• Job Description

  Req#: 773421200
  The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Information Assurance Branch Manager. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
  

  Duties

  
  

  Develops standards for technical performance for outsourcing; conducts regular reviews of vendor’s contract performance; Serves as COR for the IT Support Services Contract and oversees CORs for outsourcing contracts; Oversees branch efforts for the contract re-compete process, including requirements generation, RFP creation and evaluation. Leads the preparation of long-term and short-term strategic plans; Manages the operations of the branch, including setting priorities, allocating resources, managing personnel, staff recruitment & training, performance evaluation and providing general oversight of projects. Develops, implements, and monitors the branch budget and budget expenditures; develops budget forecasts; creates documentation justifying requests; provides input into budget testimony; Uses cost/benefit analysis on a continuing basis to assess efficiency of services. Manages and supervises staff recruitment, training, motivation, and performance evaluation. Establishes policies and practices governing the operation, services, and staff of the branch. Prepares and maintains status reports; approves purchases; and performs related administrative requirements. Other duties as assigned.

  
  

  Requirements

  
  

  • For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY.

  
  

  Qualifications

  
  

  Required Work Experience

  • Eight to ten years of experience in program or information technology management

  Security Clearance

  • Top Secret security clearance
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.

  Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

  • Knowledge of the current principles and practices of public administration, including governmental procurement, contracting, personnel, and project management.
  • Ability to analyze complex issues and make recommendations for action.
  • Ability to plan, direct, manage, and supervise programs and activities of several technical units.
  • Ability to plan, assign and review the work of technical, professional, and managerial personnel.
  • Ability to manage multi-million-dollar annual budgets.
  • Establishes policies and practices governing the operation, services, and staff of the branch.
  • Serve as the Director in his/her absence.
  • Leads or participates in user groups, task forces, and steering committee activities with other Senate or legislative branch organizations.
  • Represents the SAA in meetings and activities with senior management of other Senate or legislative branch organizations.

  1. Leadership and Management:

  • Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams, integrating efforts across multifunctional and multi-disciplinary domains, from operations centers to threat intelligence.

  2. Technical Expertise:

  • Expertise in identifying security controls of information systems and networks.
  • Ability to provide expert technical advice, guidance, and consultaon on critical information security and risk management issues.

  3. Communication and Influence:

  • Exceptional skill in articulating complex ideas clearly to a variety of audiences, both expert and non-expert, across a range of different media.
  • Competence in promoting cybersecurity awareness and fostering a culture of cybersecurity within the organization.

  4. Strategic Thinking and Decision Making:

  • Strong skills in critical thinking, judgment, and creativity.
  • Aptitude for assessing and implementing cybersecurity and information assurance strategies
    and tactics.

  5. Project and Time Management:

  • Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines, demonstrating prioritization and re-priorizaon in challenging environments.

  Desired Qualifications

  1. Educational and Professional Background:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 9-10 years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degrees may count towards years of experience.
  • Professional security management certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM).

  2. Risk Management and Cybersecurity Knowledge:

  • Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF), Supply Chain Risk Management Practices, and Third-party vendor risk management.
  • Familiarity with risk management processes, including methods for assessing and mitigating risks.
  • Proficiency in cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools.

  3. Security Frameworks, Methodologies and Platforms:

  • Experience with implementing and adapting information security management frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of computer networking concepts, protocols, network security methodologies, and various computer platforms (cloud, centralized, distributed, client-server, and stand-alone environments).
  • Experience with ServiceNow Governance, Risk and Compliance and Security Operations modules.

  4. Cyber Threat and Adversary Insight:

  • Deep understanding of types of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and adversary capabilities.

  5. Administrative and Project Management Skills:

  • Knowledge of public administration principles, including governmental procurement, contracting, personnel, and capital project management.
  • Familiarity with project life cycle methodologies.
  • Understanding of executive-level network security administrative procedures, concepts, policies, and practices.

  6. Incident Management and Operational Continuity:

  • Experience in incident management and ensuring the continuity of critical infrastructure.

  Continuous Learning & Development:
  We believe in nurturing talent. With access to advanced training modules, workshops, and seminars, your growth journey is our top priority.

  Benefits & Perks:
  Enjoy a competitive package that goes beyond just a paycheck. Comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and unique perks await you. Remote Work Status: Hybrid – This role offers a hybrid work status, but does require an onsite presence on Capitol Hill or Manassas, VA 1-2 times per week. For more information regarding SAA’s benefits, please visit Information for Prospective Employees.

• About the company

  The legislative branch drafts proposed laws, confirms or rejects presidential nominations for heads of federal agencies, federal judges, and the Supreme Court, and has the authority to declare war. This branch includes Congress (the Senate and House of Representatives) and special agencies and offices that provide support services to Congress. American citizens have the right to vote for Senators and Representatives through free, confidential ballots.

Notice