IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC/APPSW)
What you'd do
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Major duties
You will ensure the development and implementation of security requirements and security practices are incorporated throughout the system engineering lifecycle (SELC) and engineering maintenance of solutions, applications, etc. You will implement and configure host and network firewalls, logging, and Intrusion Prevention Systems/Intrusion Detection Systems (IPS/IDS) at the highest appropriate level of security. You will assess systems for shortcomings related to business requirements, functionality, or policy compliance and develops and documents steps to mitigate. You will acquire, manage, and allocate resources to initiate and update cyber security authorization packages.
What you need to qualify
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Managing the day-to-day security posture, maintain compliance documentation, and coordinate the continuous monitoring of Risk Management Framework authorized system. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
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