Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
$199,172 - $228,000/yr
Summary The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of the Chief Information Officer is looking for a dynamic, innovative, seasoned executive to serve as the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity and CISO within the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees - Competitive service Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales. Federal employees - Excepted service Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria. Senior executives Individuals looking for an executive-level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). Clarification from the agency Open to All U.S. Citizens Duties The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of the Chief Information Officer is looking for a dynamic, innovative, seasoned executive to lead the Office Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity \& CISO provides leadership for the strategic direction and management of Department-wide enterprise cybersecurity threat and vulnerability information to enable the agency to identify, protect, detect, respond and recover from cyber-attacks. As the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity and CISO you will: * Provide leadership for the strategic direction and management of Department-wide enterprise cybersecurity threat and vulnerability information to enable the agency to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from cyber-attacks. * Provide guidance and expert advice in developing, promoting, and maintaining cybersecurity controls and performance measures to adequately and cost effectively protect all cyber critical infrastructure, including classified and unclassified information systems and national security systems. * Provide leadership, maintain governance and operational oversight of the DOE Joint Cybersecurity Coordination Center, central point for the collection, analysis, handling, and sharing of enterprise cybersecurity information and serve as the Department's incident response coordination and reporting element. * Provide Department-wide leadership in information security policy and guidance to promote efficient, effective cyber, telecommunications, and information security practices while assuring consistency with national policy. * Provide expert advice, recommendations, and representation in areas of Departmental cybersecurity policies, guidelines, and implementation of enhanced Departmental information security practices. * Serve as a representative to appropriate Federal cyber security committees and forums, including the Federal Computer Security Program Manager's Forum and the Committee for National Security Systems Security Committee. * Develop and mentor staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes. This is a dual-hatted position that includes serving as the "Chief Information Security Officer" (CISO), duties include: * Develop and maintain the Department's cybersecurity architecture to ensure Departmental information and information systems are protected in accordance with the risk and magnitude of harm that would occur from the loss or compromise of the Department's information assets. * On behalf of the CIO, prepare DOE's annual agency report on the effectiveness of DOE's Cybersecurity Management Program, including progress of remedial actions. * Serve as the senior advisor to departmental officials to ensure that DOE's program office compliance with the Cybersecurity Management Program. * Establish Departmental cybersecurity policy, standards, and guidelines in accordance with federal law and regulations, Presidential directives, the national standards and industry best practices. Develop and coordinate Departmental policy for communications security, emissions security, secure voice, and cybersecurity. * Responsible for the Enterprise Risk Management-Cybersecurity (ERM-CS) strategy plan, and management. * Serve as the agency's cybersecurity liaison to the private sector and federal community including the Executive Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the Committee on National Security Systems, and the National Institute for Standards and Technology. * Serve as the DOE's senior Authorizing Official (AO) and provide training, guidance, and coordination with other agency AOs. Requirements Conditions of employment * Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency * If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. * May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests * File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. * You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: * Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, * FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and * SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)" Qualifications 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Demonstrated comprehensive executive leadership in establishing and directing advanced cybersecurity programs that underpin digital transformation initiatives. TQ 2: Exhibited exceptional leadership in managing complex cybersecurity operations, including, but not limited to, incident response and recovery, at an enterprise level. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: * ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. * ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. * ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. * ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. * ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Education No education requirements for this position. Additional information Veterans Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES. Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. This is a non-bargaining unit position. 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. 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/. Required Documents A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. 1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience. A minimum of 10-point font is required. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. 2. VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy. 3. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: * CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility. * SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification. * CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages. Agency contact information Rashida Smith Email rashida.smith@hq.doe.gov Address Office of the Chief Information Officer Department of Energy Human Capital Shared Service Center 1000 Independence Ave, SW Washington, DC 20585 US### Next steps To verify the status of your application, sign in to your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to. Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. Overview Accepting applications Open \& closing dates 02/06/2026 to 02/19/2026 Salary $199,172 to - $228,000 per year Pay scale \& grade ES 00 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Washington, DC Remote job No Telework eligible Yes—as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Senior Executive Promotion potential None Job family (Series) * 2210 Information Technology Management Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk Trust determination process * National security Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status No Announcement number 26-IM-00167-12878795-ES Control number 856782800
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