Temporary Security Jobs in Scranton, PA (NOW HIRING)

Duties * Serve as a cybersecurity technical advisor and consultant for mission programs to provide guidance on security measures. * Perform system vulnerability assessments using approved enterprise automated scanning and compliance tools to identify security weaknesses. * Evaluate system compliance with established cybersecurity requirements to support risk management assessment and authorization activities. * Deliver technical briefings and cybersecurity status updates to diverse audiences and senior leadership. * Plan and coordinate security analysis testing to validate that newly implemented systems meet mandatory security controls. Requirements Conditions of employment * This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. * This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of up to 25% of the time. * This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. * Due to the nature of this position, employees are required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime. * The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. * Must obtain and maintain the appropriate baseline and computing environment certifications IAW DoD 8570.1M within six months of being assigned to position. * Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is . You must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies: 1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 2) 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. 3) 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. 4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. In addition to the four competencies listed above, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service which includes : (1) Performing system and network vulnerability assessments using enterprise-level scanning and automated analysis tools to ensure compliance with established cybersecurity policies and standards; (2) Providing technical guidance and recommendations to stakeholders on mitigating cybersecurity risks and ensuring information system compliance with comprehensive risk management frameworks; AND (3) Developing, maintaining, and updating information system security documentation (e.g., security plans, assessment reports, or plan of action and milestones) and presenting technical briefings on cybersecurity posture to various audiences. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information * Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. * You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. * This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. * Direct Deposit of Pay is required.. * Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. * If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet. * This is a Materiel Maintenance Management Career Field position. * Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. * Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. * Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. * The Department of the Army is committed to the highest ethical standards and, as an employee, you will be covered by the criminal conflict of interest statutes and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch.