IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Applications Software/SYSADMIN)

This vacancy is for a GS-2210-11/12/13, IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Applications Software/SYSADMIN) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard National Response Center (CG-NRC) in Washington, District of Columbia.

You will serve as a IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Applications Software/SYSADMIN) and be responsible for supporting the NRC's mission through system and database administration, cybersecurity operations, and application/software development, including Appian low-code/no-code platforms. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Performing requirements analysis with NRC users, Watch Standers, stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and technical personnel to define business and technical requirements for new or significantly enhanced Appian applications, workflows, records, forms, reports, process models, interfaces, and related platform components. Integrating Appian applications with existing NRC databases, reporting functions, data flows, system interfaces, and other approved tools to support incident reporting, stakeholder notification, business process automation, and mission support functions. Developing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating cybersecurity procedures, technical controls, local implementation guidance, and operational practices to support the confidentiality, integrity, availability, reliability, and resilience of NRC information systems and data. Conducting in-depth analyses of unfamiliar or complex IT conditions, problems, or issues involving cross-platform integration, data integrity, application performance, cybersecurity controls, reporting requirements, user access, and operational continuity. 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. Reasonable Accommodation Information

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. Under provisions of the Civil Service Reform Act, first time supervisors and/or managers will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Secret clearance. This is not a Bargaining Unit position. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. Must obtain and maintain Appian Associate Developer certification within 12 months of employment. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. USA Hire Assessment: After submitting your application, if an additional assessment is required, you will receive an email invitation. Please note that this assessment must be completed within 48 hours of the vacancy closing date and as specified in the email.