Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

US Federal Trade Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Federal Trade Commission seeks an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) at the GS-11 level in the Office of the Commissioner, CIO. The role focuses on security vulnerability assessments, risk mitigation, and supporting investigations related to computer security issues.

The position requires at least one year of specialized federal experience at the GS-09 level or equivalent, plus an advanced degree or two years of graduate study, and emphasizes analytical skills, policy

Qualifications

• One year of qualifying experience at GS-09 level or equivalent.
• Education: Master's degree or two years of progressively higher graduate study.
• Specialized experience includes security research, risk mitigation and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research on security vulnerabilities and threats.
• Support development of recommendations to minimize risks from vulnerabilities.
• Identify and evaluate new security technologies.
• Promote security awareness among management and staff; reflect security in policies.

Skills

InfoSec knowledge

Vulnerability assessment

Threat research

Policy development

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

This position is located in the Federal Trade Commission's Office of the Commissioner, Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) oversees all IT services in support of the FTC's mission and strategic plan. To qualify for an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) at the GS-11 level, you must meet the following Basic Requirements:

You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 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.

For the GS-11 level: Qualifications based on Education (You must provide a copy of your transcript(s) to verify your claim): Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or Two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree.

For the GS-11 level: Specialized Experience (Your resume must include details that support your claim(s). You MUST have at least 52 weeks (1 year) of specialized experience at the GS-09 or equivalent in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

Specialized experience includes:

• Assisting with research on security vulnerabilities and threats
• Personal responsibility for at least a segment of the overall project to develop recommendations and plans to minimize risks associated with vulnerabilities
• Identifying and evaluating new security technologies
• Promoting awareness of security issues among management, staff, and the public, and ensuring security principles are reflected in policies
• And/or supporting the gathering, analysis, and preservation of evidence used in the investigation or prosecution of computer fraud or other computer crimes

Specialized Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience.

You may also qualify if you have a combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

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.