IT Cybersecurity Specialist (CYBERMGT)

Department of Energy Headquarters • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Energy Threat Analysis Center (ETAC) program within the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response (CESER), Department of Energy (DOE). The ETAC is a public-private partnership that convenes experts from DOE and the U.S. energy sector to identify, analyze, and mitigate cyber threats to America's critical energy infrastructure. You will provide cybersecurity guidance to DOE leadership and a variety of stakeholders to strengthen energy security. The Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response (CESER) works to enhance the security and resilience of U.S. critical energy infrastructure to all hazards, mitigate the impacts of disruptive events and risk to the sector overall through preparedness and innovation, and respond to and facilitate recovery from energy disruptions in collaboration with other Federal agencies, the private sector, and State, local, tribal, and territory governments. The ETAC's mission is to deliver timely and actionable cyber threat analysis and insights that strengthen the collective security and resilience of the U.S. energy sector. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.
• If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
• This position is not included in a Bargaining Agreement.
• Occasional travel maybe required.
• This position is not remote, the selectee will be expected to report to the duty station(s) listed.
• If selected, military spouses, veteran caregivers, and spouses of foreign service employees may be eligible for applicable workplace flexibilities.
• This position has been designated as Special-Sensitive (High Risk). The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain this clearance; failure to do so may result in separation from federal service.
• The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance prior to entrance on duty; failure to do so may result in separation from federal service.
• Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing.
• Applicants tentatively selected for appointment to this position will participate in drug urinalysis testing, unless currently occupying a TDP within DOE in accordance with Department's Order for the Federal Substance Abuse Program (DOE O 343.1).
• Applicants must have IT-related education and experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below at a proficiency level equivalent to the next lower grade level in federal service: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving.
• A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal service.
• Specialized experience is defined as meeting 2 of the following 3: Leading the planning and execution of cybersecurity initiatives or system modernization projects to enhance enterprise security posture and infrastructure resilience. Conducting enterprise-level risk assessments, vulnerability analyses or cyber threat evaluations to mitigate incidents across networks, cloud platforms or critical infrastructure systems. Advising leadership and collaborating with cross-functional teams, external partners or multiple stakeholders to resolve energy, cybersecurity challenges or integrate secure technology solutions.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If selected, military spouses, veteran caregivers, and spouses of foreign service employees may be eligible for applicable workplace flexibilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct, plan, and execute major, multi-year cybersecurity initiatives, systems modernization projects, and operational workflows across Department of Energy (DOE) environments using Agile project management and federal IT frameworks.
• Serve as an authoritative senior cybersecurity consultant advising DOE leadership, interagency partners, and national stakeholders on cyber posture, governance, risk management, and the security impacts of emerging technologies.
• Lead the joint identification, analysis, and operational mitigation of national security and advanced persistent cyber threats targeting critical energy infrastructure in collaboration with government, intelligence, national laboratories, and industry partners.
• Interpret, develop, and implement cybersecurity policies, standards, and directives (e.g., NIST, OMB, FISMA, Zero Trust) to ensure technical compliance and security architecture across all enterprise systems.
• Evaluate the feasibility, interoperability, and security of hardware, software, cloud platforms, and networks to design and deploy cybersecurity solutions that solve complex or unprecedented vulnerabilities.
• Structure and prioritize team work assignments, establish short- and long-term project schedules, allocate resources, and identify employee development and training needs to sustain mission-critical cybersecurity capabilities.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Learn more about federal benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed