Chief Information Security Officer

Summary

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is the largest biomedical research funding organization in the world. NIH is made up of 27 Institutes and Centers. The Office of the Director, in the NIH, is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director of Cybersecurity/Chief Information Security Officer. This is a career Federal position in the Senior Executive Service. See "Duties" section for a list of the major responsibilities.

Duties

Provides executive level leadership, direction, and oversight for planning, coordination, and control of NIH-wide cybersecurity infrastructure and technology functions. Serves as the principal technical advisor to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Deputy Chief Information Officer, and other senior NIH officials on cybersecurity infrastructure and technology across the 27 institutes and centers. Ensures the cybersecurity programs are consistent with the current security and business needs and long-term goals of NIH. Manages continuous monitoring and remediation of potential and actual threats and vulnerabilities to NIH’s systems and data. Provides strategic planning, integration and support for NIH cybersecurity and counter-intelligence initiatives and physical security through collaboration with executives, research scientists, and technical internal and external groups. Assesses risks and improve the NIH information security. Directs and manages a cybersecurity program to protect NIH information and its assets, cybersecurity policy, and related functions (e.g., vulnerability management, intrusion detection and incident response, and continuous monitoring, etc.). Represents the CIO and Deputy CIO in meetings with NIH and HHS officials, OMB, representatives of business and industry, Congressional committees and staff, and other matters involving plans, programs, policies, and objectives of the OCIO and NIH. Works with organizational units and partners to implement practices that meet agreed-on policies and standards for information security and privacy. Ensures that NIH cybersecurity infrastructure and technology meet all requirements in compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and best practices. Manages an annual budget of approximately $77M and directs a staff of approximately 50 federal employees and 150 contractors.

Qualifications and evaluation

We use a multi-step process to evaluate and refer applicants: Minimum requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including the education and/or experience required for this position. You may be found 'not qualified' if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible. Rating: A panel of Senior Executives will review your application and evaluate your qualification for this position based on the information in your application. Your application will be rated based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of this position. Interviews will be at the discretion of the panel and/or selection official. Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selection official for consideration and possible interview.

Benefits

The federal government offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. For more information, check out New Employee Benefits at NIH and OPM's Employee Benefits Information.

How to apply

Applicants must submit application materials ELECTRONICALLY by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to the following email address: seniorre6@mail.nih.gov

Required documents

To receive full consideration, each applicant must submit the MANDATORY documents in the format as designated. Packages that do not include all of the required documents or meet format and length requirements will not be forwarded for consideration. Document Formatting: Documents you submit must use a 10-point font with 1-inch margins, single-spaced. All documents (including the SF-50) MUST be submitted as PDF. (Mandatory) RESUME: Two (2) page resume that contains your full name and contact information. Your resume must not exceed the two (2) page limit. Your application must describe your job-related qualifications pertinent to this position along with the dates (month/year) you performed these duties and job titles (include series and grade if a Federal job). The announcement number must be entered on the first page of your application. Separate TQ or ECQ narratives will not be accepted or considered. It is recommended that the corresponding TQs be annotated in parenthesis within your two (2) page resume. (Mandatory) REFERENCES: Submit 4-5 professional references. Your provided references will include the following information: Current and/or former supervisor and a colleague. Include their title/organization, email addresses, and phone numbers where they can be reached. NOTE: By providing your references, you are granting permission for the search committee to contact and conduct references. References will be contacted at the discretion of the search committee. Off-list references may be contacted (references not provided on your list). Only references of referred candidates will be contacted. (Mandatory, if applicable) Current civil service employees must submit a copy of their most recent (current calendar year) Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) showing their position, title, series, grade, current salary, and eligibility. Please do not submit an award SF-50. (Mandatory, if applicable) Current SES employees must submit a copy of your appointment SF-50 and your most recent (current calendar year) SF-50 showing your position, title, series, grade, current salary, and eligibility. Please do not submit an award SF-50. (Mandatory, if applicable) Former SES employees with reinstatement eligibility must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), which clearly shows your position, title, series, grade, and eligibility. Please do not submit an award SF-50. (Mandatory, if applicable) SES Candidate Development Program Graduates whose ECQs have been approved by OPM, must submit your certificate/documentation indicating OPM approval. Failure to provide all the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may remove you from consideration. NOTES: Do not include your date of birth or Social Security Number on your application materials. Please do not submit unsolicited material such as publications, personal endorsements, performance appraisals, award certificates, proof of Veterans' Preference, etc., as these items will not be included in the rating process and will be discarded. (Veterans' Preference does not apply to positions in the Senior Executive Service). All application materials are subject to the provisions of the DHHS Privacy Act and become the property of the Department of Health and Human Services. Any additional information needed will be requested prior to your appointment. FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. This announcement is located on the NIH Home Page under "Executive Careers." Additional information regarding the NIH may be found at the NIH website. NOTE: Failure to comply with the required application procedures may result in non-consideration of your application.

Additional information

NIH is located in Bethesda, MD; our campus is adjacent to downtown Bethesda, MD, at the Medical Center Metro station, and close to shops, walking trails, and restaurants. Travel and Transportation expenses may be authorized in accordance with applicable Federal Travel Regulations governing the relocation of current Federal employees and new appointees. HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats. To promote efficiency in the hiring process, the resume and corresponding responses of successful candidates may be shared with other Institutes/Centers of NIH with similar vacancies. However, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply directly to the vacancy of interest and not rely on this possibility as a means of securing employment. Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure: The National Institutes of Health inspires public confidence in our science by maintaining high ethical principles. NIH employees are subject to Federal government-wide regulations and statutes as well as agency-specific regulations described at the NIH Ethics website. We encourage you to review this information. The Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521, also requires the applicant selected for this position to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-278, prior to assuming the SES position, annually, and upon termination of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector. If you are a hearing-impaired individual seeking assistance with the application process, you may contact the Human Resources Specialist listed in this announcement by phoning a relay operator at 711. For additional information see Maryland Relay. Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly: EEOSC.Accommdations@hhs.gov Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Selective Service: As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law. Veteran's Preference: Does not apply to the SES.