IT Specialist (INFOSEC)
About This Position
As an IT Specialist (INFOSEC) at the GS-2210-14, you will be part of the Cybersecurity and Risk Management Division (CRMD), Office of the Chief Information Officer, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). If selected, you will serve as an Information Technology (IT) Specialist, Information Security Officer (ISO), in support of the agency's information security (INFOSEC) programs.
Qualifications
IT-related experience; experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. Experience must have demonstrated each of the four competencies listed below. 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.
For the GS-14: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in federal service. Specialized experience must include demonstrable experience: Guides secure cloud operations and sustainment by ensuring consistent approaches for cloud services, identifying and mitigating technical threat vectors and APT activity, and implementing practical remediation to reduce attack surface. Enhances cybersecurity operations through improved SOC, SIEM, and SOAR processes, strengthening continuous monitoring (CONMON), maturing operational procedures, and sustaining a hardened security posture.
Advances DEVSECOPS maturity by implementing automated and manual AppSec testing (SAST, DAST, IAST, SCA, container scanning), implementing and enforcing secure coding including hardened deployment standards, and continuously monitoring environments for cybersecurity events. Applies deep technical expertise in major cloud platforms, scripting/automation (Python, Bash, Golang), and cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, OWASP, CIS), including hands-on execution of Zero Trust pillars and secure AI practices. Leads major INFOSEC initiatives-balancing workload across projects and incidents, keeping leadership dutifully informed while facilitating, executing and directing efforts in GRC, SOC operations, FedRAMP activities, and promotion of varying degrees of role-based enterprise level guidance, in concert with adversarial (blue/red/purple team) exercises.
Oversees federal security compliance by interpreting information security (INFOSEC) laws and FISMA regulations; managing POA&Ms and vulnerability remediation; developing or assessing ATO documentation (SSPs, RAs, CPs); and evaluating controls, baselines, cybersecurity-supply chain risk management (C-SCRM) and compliance across systems to strengthen EEOC's INFOSEC posture.
Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements (e.g., time-in-grade and qualification requirements) within 30 days of the closing date specified in the vacancy announcement. 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.
Major Duties
Advises leadership on federal information security (INFOSEC) laws, regulations, standards, and emerging requirements, and contributes to the development and implementation of agency-level IT security policies and directives.
Monitors and reports on cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation efforts, including reviewing and updating Plans of Action and Milestones (POA and M) and briefing the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on risk status.
Develops, reviews, and maintains key security authorization documentation, including System Security Plans (SSP), Contingency Plans (CP), Risk Assessments (RA), and other materials required to obtain or maintain an Authorization to Operate (ATO).
Conducts technology assessments, trend analyses, feasibility studies, and acquisition support activities, including drafting specifications, reviewing contract deliverables, and recommending courses of action to support cybersecurity objectives.
Provides operational support by resolving assigned incidents, responding to staff inquiries, tracking fulfillment requests, coordinating with technical teams, and ensuring all activities are documented in agency management tools.
Education
This position does not have an education qualification requirement.
How You Will Be Evaluated
This position will be filled through the Direct Hire Authority. Under this authority, competitive rating, ranking, and veterans' preference procedures do not apply.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement.
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Information Systems/Network Security Information Technology Program Management Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Problem Solving Project Management Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Technical Credibility Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a federal service position within the competitive service or federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ Equal Employment Opportunity The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
Additional Information
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
You will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across the EEOC. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, please refer to the agency contact information. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) All employees of the federal government are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations including the Standards of Ethical Conduct that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings.
This position may require the incumbent to complete a confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of appointment. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision.
You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/21/2026 to receive consideration. To view the Assessment Questionnaire before applying online, click on this link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12925443 To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application.
Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into https://login.usajobs.gov/Access/Transition select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The EEOC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the HR Specialist listed in this vacancy. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: Your Resume (NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of your qualifications, you will not receive consideration for the position.
Other supporting documents: 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. Worker's Compensation Separation: Agency certification of inability to place employee AND Notification of Separation OR Separation SF-50.
Disability Annuity Termination: Notification from OPM of disability annuity termination AND Separation SF-50 of the last position held. Military Reserve or National Guard Technician Special Disability Retirement Annuity under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456: Certification of special disability retirement annuity from a military department or National Guard Bureau AND Separation SF-50 of the last position held. Current or Former Political Appointees (if applicable) - The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.
If you are currently or have been a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch within the last 5 years, you must disclose this in your application package. Failure to submit documents required may result in loss of consideration.