Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

The FCC seeks a Supervisory IT Specialist (INFOSEC) to provide executive information security leadership across the agency, shaping strategy and technical direction for all information security programs.

Responsibilities

• Direct oversight and technical guidance for four sub-unit leads: Security Operations Manager, Governance, Risk, and Compliance lead, Security Engineer, and Incident Response lead.
• Define and enforce the Enterprise Information Security Strategy, incorporating AI and ML risk considerations into the agency's security posture.
• Advise the CIO, Managing Director, and Chairman on cybersecurity risk, systemic vulnerabilities, threat landscapes, AI security risks, and regulatory compliance.
• Represent the FCC on interagency cybersecurity councils (OMB, CISA, White House roundtables), contributing expertise on AI governance, Zero Trust, and vulnerability management.
• Translate complex risk data from vulnerability scans, threat intelligence, and identity/access indicators into executive memos and risk-acceptance briefs for leadership.
• Exercise ultimate oversight of the 24/7/365 Security Operations Center, including management of SIEM platforms like Splunk for continuous monitoring and threat detection across enterprise systems.
• Direct the enterprise vulnerability management program, prioritizing and remediating risks to continually reduce the attack surface.
• Oversee enterprise identity and access management programs, including Okta governance, ensuring secure authentication and privileged access aligned with ICAM and Zero Trust principles.
• Establish AI security governance protocols, conduct risk assessments for AI/ML deployments, guard against adversarial ML and data poisoning, and oversee third‑party AI tools per NIST AI RMF and OMB guidance.
• Develop and enforce agency-wide Information Security Policies, Handbooks, and Rules of Behavior aligned with FISMA, NIST guidelines (NIST SP 800-53, NIST AI RMF), and applicable Executive Orders.
• Lead the cybersecurity group budget process, prioritizing investments in vulnerability management, SIEM, IAM, and AI security, using CPIC to balance defense needs with mission requirements.

Requirements

• United States citizenship.
• Suitability for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation.
• Probationary period of one year, if applicable.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Financial disclosure may be required upon assuming the position.
• Resume limited to two pages and meeting format criteria.
• Drug testing required.
• Security clearance required.

Technologies

• Splunk
• Okta
• Tenable
• AWS GovCloud
• Azure Government
• CPIC
• NIST RMF
• NIST SP 800-53
• NIST AI RMF

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Holidays and Leave
• Retirement
• Thrift Savings Plan
• Transit Benefit
• Alternative Work Schedule
• Telecommuting

Clarification from the Agency

• OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Open to all U.S. Citizens. Individuals who apply under other authorities may also apply competitively. Non-citizens may be eligible for this excepted service position under certain circumstances.

Additional Information

• EOE Policy Statement
• Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement
• Veterans Information
• Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• Declaration for Federal Employment and background investigation requirements prior to hire; accuracy certification; penalties for false statements.
• If applicable, a trial period may be required.
• Financial interests rules for FCC employees and family members; may require a financial disclosure upon appointment.
• Candidates should be committed to improving government efficiency and upholding the rule of law and the Constitution.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Evaluation based on how well candidates meet the qualifications, with merit procedures used for DEU and Merit Promotion hiring.
• Optional four essay questions as part of the application process.
• Proposed prompts (paraphrased):
• Explain how your dedication to the Constitution informs your approach to this federal role, with a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience.
• Describe how you would use your skills to improve government efficiency and effectiveness, citing specific process improvements or outcomes.
• Discuss how you would advance the President’s policy priorities in this role, identifying one or two initiatives and how you would implement them.
• Explain how a strong work ethic has contributed to your achievements and how those qualities would enable service in this position, with concrete examples.