IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Data Management)
What you'd do
This vacancy is for a GS-2210-14, IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Data Management) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Deputy Commandant for Systems (CG-DCS), Director of Technology Readiness (CG-TECH), Office of Data & Analytics (CG-TECH-ODA), Data Integration Division (CG-TECH-ODA2), in New London, Connecticut.
Major duties
You will serve as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Data Management) and directly support the Data Integration Division (DID) Chief of the USCG. DID directly supports the USCG integrated data environment and works and collaborates the USCG ODA Data Strategy and Governance (DSG), Data Analytics Division (DAD) and USCG's Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) divisions, who serve across USCG IT and data management communities. The role requires continuous communication within the ODA, as well as across all USCG lines of business. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Conducting independent comprehensive assessments of the management, operational, and technical security controls and control enhancements employed within or inherited by an information technology (IT) system to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls. Building, managing, and operationalizing data pipelines. Coordinating with the IT Service Center using cloud technology to connect big data applications across all platforms. Working with service managers and product owners to balance and prioritize services to meet overall operational, functional, and technical requirements, constraints, and objectives. Assisting with the coordination, communication, and integration of data products and services provided by the Data Integration Division. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information
What you need to qualify
Basic Requirements: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate in addition to at least one year of Specialized Experience in order to be found minimally qualified. You MUST meet the following requirements: Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. 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. AND To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. Data Operations - Working with data operations (DataOps) processes and best practices. Agile Methodologies - Managing project and program schedules utilizing Agile methodologies Service Management - Knowledge of service management concepts for networks and related standards (e.g., Information Technology Infrastructure Library, current version [ITIL]). Data Management - building, managing, and operationalizing data pipelines, and establishing data teams to support ongoing data initiatives and ensuring effective collaboration across projects. Cybersecurity - Conducting independent comprehensive assessments of the management, operational, and technical security controls and control enhancements employed within or inherited by an information technology (IT) system to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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