Cybersecurity IT Specialist: Secure SDLC & Vulnerability

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking a senior cybersecurity engineer to integrate security across the IT solution development lifecycle and lead vulnerability assessments for all IT systems within the Cybersecurity Services Directorate. The role emphasizes designing defensive capabilities, conducting penetration testing, and interpreting security guidance in line with regulations.

Candidates should have demonstrated IT security experience at the GS-13 level and strong analytical

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level demonstrated in IT security work.
• Experience designing, engineering, and implementing advanced defensive capabilities for IT applications.
• Experience conducting manual and automated penetration testing on IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer a program that integrates cybersecurity throughout the SDLC.
• Provide full lifecycle vulnerability assessment for IT systems.
• Serve as a senior engineer within the Cybersecurity Services Directorate.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking a senior cybersecurity engineer to integrate security across the IT solution development lifecycle and lead vulnerability assessments for all IT systems within the Cybersecurity Services Directorate. The role emphasizes designing defensive capabilities, conducting penetration testing, and interpreting security guidance in line with regulations.

Candidates should have demonstrated IT security experience at the GS-13 level and strong analytical