IT SPECIALIST (Counterintelligence and Technical Security Specialist) (Infosec)

Summary

This position is in the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB or Bureau), Operations and Emergency Management Division (OEMD) located in Washington, D.C. RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID. THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS WITHIN 90 DAYS.

Duties

The incumbent is responsible for oversight, operation, and security of Commission information technology systems that contain or process classified national security information (e.g., Top Secret, Secret, or other government-protected data), ensuring that these systems remain compliant with relevant strict cybersecurity, intelligence community, and access control requirements to prevent unauthorized disclosure and ensure mission integrity. Ensures systems meet or exceed federal cybersecurity standards, such as the Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800‐53, and National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). As appropriate, manages procurement, installation, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning of classified systems. May conduct or support Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes, including risk assessments, selection and implementation of security controls, and continuous monitoring. Enforces strict user authentication, authorization, and auditing to limit access to authorized personnel only. Serves as the National Security Agency (NSA)-designated auditor for the FCC Communications Security (COMSEC) program. Responsible for auditing the Commission's Communications Security (COMSEC) program to ensure that Commission communications systems and data handling practices comply with national and agency-specific security policies, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and Department of War (DoW) and National Security Agency (NSA) COMSEC directives and policies relating to COMSEC. Researches and develops policies that guide secure communications practices and support mission objectives; interprets, reviews, and coordinates national, IC, DoW, and NSA policies affecting COMSEC activities. Conducts audits of COMSEC accounts to ensure compliance with national and NSA Central Office of Record-level COMSEC policies. Liaises with COMSEC account personnel before, during, and after audits; coordinates logistics and administrative items. Authors formal COMSEC audit reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and compliance status. Represents NSA positions on COMSEC matters to FCC leadership and coordinates with counterparts in the IC, DoD, other Executive Branch agencies, Congress, and other stakeholders. Requirements

Please note your resume must thoroughly support your responses to the vacancy questions. Your resume is an integral part of the process for determining if you meet the basic qualifications of the position and determining if you are to be among the best qualified. Qualifications

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Time in grade restrictions do not apply to Direct Hire procedures. GS-15 SME REVIEW Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the competencies and the specialized experience outlined below. SME's will be conducting a scored structured resume review to determine if candidate's resumes demonstrate all required specialized experience and the required competencies as outlined below. To be eligible for referral to the selecting official, candidates must receive a score of at least 75.56 as a result of the scored resume review. COMPETENCIES 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. Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems. Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations 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 Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals. Technical Competence – Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE In order to be deemed as qualified, candidates must have one year of specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as follows: 1. Overseeing the operation and security of information technology systems that contain or process classified national security information (e.g., Top Secret, Secret, or other government-protected data). 2. Ensuring that IT systems remain compliant with relevant strict cybersecurity, intelligence community, and access control requirements to prevent unauthorized disclosure and ensure mission integrity. 3. Managing procurement, installation, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning of classified systems. 4. Experience leading, managing or overseeing communications security (COMSEC) programs. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). 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

Any/all educational requirements (if applicable) are listed and outlined within the "Qualifications" section. How You Will Be Evaluated

As this position is being advertised under DEU and Merit Promotion hiring procedures, applicants will be rated on the extent and quality of experience and education relevant to the duties of the position using the hiring procedures outlined below. Optional Four Essay Questions At the time of application, applicants have the option of answering the following four short, free-response essay questions. 1. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. 2. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. 3. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired. 4. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position. Applicants will be required to certify that they are using their own words, and did not use a consultant or AI (such as a large language model [LLM]). The responses to each question cannot exceed 200 words per question. You may preview questions for this vacancy. Benefits

The FCC offers a wide range of employee benefits, including: Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Long-Term Care Insurance Holidays and Leave Retirement Thrift Savings Plan Transit Benefit Alternative Work Schedule Telecommuting Other Information

EEO Policy Statement Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement Veterans Information Legal and Regulatory Guidance Other: - Before hiring, an agency will ask you to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The agency will also ask you to sign and certify the accuracy of all the information in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. If you are a male over age 18 who was born after December 31, 1959, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job. - If applicable, you will be required to serve a trial period of one year. - In order for you to be employed at the FCC, there are certain Commission and Federal laws governing the financial interests of you and members of your immediate family. If selected for the position, you must submit a financial disclosure statement upon assuming the position.