Summary

PLEASE NOTE: Based on the current hiring restrictions, selectees may be subject to additional approvals prior to an offer being extended.

This position is located at Bureau of the Fiscal Service, Information Assurance Division. As an IT Program Manager, you will support and maintain the bureau's compliance with the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA).

Duties

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***Important: This vacancy uses a two-phase application process. This is Phase 1 of 2 for this vacancy***

To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the application process.

You must complete this announcement first. At the end of this questionnaire, there is an exclusive link to the Phase 2 announcement. You must click on that link to complete and submit the required Work Sample assessment.

To complete the full application process, you must submit applications under both announcements. Both announcements must show Application Submitted for your application to be complete. You will only receive status updates under the first announcement.

Additional guidance for completing Phase 2 will be provided in the Phase 2 announcement. Phase 2 is expected to take at least one hour to complete.

Failure to complete and submit both announcements will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.

As an IT Program Manager, you will:

• Coordinate the development of Fiscal Service's information security program.
• Build a Bureau-wide information security policy and risk management program ensuring that the security policies and procedures align with Federal, Treasury, and other bureau policies, standards, and guidance.

• Manage the IT Security Program for the Bureau. Manage, coordinate, communicate, integrate and is accountable for the overall success of the IT Security Program by ensuring the program and Bureau goals align with critical Treasury policies, priorities and goals.
• Provide IT audit support to the bureau and auditors.

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Conditions of employment

• All newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.
• A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation. Periodic reinvestigation is required no later than five years after selection and at least every succeeding five years.
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
• Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
• Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.

Key Requirements:

1. Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
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3. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.

For the GS-15, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes ALL of the following:

- Led and managed an organization wide Information Technology Security and Information Assurance Program, including knowledge of information security standards and regulatory requirements such as Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST), International Organization Standard (ISO) 27001, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other applicable government or industry frameworks.

- Directed multidisciplinary cybersecurity staff responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of cybersecurity governance and compliance functions.

- Collaborated with and advised senior leadership, staff, and stakeholders to establish strategic direction for Information Technology Security and Information Assurance Program initiatives.

In addition to meeting specialized experience, individuals must meet proficiency levels in each of the following competencies:

Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Decision Making, Information Management, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork, and Technical Competence.

A Work Sample assessment will be used to determine if you meet the required proficiency levels. To complete the Work Sample, you must use the exclusive link provided at the end of this announcement's questionnaire to access Phase 2.

For the required proficiency levels and competency definitions, please see the following link: Competency-Based Qualification Standard for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210

If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), achieve a well-qualified score of 85 or higher to receive priority consideration.

In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable:

For the GS-15, you must have been at the GS-14 level for 52 weeks.

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Additional information

• This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
• Factors such as cost effectiveness, labor market conditions and difficulties in filling the position will be reviewed in determining if payment of relocation expenses is in the best interest of the Government.
• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
• This is a non-bargaining unit position.
• This position is a Critical Sensitive position.
• Student loan repayment may be offered.
• We offer opportunities for telework.
• We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.

Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:

• Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
• Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
• Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
• A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
• A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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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 windowLearn more about federal 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.