives, interagency working groups, and external partners on complex cybersecurity policies, emerging technologies, and risk management.
- Interpret and implement federal and commercial cybersecurity directives (e.g., NIST, CISA, OMB) to evaluate system compliance, mitigate cyber risk, and resolve intractable IT security issues.
- Oversee the design, installation, configuration, testing, and administration of dedicated cyber defense hardware, software, and tools to ensure system resilience and operational performance.
- Lead system vulnerability scans, security assessments, and audit reviews to detect deviations from established baselines and recommend remediation strategies across enterprise platforms.
- Justify program requirements, develops resource and staffing plans, and determines technical training needs to align cyber capabilities with mission objectives and protect classified information.
RequirementsConditions of employment- You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
- If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
- You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of entering the position and annually.
- This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing thereafter. Failure to test or a positive result on random drug tests conducted after appointment may result in removal from Federal employment.
- A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.
- This position has been designated as Special-Sensitive (High Risk) and requires a security clearance at the Top Secret. The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain this clearance; failure to do so may result in separation from federal service.
- Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
- This position is not included in a Bargaining Unit.
QualificationsBASIC REQUIREMENT: Applicants must have
IT-related education and experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below at a proficiency level equivalent to the next lower grade level in federal service.
- Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- 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.
- 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.
- Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of 4 of the following:
- Lead and manage cybersecurity or IT security projects from planning through execution, including developing project schedules, tracking milestones, allocating technical resources, and evaluating project performance using structured project management or Agile frameworks.
- Direct or oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise cyber defense tools, hardware, and software to protect complex network infrastructures and sensitive data systems.
- Lead technical vulnerability assessments, system scans, and cyber risk analyses across enterprise systems to identify security weaknesses and engineer remediation or mitigation strategies.
- Evaluate IT systems against formal cybersecurity standards, security control frameworks, and compliance mandates (such as NIST SP 800-53/RMF, ISO 27001, CMMC, or equivalent industry/federal standards) to maintain system authorizations, approve security plans, and remediate compliance deficiencies.
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.
CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.EducationThere are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional information- Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions.
- This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
- For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov
- Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available.
- Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement.
- Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://www.energy.gov/hc/articles/reasonable-accommodation-and-personal-assistance-service-procedure
- Veterans Information: https://www.energy.gov/careers/veterans-military-spouses
- Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/
- The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at [redacted].
- CTAP/ICTAP Note: While a formal performance appraisal is highly recommended and requested to expedite your evaluation, if your agency-issued RIF separation notice or other official separation documentation explicitly states that your performance was at least "Fully Successful" (or equivalent) and notes your rating of record, it may be accepted in lieu of a formal performance appraisal. Failure to provide any documentation proving a rating of at least "Fully Successful" or equivalent will result in the loss of your priority consideration.
- Appointments made under the DHA are processed as "new" appointments. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b).
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