Senior Cybersecurity IT Leader

Cybersecurity Jobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 169,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive federal benefits

Non-bargaining unit position

Job summary

U.S. Department of Homeland Security is seeking a Supervisory IT Specialist to guide cybersecurity initiatives within the Science & Technology Directorate's HSARPA. The role requires strategic oversight, risk management, and hands-on guidance to protect agency systems and data.

The position is onsite in Washington, DC with a comprehensive federal benefits package. Candidates must meet extensive eligibility criteria and pass a security background investigation, culminating in a Top Secret

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen required; background investigation and drug test.
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959.
• To qualify for GS-15, one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14.
• Top Secret background investigation required for placement.
• Resume must demonstrate required competencies: Attention to Detail; Customer Service; Decision Making; Information Management; Interpersonal Skills; Oral Communication; Problem Solving; Teamwork; Technical Competence.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and division direction by setting goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Lead cyber risk assessment processes including penetration testing and vulnerability scanning.
• Deliver expert technical guidance for hardware, software, and networking issues.
• Represent the division in stakeholder meetings, briefings, and public forums.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Decision making

Team collaboration

Cyber risk assessment

Communication skills

Tools

Penetration testing

Vulnerability scanning

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Job description

U.S. Department of Homeland Security is seeking a Supervisory IT Specialist to guide cybersecurity initiatives within the Science & Technology Directorate's HSARPA. The role requires strategic oversight, risk management, and hands-on guidance to protect agency systems and data.

The position is onsite in Washington, DC with a comprehensive federal benefits package. Candidates must meet extensive eligibility criteria and pass a security background investigation, culminating in a Top Secret