Operational Technology Cybersecurity Specialist

Architect of the Capitol; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Architect of the Capitol (AOC) in Washington, DC, is seeking a cybersecurity professional for the Office of the Chief Security Officer, Security Division. This position performs a variety of cyber security tasks in support of the AOC security program.

Candidates must meet United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualification requirements for the advertised position, including specialized experience and/or educational requirements, by the closing date.

Qualifications

• 52 weeks of specialized experience at GS-13 level or equivalent.
• Experience managing Operational Technology security programs and activities.
• Ability to oversee security protocols and incident response planning.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cyber security tasks in support of the AOC security program.
• Oversee the operations of security programs and staff in the ISB.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Summary

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Security Officer, Security Division. This position performs a variety of cyber security tasks in support of the AOC security program.

Duties

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Security Officer, Security Division. This position performs a variety of cyber security tasks in support of the AOC security program.

Requirements

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the required competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, candidates must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service OR equivalent level in the private sector, military or other. Examples of specialized experience include the following: (1) Responsible for Operational Technology security programs and activities involving strategic goals, workforce planning, policies and standards development, budgeting, information architecture planning and modeling and cybersecurity. (2) Overseeing the operations of an Operational Information Security and providing direct supervision to the members of the ISB (i.e., plans, directs, manages, supervises and evaluates programs, activities and staff). (3) Developing and overseeing the implementation and coordination of security protocols to ensure continuous monitoring, continuity of operations, protection against unauthorized access, incident response and restoring systems and services in the event of security incidents. In addition to meeting the specialized experience stated above, applicants 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.

The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at https://www.aoc.gov/careers. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empowerment (RISE).