Supervisory Cybersecurity Workforce Specialist

DHS Headquarters•Springfield, VA

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About The Position

This position is in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO), Cyber Talent Solutions (CTS) Division. The incumbent supervises an assigned organization supporting the design, implementation, and operation of human resources policies, programs, and procedures for the Cybersecurity Talent Management System (CTMS). The role oversees the operationalization of new human capital policies across functional areas and establishes quality assurance standards for internal controls, accountability, compliance, and consistent work quality. The specialist develops and communicates analyses, briefings, and documents to build support for CTMS goals among OCHCO stakeholders and human capital representatives across DHS. The position also represents DHS on councils, committees, and forums addressing federal cybersecurity workforce challenges. It develops and implements human capital policies and procedures with legal or compliance teams, and leads research, design, and testing of talent management solutions related to performance, employee development, career progression, and feedback. The role provides consultative support throughout the employee lifecycle, oversees performance reviews and recognition programs, establishes professional development and career progression standards, and manages employee feedback programs. It also conducts competency-focused research and collaborates with assessment teams to develop and align qualifications and assessment instruments for hiring and career advancement.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the federal government.
Experience leading research, design, and testing of talent management solutions focused on performance management, employee development, career progression, and employee feedback.
Experience overseeing performance appraisal and review processes, recognition programs, and evaluation of employee impact.
Experience establishing professional development and career progression standards, including development review processes and continual learning plans.
Experience managing employee feedback programs, analyzing trends, and presenting recommendations to advisory boards or senior leadership.
Experience developing, updating, and implementing human capital policy documents and procedures for cybersecurity workforce standards in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations.
Experience assisting with workforce strategy and planning documents through research, content sourcing and editing, and recommendations.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Must successfully pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug test; selected applicants must obtain a SECRET security clearance.
Must complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required.
Current federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements; qualifying GS employees must have 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent by the announcement closing date.
May be required to serve a one-year probationary period and a one-year supervisory probationary period.
Selectee must complete an OGE 450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Form.
Substitution of education for specialized experience is not permitted at this grade level.
All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

Supervise an assigned organization supporting the design, implementation, and operationalization of human resources policies, programs, and procedures for CTMS.
Oversee the operationalization of newly established human capital policies and procedures across multiple functional areas.
Establish and implement quality assurance standards for internal controls and accountability to promote compliance and consistent work quality.
Develop and present briefings, written analyses, and other documents communicating CTMS positions and building stakeholder support.
Represent DHS on councils, committees, and forums addressing federal cybersecurity workforce challenges.
Develop, update, and implement human capital policies, guidance, and procedures in collaboration with legal counsel or compliance teams.
Lead research, design, and testing of talent management solutions focused on performance management, employee development, career progression, and employee feedback.
Provide consultative support to employees and internal stakeholders throughout the employee lifecycle on performance management, talent development, and career progression.
Oversee and administer performance appraisal and review processes, employee recognition programs, and evaluation of mission impact.
Establish and operationalize professional development and career progression standards, including development reviews and continual learning plans.
Conduct competency-focused research and collaborate with assessment teams to develop, refine, and align qualifications and assessment instruments for hiring and career advancement.
Manage employee feedback programs by collecting data, analyzing trends, and presenting recommendations to advisory boards or senior leadership.