Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

Summary

OIG is organized into seven operational units: the Immediate Office of the Inspector General, Office of the Counselor, Office of Audits and Evaluations, Office of Healthcare Inspections, Office of Investigations, Office of Management and Administration, and Office of Special Reviews. In addition to the Washington, DC, headquarters, OIG has offices located in more than 60 locations throughout the country.

Learn more about this agency

Help

Duties

This position may be filled in any one of the following locations: Aurora, CO; Austin, TX; Baltimore, MD; Bay Pines, FL; Dallas, TX; Decatur, GA; Hines, IL; Kansas City, MO; Los Angeles, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; San Diego, CA; Seattle, WA; and Washington, DC

As an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC), you will:

Review programs and functional areas through the application of a comprehensive knowledge of audit and review standards, procedures, practices and management controls.
Make effective oral and written presentations to OAE managers, clients, and others that clearly communicate work results, impact, and recommended corrective actions to address identified problems.
Review system development projects to determine whether systems are designed using sound system development principles, adhere to established performance standards, and are functioning as intended.

Help

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your rsum.

Key Requirements:

Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Specialized experience for the GS-13 level is one year of experience at the GS-12 level, or equivalent, that is directly related to the position as listed in this announcement, and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes:

Demonstrating skill of computer search and retrieval procedures to identify, summarize and analyze statistical data to produce trend analysis and statistical reports in a variety of formats for use by management; AND
Applying IT principles, concepts, standards and practices in order to serve as a technical expert and develop new concepts, principles, standards, or methods in program management for applicable computer system(s); AND
Applying IT security concepts, standards and methods, including information systems security protocols and regulations.

In addition to meeting specialized experience, applicants must also show proficiency in 1) attention to detail, 2) customer service, 3) oral communication, and 4) problem solving.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This is a Direct Hire Authority announcement; selections may be made from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. Applicants who apply for this position may be considered for other positions within the Office of Inspector General that require the same knowledge, skills, and abilities.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
A recruitment incentive may be offered.
We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
Office assignment may be at one of the locations listed on the announcement subject to availability and OIG management discretion.

Conditions of Employment (CONTINUED):

A one year probationary period may be required.
A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required.
Must successfully complete a background investigation.
Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
Obtain and use a Government-issued purchase card for business-related travel.
File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.

Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:

Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.- Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits