Summary

As a Physical Access Controls Systems Post-Quantum Cryptography Manager, you will serve as an identity and access management subject matter expert for physical access control systems, and related technologies.

Location of position: Office of Government-wide Policy (OGP), Washington, D.C.

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

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1. Works on the development and government-wide implementation of digital identity governance models and business frameworks, including zero trust architecture principles and phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication standards. Develops models and frameworks through leading or participating in interagency committees, working groups, or private industry groups as a recognized authority of GSA. Coordinates government-wide adoption with senior government officials across the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Acts as the primary Division authority on private sector and federal government governance approaches, models, and business frameworks encompassing both security, equity, and transparent processes and activities, including Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) integration strategies.

2. Provides expert legislative review assistance on draft interpretation of public laws, regulations, congressional testimony, NIST special Publications (including SP 800-63, SP 800-157), OMB policies, DHS Binding Operational Directives, United States Code and the Code of Federal Regulations, Comptroller General and GAO audit decisions, and other legal precedents. Leverages knowledge of draft legislation to develop guidance and policy recommendations based on extensive analysis. Conducts hands-on testing and evaluation of physical access control systems for NIST standards compliance and PIV card functionality. Findings and recommendations ensure the agency requirements and guidance remain in conformance with ongoing governmental initiatives and policies.

3. Supports Identity Assurance and Trusted Access Division Director in developing long range plans and recommendations as to the best methods to meet organizational goals, objectives and adapt to changing needs based on knowledge of known and projected program or organizational requirements. Leads technical implementation of complex digital identity projects including FICAM architecture deployment, Trust Framework Solutions (TFS) program initiatives, and Post-Quantum Encryption (PQE) transition planning. Gathers technical requirements from interagency stakeholders and federal agency missions, documenting both policy and technical specifications for identity management systems.

4. Analyzes and identifies digital identity trends and recommends procedural or programmatic corrections to enhance the confidentiality, integrity, availability, and performance of federal agency ICAM systems. Conducts hands-on research and testing of emerging technology patterns including Post-Quantum Cryptography within identity, credentialing and access management disciplines. Performs technical evaluation of physical access control systems, PIV cards, and related authentication technologies. Works with other recognized technical experts within the agency to develop coordinated approaches to unique problems in areas where GSA, other Federal agencies or the private sector have limited prior involvement.

5. Serves as a coordinator and representative for the Identity Assurance and Trusted Access Division Director in meetings involving other internal and external organizations, providing expert advice on both policy and technical implementation matters. Develops technical briefings and presentations on complex identity management topics including HSPD-12 compliance, FICAM architecture, and emerging authentication technologies. Provides hands-on subject matter expertise for physical access control systems and represents the agency's technical capabilities on interagency task forces and standards development efforts.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
• Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

• Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
• Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
• Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 5 investigation level). You must be granted this clearance before you can start the job.
• Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
• Submit to periodic and random drug testing where a urinalysis will be used to screen for illegal drug use. A negative test result is required before you start.

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide:

• the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
• number of hours per week you worked (if part time).

If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.

The GS-14 salary range starts at $143,913 per year.

If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.

Applicants applying for the GS-14 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the 9 competencies AND one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service as described below:

IT SPECIALIST COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.
• Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
• Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.
• Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations
• 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.
• Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
• Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Specialized experience is experience identifying IT system control vulnerabilities, risks and protection needs; resolving issues and problems involving IT systems security; implementing information system security policies, standards and guidelines; and, providing technical advice, comments and recommendations to management officials on security requirements.

Education

Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.

If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:
• Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

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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.

Benefits

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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.

You will have access to many benefits including:

• Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
• Life insurance coverage with several options
• Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
• Flexible work schedules
• Transit and child care subsidies
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term care insurance
• Training and development

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.