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Summary This position is located in the Office of Information Technology, Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), U. S. Department of Justice. Incumbent serves as an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) for the coordination, implementation, and/or enforcement of assigned information cybersecurity policies and portfolios. This is a Competitive Service position; additional positions may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of certificate issuance. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to the following: Develops long-range plans for IT security systems; reviews new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks; and resolves integration issues related to the implementation of new systems with the existing infrastructure. Advises senior management officials in the area of cybersecurity systems, processes and operations to meet user requirements for the security management of program information. Maintains an inventory of hardware (virtual/physical) and software within the program/development offices or facilities. Leads and coordinates the implementation of security programs across platforms and establishes vulnerability reporting criteria. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for the Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist - ISSE position, you must meet the minimum qualifications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE GS-13 LEVEL: Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one or more full-time years (12-months) of specialized work experience, equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, performing the following duties: Providing advice and instruction to employees and supervisors on security issues; Maintaining an inventory of hardware (virtual/physical) and software within the program/development offices or facilities; Reviewing and evaluating cybersecurity incident response policies to identify the need for change based on security technologies or threats; and Providing systems security technical expertise, advice, and support for a variety of systems. (Your resume must CLEARLY demonstrate this experience) Note, if your qualifying experience is from federal employment, please provide your SF-50 showing the highest grade level held in the federal service. Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here. Education Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Only U.S. Citizens or Nationals are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review. Dual citizens of the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All DOJ applicants, both U.S. citizens and non-citizens, whose job location is with the U.S., must meet the residency requirement. For a total of three (not necessarily consecutive years) of the five years immediately prior to applying for a position, the applicant must have: 1) resided in the U.S., 2) worked for the U.S. overseas in a Federal or military capacity; or 3) been a dependent of a Federal or military employee serving oversees. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): To be qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and must submit proof of eligibility for the special selection priority. Additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.