Job Specifications
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Please note your resume must not exceed two (2) pages.
At the FBI, we don't just recognize talent--we strengthen and elevate it. We employ individuals who not only have experience in threat & vulnerability management, application security, and security information and event management (SIEM), but are also looking to contribute effectively to their teams.
As a cybersecurity specialist, you will identify, assess, and mitigate security threats that target FBI systems and sensitive data using industry-recognized frameworks, real-time monitoring tools, and proactive threat intelligence practices. Your role will involve hardening applications, analyzing system logs, and implementing defensive measures across a range of cyber environments, from internal networks to cloud infrastructure.
The cybersecurity specialist's role offers a transformative career with a focus on technical expertise, allowing you to apply your cybersecurity knowledge and diagnostic skills to tackle critical challenges and enhance national security while you advance your career in a supportive and innovative setting. You excel using your CompTIA-certified expertise and penetration testing capabilities to identify vulnerabilities, reduce attack surfaces, and secure mission-critical systems. From initial threat detection to post-incident response and analysis, you will be adept at every phase, always striving to outpace emerging threats by pushing the boundaries of your skills in cyber defense and operational security.
With the FBI's comprehensive benefits package, you'll find career advancement opportunities, a competitive salary that values your contribution, impactful work, and continual training. Working at the Bureau will help you become more efficient, expand your skill set, and advance your career--all while making a significant impact on national security.
Set yourself apart. Apply today.
HOW TO APPLY
STEP 1: Click on the "Apply" button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.
STEP 2: Click the "Start" button to begin. You will be prompted to either sign in to continue or register with FBIJobs if you don't already have an account.
STEP 3: Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your interest.
Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Please note your resume MUST NOT exceed two (2) pages.
Other supporting documents:
College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.
SALARY LEVEL
Pay level for this position:
GS 11-14: $63,163.00-$138,296.00
Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay.
MAJOR DUTIES
Monitor network traffic and security alerts for malicious activities and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
Conduct incident response analysis during possible security breaches, coordinating remediation activities and ensuring effective communication.
Conduct digital forensic investigations to support incident resolution, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
Perform cyber threat intelligence analysis, including threat hunting, and manage Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs).
Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate security risks by integrating threat intelligence into defensive strategies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity processes, response capabilities, and security posture.
Drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity operations through innovation and adoption of new detection technologies.
Mentor and train junior IT specialists on cybersecurity practices, tools, and operational procedures.
Prepare comprehensive reports and briefings for leadership on incident findings, risk assessments, and threat intelligence updates.
Stay current with emerging cybersecurity trends, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to enhance detection capabilities.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
GS-11: Applicant must possess at least one year of specialized experience (SE) equivalent to the GS-9 grade level. SE is defined as follows:
Experience providing advice and guidance to management regarding technical issues which pertain to the planning, designing, developing, procuring, implementing, operating and maintaining of the organization's IT systems.
Experience monitoring and analyzing network traffic, logs and security alerts for basic IOCs and suspicious activities.
Experience supporting incident response efforts under supervision, including documenting incidents, performing preliminary triage, and escalating as needed.
Experience utilizing common cybersecurity tools (e.g., SIEM
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