Summary
This position is located in the Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Office of Security Technology, Security Systems Integration Division, Systems Integration and Monitoring Branch (DS/ST/SSI/SIM). SSI encompasses the management, direction, and execution of sophisticated threat mitigation strategies, implemented through protective and situational awareness technologies that support contingency operations and staff of the Department, Foreign Affairs Agencies, and other government agency operations.
Duties
Plans and directs all programs and activities that strengthen the technical security posture of diplomatic posts and provide advanced situational awareness to field, regional, and global command centers.
Oversees the management, direction, and execution of advanced threat mitigation strategies that have been identified by the Intelligence Community (IC).
As Branch Chief, exercises the full range of delegated supervisory and management authorities and responsibilities required to accomplish the SSI/SIM mission.
Leads a multidisciplinary team of IT professionals, network engineers, and software developers who provide technical security services that protect information, property, and personnel at diplomatic missions worldwide
Advises leadership and other experts on matters at the nexus of security technologies and concepts related to computer network engineering, software applications, and enterprise architecture.
Education
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
How you will be evaluated
The evaluation process consists of the ApplyGov Competency Based Assessments and a crediting plan for which applicants will be assigned a score between 70 and 100. A resume review will be conducted for minimum qualification requirements, as described in the “Qualifications” section of this announcement, of the top qualified candidates based on combined total score. Resumes longer than two pages will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. Responses to questions that are not fully supported by your resume may result in a rating adjustment. You will be assessed on the following job-related competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Supervisory: Oral Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Customer Service, Leadership, Planning & Evaluating, Influencing/Negotiating, Strategic Thinking, Human Capital Management. Set aside at least 2 hours to take the external assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. There are timed sections that must be completed within the allotted timeframe. Your score from the Supervisory assessment will remain on file for 180 days, allowing you to apply for multiple DOS-announced positions without needing to retake the assessments. Top applicants may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. The assessment is used to measure the degree in which your background matches the competencies and KSAs required for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: Knowledge of IT systems, methods, and approaches. Skill in security systems integration. Ability to oversee security information management systems. Skill in leading security planning efforts. Ability to supervise a multidisciplinary team. Ability to advise on security technologies and concepts. Applicants found to be among the top qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring official for further consideration and possible interview. Qualified non-competitive candidates must be deemed best qualified based on the applicant assessment in order to be referred to the hiring official for further consideration and possible interview. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We do not make assumptions regarding your experience. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application may result in your removal from consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.