IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Direct Hire Authority)

Summary NEH is an independent grant-making agency of the government dedicated to supporting research, education, preservation, and public programs in the humanities. The incumbent serves as an Information System Security Officer located in the Office of Information Technology (OIT), National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). OIT is responsible for planning, developing, communicating, and coordinating NEH's information systems management activities. Duties Coordinate and enforce cybersecurity policies for on-premise, hybrid, mobile, and cloud systems, working closely with the Chief Information Security Officer and OIT leadership. Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of NEH systems by implementing and maintaining security programs and tools across all platforms including continuous monitoring solutions. Assist with cybersecurity reviews and risk assessments for NEH systems and manage reporting and remediation for FISMA and related audits. Maintain and update security documentation and governance artifacts, including NIST SP 800-53 controls, system security plans, and IT security policies. Implement and evaluate security programs to minimize vulnerabilities, enforce backup procedures, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Advise staff on security issues and deliver IT security awareness training, while liaising with internal and external groups on audits and compliance matters. Promote best practices and emerging technologies in cybersecurity, develop metrics and dashboards, and recommend resources to strengthen NEH's security posture. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizen Relevant experience and/or education Favorable background investigation Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service Qualifications To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. At the GS-13 level Qualified candidates must possess: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level or equivalent experience. Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, for example: Specialized experience includes: (1) coordination, implementation, and enforcement of cybersecurity policies; (2) continuously monitors, periodically reviews, manages, and reports on IT systems, related tasks, processes, policies, and procedures; (3) develops policies, guidelines, training material, documentation, and technical drawings related to cybersecurity; (4) stays informed on government-wide laws, regulations, and guidelines related to cybersecurity including FISMA, NIST's Risk Management Framework, Special Publications SP-800-53, and CISA's Strategies, Models, and Pillars for Zero Trust; (5) provides cybersecurity coaching, advice, and instruction to organization staff. As part of the online application process you will need to respond to a series of questions designed to assess your possession of the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies: Customer Service Cybersecurity Project Management Technical Competence Written Communication Additional information 1. If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other candidates for this position. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456. 2. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. 3. If you are the spouse of a member of the armed forces on active duty, the spouse of a 100 percent disabled member of the armed forces, or the spouse of a deceased member of the armed forces, you may apply for consideration through the Military Spouse Noncompetitive Appointing Authority. You must meet certain criteria for each of these eligibility categories. Learn more about hiring options available to military spouses. Your eligibility does not entitle you to a job within the federal government. You must still apply and meet qualification standards and additional requirements, such as a background investigation. 4. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. 5. You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; certain Vietnam era and disabled veterans; returned volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, etc. Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking, if any, on your application and follow all other instructions for applying shown in this announcement. 6. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this 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 in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. 7. This position may require completion of a 1-year probationary period. 8. This position may qualify for membership in the NEH American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 3403. 9. The Direct Hire Recruitment process does not add veterans' preference points, apply the "rule of three", or float veterans. All applicants will be ranked and placed in their corresponding categories based on their responses to the occupational assessment questionnaire. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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