Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist (CUSTSPT)
What you'd do
This vacancy is for a GS-2210-13, Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist (CUSTSPT) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, BASE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION, C5I Department, Learning and Media Services Division, in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia.
Major duties
You will serve as an Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist (CUSTSPT) and be responsible for supporting service development, delivery, training, technical assistance, and customer support for Coast Guard Headquarters-wide communications, audio-visual, multimedia, graphics, digital tools, and related Learning & Media Services functions. In this role, you will support a division that develops communication products aligned with organizational priorities and executive messaging, advances digital transformation efforts, recommends and implements innovative digital tools and emerging technologies, supports creative media services, and provides productivity resources that improve customer service across departments. . Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Providing internal technical support/oversight to create/update software applications aimed at improving customer interface across departments. Developing and delivering technical training to educate others or meet customer needs. Performing asset management and inventory of IT resources in support of Learning & Media Services (LMS). Developing trend analyses and impact reports. Developing, updating, and/or maintaining standard operating procedures. Understanding and applying an organization's information classification program and procedures for responding to information compromise. Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position. Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers Level I (FAC P/PM-I) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position. 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
To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal or private 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. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Specialized experience may include the following: Providing internal technical support or oversight to create or update software applications aimed at improving customer interfaces across departments, such as coordinating with stakeholders to gather requirements, supporting configuration changes, or validating application functionality to meet user needs. Developing and delivering technical training to educate others or meet customer needs, such as creating training materials or job aids, conducting in-person or virtual training sessions, or providing follow-up support to ensure user understanding of systems or processes. Developing trend analyses and impact reports related to IT services, LMS or customer support, such as reviewing performance or usage data, identifying patterns or emerging issues, preparing summary reports, or presenting findings and recommendations to management. Developing, updating, and maintaining standard operating procedures, technical documentation, or process guidance for IT or LMS operations, such as drafting or revising SOPs, documenting workflows, or coordinating reviews and approvals with stakeholders. Understanding and applying an organization's information classification program and procedures for responding to information compromise, such as correctly handling information according to its classification, following established reporting and escalation protocols, or supporting containment and remediation activities in coordination with appropriate offices. 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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