Supervisory IT Program Manager (Chief Information Security Officer)

$163,964 - $191,900/Yr

Peace Corps - Washington, DC

Part-time,Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Washington, DC

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

The Supervisory IT Program Manager (Chief Information Security Officer) position at the Peace Corps is responsible for enhancing the agency's information security program. This role involves planning, leading, and managing various aspects of IT risk management, compliance, security architecture, and incident response. The incumbent will ensure adherence to the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and FISMA compliance, while also supervising contract staff and advising senior management on security policies and programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the agency's information security program.
• Ensure FISMA compliance of agency systems and subsystems.
• Participate in security audits and IT strategic planning.
• Provide expert analysis and guidance on security controls to mitigate risk.
• Supervise and provide oversight to contract staff.
• Advise senior management on cost/benefit analysis of information security programs.
• Communicate the value of IT security throughout the organization.
• Develop and maintain strategic plans for information security.
• Lead and oversee information security budget, staffing, and contracting.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of cybersecurity safeguards.
• Supervise or manage protective measures during cybersecurity incidents.
• Promote awareness of security issues among management.
• Identify security requirements for IT systems throughout their life cycle.
• Ensure remediation plans are in place for identified vulnerabilities.
• Assess policy needs and collaborate with stakeholders to develop policies.
• Design and integrate a cyber strategy aligned with the organization's strategic plan.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity personnel on risk assessment processes.
• Appoint and guide a team of IT security experts.
• Establish a cybersecurity risk management program with key stakeholders.
• Provide guidance for the development of Continuity of Operations Plans.
• Identify and address cyber workforce planning and management issues.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age.
• Must complete a Declaration for Federal Employment.
• Must successfully complete a background security investigation.
• Must have specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service.
• Experience responding to cybersecurity incidents and leading IT security policies.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with customer relationship management processes.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture planning and execution.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management and incident response.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.