Supervisory Information Technology Specialist

This Supervisory Information Technology Specialist position is with Forest Service (Department of Agriculture) in Phoenix, AZ. This position is located with the Chief Information Office. Incumbent leads by example in defining a customer service culture to ensure that whenever possible the CIO staff cultivates partnerships with customers in developing solutions to meet their needs and serves as a Branch Chief over one of the Information System Security Teams. For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Benjamin Moreau at Benjamin.Moreau@usda.gov. Key duties: • Overseeing, directing, and coordinating the efforts of team members. • Providing specific technical and implementation guidance, leadership, and technical expertise to Information Security Specialists. • Assures the successful accomplishment of assigned planning and implementation efforts which include negotiation of technical issues, resolution of schedule and programmatic issues, and coordination to include briefings at all agency echelons. • Performs the technical planning functions necessary for the execution and integration of efforts by analyzing assignments and tasks, recommending program objectives and alternatives, and developing plans, subprojects, and operating schedules. • Serves as the FS Alternate Information Systems Security Program Manager (ISSPM). Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. Specialized Experience Requirement: For the GS-14 level: Applicants must have one-year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13. Qualifying specialized experience is defined as three or more of the following: Leading Enterprise Cybersecurity Projects and Implementations; and/or Developing and Interpreting Information Security Policy and Procedures; and/or Managing Security Risk Assessments and Certification & Accreditation Activities; and/or Supporting Cybersecurity Program Budgeting, Resource Planning, and Reporting; and/or Coordinating with Internal and External Stakeholders on IT Security Initiatives. AND Information Technology (IT) related experience and your resume must also demonstrate each of the nine 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. 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. To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the 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. View the full announcement and apply on USAJOBS.gov.