Transportation Security Inspector Cyber
Dallas, TX - USA
Job Summary
Securing Travel Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of cities across the country you would secure airports seaports railroads highways and/or public transit systems thus protecting Americas transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce.
This Transportation Security Inspector - Cyber position is located at Security Operations Surface Operations Transportation Security Administration Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:
- Provides technical expertise and support for criminal investigations related to alleged or suspected security threats and violation(s). Leads security assessments to identify unusual trends or actions that have the potential for developing into major security/safety problem(s) or violation(s).
- Performs comprehensive cybersecurity assessments utilizing the Cyber Security Evaluation Tool (CSET). Provides relevant training and education on utilizing this resource.
- Conducts inquiries and/or investigates surface transportation and pipeline security incidents threats violations or potential violations and other incidents as defined by the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) or as directed by the respective Headquarters Directorate or appropriate authority.
- Prepares written reports to document regulatory and structured oversight (assessment) activities.
- Serves as an expert advisor/point of contact for surface transportation operations. Provides technical support for regulatory activities and monitors outreach programs within the pipeline freight and passenger rail sectors.
- Develops or coordinates surface transportation security initiatives across the nations pipeline transportation system that focus on cybersecurity training community outreach security planning intelligence and information sharing security exercises and operational detection and deterrence.
- Collaborates with other federal departments/agencies the private sector and other stakeholders to ensure that pipeline and freight and passenger rail cybersecurity risks are effectively managed critical networks are protected vulnerabilities are mitigated cybersecurity threats are reduced and countered and incidents are responded to in a timely and effective way.
- Plans coordinates and conducts all activities necessary for stakeholder engagement. Leads supporting efforts in the implementation of pipeline and rail cyber measures that protect information technology and operational technology systems including industry controls systems and other critical assets by safeguarding their confidentiality integrity and availability.
- Based on direction provided by Supervisory Transportation Security Inspector (STSI) Regional Operations Director (ROD) and or Regional Security Director (RSD) inputs data pertinent to incidents inspections investigations assessments training exercises and outreaches into approved databases.
- Leads and/or participates in surface transportation related assessments to ensure the integrity of the applicable surface transportation security systems.
- Inspects and validates security processes procedures systems and equipment in connection with compliance inspections and vulnerability assessments. Conducts assessments to evaluate and analyze security posture and compliance.
- Incumbent must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Incumbent is required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement OGE-450 (5CFR Part 2634 Subpart I USOGE 6/08). Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually in accordance with TSA Directive 1100.73-5 Employee Responsibilities and Code of Conduct.
- Incumbent must possess United States Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
- Work may require driving or traveling by motor vehicle and occasionally involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risk or discomforts that require special safety precautions.
- Successful completion of basic Transportation Security Inspections and all mode-specific Training/Certifications.
- Successful completion of all required cybersecurity and pipeline and rail training(s).
- Must meet any required medical psychological and physical guidelines for TSIs.
- Be willing to undertake extensive travel at times overnight as required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
- Must hold or be able to obtain a Government travel card.
- Must be available as needed to respond to security-related crisis or incidents to protect U.S. transportation interests within the U.S. and possibly worldwide.
- Must be available to work various shifts including frequently changing and uncommon tours of duty.
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for TSA to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities including Presidential Memoranda Executive Orders interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.
To qualify for the SV-J Pay Band (equivalent to the GS-14) you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-I or GS-13 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as:
- Conducting inspections and investigations; determining when enforcement action should be taken;
- Engaging in security assessments and evaluations of surface transportation security systems;
- Documenting the results to monitor compliance with policies regulations and agreements to standards;
- Identifying potential problem areas and deviation from prescribed standards.
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Eligibility to apply for other Federal positions: TSA is an Excepted Service agency exempt from most of Title 5 United States Code including regulations which apply to displaced Federal employees (CTAP/ICTAP) of other agencies and employment with TSA does not confer Competitive Status that generally results from selection and service in Competitive Service agencies. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has established an Interchange Agreement which allows most permanent TSA employees to apply and be considered for vacancies in Competitive Service agencies. Information from OPM on this or other Interchange Agreements is available at: ensure the accomplishment of our mission DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation as a condition of placement into this position.
DHS uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306 Declaration for Federal Employment and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment dismissal after beginning work fine or imprisonment.
TSA employees who are absent for the purpose of performing military duty may apply for any vacancies announced in their absence.
More than one position may be filled from this announcement.
If you are entering TSA employment on an appointment without time limitations you must serve a basic trial period unless you have already met the requirement.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position after notification of the adjudication of your request you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. ( should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package including: health dental vision life and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan similar to a 401(k); Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; situational telework may be permitted in accordance with departmental policy telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information go to the DHS Careers website and select Benefits. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5 2016 who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Employees who transfer to TSA from an agency that allows employees to maintain an annual leave balance higher than the maximum accumulation for the appointed position will have their leave ceiling set to the maximum accumulation for the appointed position (e.g. United States duty location - 240 hours foreign duty location - 360 hours or TSES position - 720 hours). TSA will not make a monetary payment for any leave forfeited under these circumstances.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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