IT Specialist (INFOSEC/APPSW)

Company: Department Of Energy
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Summary This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in the Critical Business Systems (CBS) Operations and Development (JC) organization of Information Technology (J), Chief Administrative Office (N). A successful candidate in this position will serve as application cyber-security technical expert in the secure design, development, implementation, and assessment of CBS software, focusing on the cyber-security adequacy and compliance of said systems and remediation of security gaps. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 03/08/2023 to 03/17/2023 * Salary $105,666 - $137,363 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 13 * Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Portland, OR * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent - * Work schedule Full-time - * Service Competitive * Promotion potential None * Job family (Series) 2210 Information Technology Management * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Not Required * Drug test No * Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk * Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability/Fitness * Announcement number 23-BPA-33997-11870319-DH * Control number 711262300 Help This job is open to * The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Videos Help Duties As an IT Specialist (INFOSEC/APPSW), you will: * Lead the development of secure software development practices and procedures. * Ensure secure design practices are applied to new and existing critical business systems (CBS) applications, systems, and code modules. * Assess and recommend remediation of existing application, system or code module security weaknesses. * Assess CBS applications, systems, and code for adherence to applicable standards and federal guidance. * Report to CBS management on the state of CBS software security as requested. * Act as consultant to software development staff on documenting CBS systems in terms of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) security controls, including in the creation of System Security Plans. * Research and stay abreast of cyber threat trends as they relate to software development. * Research, stay abreast of, and recommend tools and best practices for improving the quality of the security of CBS processes (e.g., code review tools, bill of materials (BOM) tools, etc.). * Act as consultant on understanding how the applications interact with surrounding technical environment including operating systems, and the entire open systems interconnection (OSI) stack to further application-level security. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: * Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. * This employer participates in the e-Verify program. * All males born after December 31st, 1959, must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. * If you are a current federal employee, appointed under the direct-hire authority, you will be given a new appointment. * You will be required to serve a mandatory one (1) year probationary period unless you meet the exceptions in 5 CFR part 315.802. * A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check. * This position does not support remote work. You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 2 days per pay period. * The following certifications, in descending order, are preferred: i. Relevant SANS Certification ii. GIAC Secure Software Programmers certification (GSSP) iii. Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) iv. Secure Software Practitioner (SSP) v. Certified Application Security Engineer (CASE) Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENT: You must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four (4) competencies listed below. The experience must be IT related and may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. * 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. To meet this requirement, you must demonstrate "Advanced" level proficiency in each of the four competencies listed above as follows: Advanced - You can perform the actions associated with each of these competencies without assistance. You are recognized within your immediate organization as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding each of these competencies. Focus is on broad organizational/professional issues; You have consistently provided practical/relevant ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements which may easily be implemented; You are capable of coaching others in the application of each of these competencies by translating complex nuances relating to each competency into easy to understand terms; You participate in senior level discussions regarding these competencies; You assist in the development of reference and resource materials in these competencies. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidates online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: (a) engineering the security of software systems ensuring compliance with applicable information security management standards; (b) analyzing business, architecture, and security requirements of an organization to develop, assess, and implement software programs; (c) and testing, troubleshooting, developing, and designing software using Microsoft platforms (e.g. Microsoft Visual Studio C#, MS-SQL Server 2016, and Windows Server 2012 or greater). "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional information This position is located in Portland, OR which boasts huge spans of amazing trees, foliage, landscape, and everywhere you look you can appreciate beautiful greenery! It is known as the most bike-friendly city in America, has a train system that greets you at the airport spanning across the city, and is home to the Portland International Rose Garden, the oldest in the country! Portland is the one place where you will find lively festivals, energetic music, mouthwatering food, and for you basketball fans, the Portland Trail Blazers are a 7-minute walk from the HQs building! There is always something new to experience in this eco-friendly town! * The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. * This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. * For general information on government wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov * Information on how to create a federal resume: * https://www.usa.gov/government-jobs * https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/ * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and dont have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check. EEO Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/raps Veterans Information: http://www.usajobs.gov/vi Telework: www.telework.gov Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations. BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social. Read more * Benefits Help 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. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. This position is announced under a government-wide Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for IT Specialist (INFOSEC/APPSW) positions in the 2210 series. Under the DHA, all applicants who meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement, at the grade level they are applying, will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. Veterans Preference, category rating, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply under the DHA process. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement to be referred for consideration. Appointments made under the DHA are processed as "new" appointments. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b)). If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated ineligible or not qualified. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): * Configuration Management * Design * Influencing/Negotiating * Information Systems Security Certification * Oral Communication You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (03/17/2023) of this announcement. To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11870319 * Benefits Help 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. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether youre a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure youre eligible under their policies. To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes: * Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date). * Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume. * Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements. * Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition. Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. * How to Apply Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: * You must have a login.gov account to sign into USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/. * To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button. * Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation. * You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date. You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/ If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support. Agency contact information Eric Glover Phone 503-230-4664 Email elglover@bpa.gov Address Bonneville Power Administration P.O. Box 3621 Portland, OR 97208 US Learn more about this agency Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated. You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings. You will be contacted directly if an interview is required. Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job--this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible. In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include: application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected. * Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Reasonable accommodation policy * Financial suitability * Selective Service * New employee probationary period * Signature and false statements * Privacy Act * Social security number request Help Required Documents To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes: * Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date). * Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume. * Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements. * Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition. Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Help How to Apply Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: * You must have a login.gov account to sign into USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/. * To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button. * Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation. * You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date. You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/ If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support. Read more Agency contact information Eric Glover Phone 503-230-4664 Email elglover@bpa.gov Address Bonneville Power Administration P.O. Box 3621 Portland, OR 97208 US Learn more about this agency Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated. You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings. You will be contacted directly if an interview is required. Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job--this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible. In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include: application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected. Read more Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Reasonable accommodation policy * Financial suitability * Selective Service * New employee probationary period * Signature and false statements * Privacy Act * Social security number request Print Share Help Overview Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 03/08/2023 to 03/17/2023 * Salary $105,666 - $137,363 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 13 * Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Portland, OR * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent - * Work schedule Full-time - * Service Competitive * Promotion potential None * Job family (Series) 2210 Information Technology Management * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Not Required * Drug test No * Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk * Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability/Fitness * Announcement number 23-BPA-33997-11870319-DH * Control number 711262300 This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/711262300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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