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Information Security Specialist (INFOSEC)
Office of the Chief Information Officer · Posted 1 days ago
Hybrid Washington, DC $131K – $187K Apply by Jun 10, 2026 Information Technology Management ENTJINTJINTPISTJ
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As a Information Security Specialist, you will perform information system security manager responsibilities for the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). Location of position: The Office of GSA IT, ISSO Support Division (ISC) We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
What You'll Do
- →As an Information Security Specialist you will perform the following duties: Responsible for assisting in leading efforts within the agency to plan, develop, and maintain an agency-wide IT Security program in accordance with the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) which establishes appropriate controls to ensure the protection of GSA's IT assets.
- →The incumbent will assist in ensuring that all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to IT Security are implemented within GSA on a nationwide basis.
- →The incumbent will be involved in finding technical solutions and providing technical guidance in IT security implementation.
- →The responsibilities include addressing IT security concerns and facilitating IT security solutions for the agency.
- →Participates in conducting and managing independent evaluations and compliance reviews of OCIO IT systems for which he/she has responsibility in accordance with FISMA.
- →This includes, but is not limited to, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) reviews, security authorization package reviews, exhibit 300 reviews, vulnerability assessments and scanning activities, system configuration reviews, and system inventory reviews.
- →Serves as subject Matter Expert in all aspects relating to GSA's mobile device program.
- →The incumbent supports the CISO in managing GSA's mobile device (Smartphone/tablet) program, its security, policy development and all aspects of management and implementation.
- →The incumbent's expertise shall include Apple iOS, Google Android, and BlackBerry mobile platforms.
- →Responsible for CIO contingency event (COOP) planning, training, training exercises and management of actual event scenarios.
- →Coordinates with senior management and other Service/Staff Office representatives to ensure IT support is available and requested support is provided.
- →Coordinates on behalf of the GSA, CIO for additional support, redistribution of assets and manpower as well as tracking personnel accountability during an actual event.
- →Responsible for reviewing and coordinating reporting of Security Advisory Alerts (SAA), compliance reviews, security training, incident reports, contingency plan testing, and other IT security program issues.
- →The incumbent is responsible for supporting the security measures and goals set by the GSA Chief Information Security Officer.
Requirements
- ✓If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.
- ✓If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office.
- ✓Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
- ✓Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
- ✓Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
- ✓Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.
- ✓Participate in the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), which includes attending meetings and planning activities; and carrying out mission-critical work at a designated location other than your primary work site (which may be outside of your commuting area).
- ✓Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee.
- ✓We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this.
- ✓Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
- ✓Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
- ✓For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
- ✓Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959 Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.
Benefits
- ★You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Flexible work schedules Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development
Personality Fit
Job ID: 4ecce8a9-8342-46cc-9877-9f3f6b514601
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