This position serves as an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in the Information Security Risk Management Unit (ISRMU) in OCIO's Enterprise Information Security Section (EISS). The role of ISRMU is to manage and execute the FBI's Security Assessment and Authorization (SAA) process and ensure that an authorization to operate (ATO) is in place for all FBI IT systems. In ISRMU, each ISSM oversees a portfolio of FBI systems and is supported by a team of contractors.

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Open & closing dates

11/14/2024 to 11/29/2024
Salary

$104,604 - $135,987 per year
Salaries listed are the base rate of pay on the GS pay table. Locality pay will be based on seleted location.
Pay scale & grade

GS 14
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Locations

1 vacancy in the following locations:
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

No
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

Excepted
Promotion potential

14
Job family (Series)
- 2210 Information Technology Management
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test

Yes
Financial disclosure

Yes
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

DESTIMP-12610480-25-VL
Control number

819133500

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All U.S. Citizens.

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Serve as a senior technical consultant to OCIO management on the FBI's technical cybersecurity preparedness and as the primary liaison to internal and external stakeholders on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation; guiding system owners and IT project teams with integrating the RMF implementation into system development life cycle activities, and support project teams with designing and implementing security controls.
Build and maintain relationships as the primary OCIO point of contact for the system owner (SO), program manager (PM), and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) of each assigned FBI IT system; ensuring the SO, PM and ISSO adhere to the FBI's cybersecurity program and policies, that security best practices are followed, and that baseline configurations are established for each system.
Conduct cybersecurity assessment and authorization processing, compliance monitoring, and guide system owners and ISSOs through the security assessment and authorization process of RMF.
Ensure appropriate levels of confidentiality, integrity, authentication, non-repudiation, and availability are in place to protect IT systems from natural and man-made threats.
Partner with Subject Matter Experts and Senior Leaders to provide recommendations to OCIO leadership and the FBI's authorizing official (AO) regarding system authorization (ATO), appropriate security controls, and the overall security risk posture of each system.
Work with ISSOs to conduct risk remediation actions based on the results of ongoing monitoring activities and outstanding items in the system Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
Collaborate with the SO and ISSO on change and configuration management, including participation in Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, as required.

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Conditions of Employment

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance.

Qualifications

GS-14: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

In-depth knowledge of, and experience working with, the SAA process; either as an ISSO, ISSE, SO, PM or other role.
Knowledgeable of the Risk Management Framework NIST Special Publication 800-53rev5 Guide for assessing the security controls in Federal Information Systems NIST SP 800-53A.
Knowledge of cybersecurity governance environment, as derived from FISMA, and its implementation through NIST, CNSS, IC and other government standards.
Experience coordinating, prioritizing and monitoring work, including across multiple projects.
Experience in providing guidance and recommendations to leadership on security and engineering projects and initiatives.

Desired Skills

Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants.

Desired Skills are:

Preferred certification in one or more cybersecurity disciplines (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP, NCSF, etc.).
Preferred prior architecture / systems engineering experience.
Preferred prior network, cloud system, and application development experience.
Experience in communicating orally and in writing.
Excellent customer service mindset and reputation.

Education

Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this level.

Additional information

Selectee will choose from one of the following locations:

Washington, DC
Huntsville, AL (no public transportation)
Clarksburg, WV (no public transportation)

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.

Memorandum for Record: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on an SF-50, i. e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished no credit will be given for time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum for Record):

Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties).
The month/year work began.
Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)
Specific duties performed.

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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.

Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied.

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:

Customer Service
Communication
Flexibility / Adaptability
Information Management
Organizing and Planning
Problem Solving/Judgement
Technology Awareness

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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 you're 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 you're eligible under their policies.
1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
2. A complete assessment questionnaire.
3. Other supporting documents (if applicable):
- College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
- Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees.
- Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information.
- Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees.
- Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
To apply for the Information Security Systems Manager position, please click here.

Agency contact information

Mary Arbelo

Email

marbelo@fbi.gov

Address

Federal Bureau of Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20535
US

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Next steps

Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

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Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
A complete assessment questionnaire.
Other supporting documents (if applicable):

College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees.
Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information.
Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees.
Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.

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To apply for the Information Security Systems Manager position, please click here.

Agency contact information

Mary Arbelo

Email: marbelo@fbi.gov
Address: Federal Bureau of Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20535
US

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Next steps

Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Help

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

11/14/2024 to 11/29/2024
Salary

$104,604 - $135,987 per year
Salaries listed are the base rate of pay on the GS pay table. Locality pay will be based on seleted location.
Pay scale & grade

GS 14
Locations

1 vacancy in the following locations:
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

No
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

Excepted
Promotion potential

14
Job family (Series)
- 2210 Information Technology Management
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test

Yes
Financial disclosure

Yes
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

DESTIMP-12610480-25-VL
Control number

819133500

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/819133500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

Information Security Systems Manager

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Open & closing dates

Salary

Pay scale & grade

Locations

Remote job

Telework eligible

Travel Required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment type

Work schedule

Service

Promotion potential

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Drug test

Financial disclosure

Bargaining unit status

Announcement number

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Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

Education

Additional information

How You Will Be Evaluated

Agency contact information

Next steps

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