IT Cybersecurity Specialist

The IT Cybersecurity Specialist role at CMS acts as the Chief Information Security Officer and principal advisor on security policy and technical matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership and stakeholders on security and privacy laws, regulations, policies, and guidance to maintain system security and compliance while supporting CMS objectives.
• Provide authoritative direction for the agency information technology security program.
• Identify, develop, and drive the implementation of cybersecurity and privacy best practices in IT system management.
• Serve as the Senior Information Security Officer and lead operational activities.
• Oversee compliance for Authority to Operate (ATO) or Authority to Connect (ATC) processes.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply.
• Willingness to undergo a background and suitability investigation.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Possibility of a one-year probationary period.
• Documentation for completing the DHS I-9 will be verified through the DHS E-Verify System.
• Federal salary payments must be made via direct deposit.
• Must possess and maintain one of the accredited certifications: CISSP, CASP, or GSEC.
• Attach proof of certification with your application.
• Basic IT-related experience demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

This job is open to

• The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL): Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Clarification from the agency

This announcement is advertised under Direct Hire Authority and is open to all United States Citizens or Nationals.

Additional Information

• Bargaining Unit Position: No
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentive: Not Authorized
• Relocation Incentive: Not Authorized
• Financial Disclosure: Yes, OGE-450
• Workplace Flexibility at CMS: Regular and recurring reporting requirement to the CMS office; flexible working arrangements and alternative schedules may be offered at the manager's discretion.
• ICTAP/CTAP: Eligible displaced federal employees may receive selection priority; documentation and well-qualified rating required per official guidance.

Required Documents

1. Resume showing relevant experience; two-page limit applies; must indicate citizenship and Selective Service status for males born after 12/31/1959; include start and end dates, hours per week for each role.
2. CMS Required Documents (e.g., SF-50, DD-214, SF-15, etc.) as specified in the announcement.
3. RPL Eligibility Documents: if claiming RPL, provide the most recent SF-50 showing position details and, if applicable, separation or RIF documentation.
4. Reasonable Accommodation requests for USA Hire assessments: submit before starting assessments; decisions are case-by-case.

How to Apply

1. Review the full announcement and instructions before applying.
2. Submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM (ET) on 07/09/2026, including all questionnaires, assessments, and required documents.
3. Click Apply, complete the questions, attach necessary documents, and submit before the deadline.
4. If applicable, complete USA Hire assessments after submission; instructions will appear in the application portal and via email.
5. Access USA Hire with your USAJOBS credentials; most applicants finish the assessments within a few hours.
6. Assessment responses can be reused for up to one year for future applications.