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Summary We are seeking highly motivated professionals to join our team. If you want challenging work and a chance to make a big impact, come join us at the Office of Inspector General for the Department of Commerce! We improve the effectiveness of the Department's programs and operations. We also investigate waste, fraud, and abuse in the Department and those who do business with it. Responsibilities This position is listed as a remote work position, in order to allow candidates from across the country to apply and be considered. However, Commerce OIG is flexible. Any selected applicant within the Seattle, WA or Washington, DC commuting areas will have the additional options of working onsite in one of those offices, or having a hybrid telework agreement allowing a mixture of both in-office work and telework. As an Information Technology Specialist (Information Security), you will: Serve as an integral member of the Web Team to support the high-quality design, coding, testing, documentation, deployment and maintenance of agency websites, forms, and web applications by using current technologies (i.e., content management system, programming languages, video, graphic design, frameworks) and development methodologies. Analyze requests for system capabilities and recommends innovative solutions to arising complex issues by sharing information, persuading, or negotiating a resolution with the stakeholders. Utilize various automated systems to revise and/or update old content including SharePoint Online, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe in Design, Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Cloud, and other graphic arts related equipment/software. Implement and maintain a production website which complies with all required security standards and guidelines to effectively ensure its content is accurate and up to date, has high availability, functional production issues are addressed quickly, and website technology is continuously secured through software upgrades and patches. Participate in small to medium sized projects to develop modern digital content concepts with the in-house design team in the areas of media, graphics, and videos for OIG's digital properties. Requirements Conditions of Employment The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé. Key Requirements: Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience: For the GS-13, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience for this position includes: Performing a broad range of network and systems administration tasks associated with Software Development, such as web applications or database development, using programming code; AND Overseeing and contributing to major projects that include facing challenges with IT issues impacting an enterprise network; AND Troubleshooting and resolving IT system/infrastructure problems throughout the entire systems development life cycle.; AND Facilitating with the design of client-server applications interfaced to centralized databases. In addition to meeting specialized experience, applicants must also show proficiency in 1) attention to detail, 2) customer service, 3) oral communication, and 4) problem solving. Education Additional Information We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This is a non-bargaining unit position. We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (CONTINUED): A one year probationary period may be required. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Secret - Background Investigation will be required Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Employees assigned to remote locations may be required to travel outside of the commuting area to activate or update their PIV Card. Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel. Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. DOCOIG offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the benefits offered to most Federal employees at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/. Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions. Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits Additional benefits may include: Flexible work schedule, transportation subsidy, fitness center, child-care facility, career development with a generous training program, credit union and convenient access to Metrorail and Metrobus transit services in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia communities, car pools/van pools and more.