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Summary NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for a Supervisory IT Specialist (Security) to join our team! This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates. Responsibilities This position serves as the Chief of the Applied Cybersecurity Division (ACD) in NIST's Information Technology Laboratory. In this role, the candidate selected: Plans, directs, coordinates, and administers the scientific, technical, and policy work of the ACD; Promotes national and international cybersecurity and privacy by using and enhancing the technical competencies of division personnel with consideration of usability, effectiveness, interoperability, performance, and economic trade-offs; Establishes and cultivates relationships and collaborations with key stakeholders across ITL and NIST, and in industry, government, and academia; Coordinates with and supports the interagency on cybersecurity and privacy executive actions, policy priorities, and interagency partnerships and collaborations, and provides technical assistance on policy and legislative proposals; Communicates the status of cybersecurity and privacy program activities within NIST and the Department of Commerce, the interagency, and external stakeholders, and represents NIST in external meetings and events; Manages the financial and personnel resources of the division; Supervises and serves as a mentor to employees; and Serves as a vital member of the ITL management team. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Basic Requirements: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. Attention to Detail- Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service- Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication- Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving- Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. In addition to the above requirements: Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level (ZP-IV at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience in managing an organization responsible for cybersecurity and privacy research, development, application, and implementation guidance. Experience must include interdisciplinary collaborations with industry, academia, and multiple government agencies to apply cybersecurity, identity management, privacy standards, and best practices. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done. We will credit all qualifying volunteer experience in your application. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. Applicant Reconsideration Education Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position. Additional Information This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS). The APMS is a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Find out more about the APMS here! Your application package may be shared with other selecting officials at NIST for similar opportunities and additional selections may be made from this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible in order to make qualification or eligibility determinations. A supervisory probationary period may be required. This position requires the passing of a drug test This position requires the filing of an OGE-450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of onboarding and annually thereafter. We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as: Telework Flexible work schedules Paid parental leave Paid vacation Sick leave Family-friendly leave Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families Child and elder-care resources On-site childcare center Lactation spaces Wellness programs Fitness center Employee assistance programs