Government Information Specialist (Privacy Analyst)
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WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OTHER IRS CAREERS? Visit us on the web at www.
jobs.
irs.
gov Responsibilities WHAT IS THE PRIVACY, GOVERNMENT LIAISON AND DISCLOSURE (PGLD) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at:
https:
//www.
jobs.
irs.
gov/about/who/business-divisions Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:
PGLD Privacy Policy and Compliance (PPC) The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.
If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position.
Serves as an advisor who provides technical and administrative guidance on complex privacy and disclosure issues.
Also, develops Privacy-related policies for nationwide application to both internal and external customers.
Plans, develops, coordinates, and establishes operating methods and procedures for accomplishment of the privacy mission and implements the privacy program objectives to ensure guidance and procedures comply with all applicable Federal privacy legislation, regulations, OMB guidance, and IRS policies for integration of privacy as a foundation within the IRS systems.
Meets with managers and senior analysts within the Service to articulate and assist in meeting the overall goals and objectives of the privacy program.
Conducts internal investigations of the actions of employees who have a reported data loss incident, disclosure, loss, theft, or an email stopped by the Safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information Data Extracts (SPIIDE) system.
Using information obtained during the investigation, conducts risk assessments for instances of a loss or disclosure of sensitive but unclassified (SBU) data including personally identifiable information (PII) and determines appropriate remediation actions such as notification of impacted individuals and management.
For output from monitoring programs, such as SPIIDE, determines if instances of possible non-compliance with policy should be referred to management for possible administrative action or other remediation.
Analyzes and responds to complex inquiries submitted by various stakeholders for specific policy implications and is a key player in policy decisions in response to privacy, records and disclosure issues which may have nationwide or international impact.
An example of international impact is the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
An analyst supports FATCA in several ways such as the analysis of privacy impact assessments related to FATCA computer systems which ensure that taxpayer information is protected.
Any breach of information is reported and the impact is analyzed.
Designs new approaches for routine work within the statutory and regulatory framework (as defined in NIST, OMB and Department of Treasury regulations, etc.
) for problem solving where established methods and procedures are inapplicable, unavailable or inappropriate.
Takes responsibility and stays focused on the issue until an effective policy decision is affected.
Adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles to effectively deal with ambiguity.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
Citizen or National and provide proof of U.
S.
Citizenship.
(Birth certificate showing birth in the U.
S; Unexpired U.
S.
Passport; Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization; or Report of Birth Abroad of a U.
S.
Citizen (Form FS-240)) Undergo a review of prior performance/conduct and an income tax verification.
Refer to Get Your Tax Record at http:
//www.
irs.
gov/ (https:
//www.
irs.
gov/individuals/get-transcript) to check the status of your account, balance owed, payment history, make a payment, or review answers to tax questions.
If you are not in compliance, you will be determined unsuitable for employment with IRS.
Must successfully complete a background investigation, including a FBI criminal history record check (fingerprint check).
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
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.
These documents must be unexpired original or certified copies.
Qualifications Federal experience is not required.
The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service.
One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis.
To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-13:
You must have 1 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 experience applying the legal and regulatory requirements for the privacy and disclosure of sensitive information.
Examples include the application of the Privacy Act or Section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code to business operations and development of procedural guidance designed to ensure privacy protections are included in business processes.
In addition, you must have experience applying a wide range of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, sufficient to accomplish programs or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations; experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing and experience with federal or other business operations and how privacy and disclosure requirements apply to core functions.
For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Education For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent.
An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION:
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.
S.
education program.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Click here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
Additional Information Subject to a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed).
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.
We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
Additional jobs may be filled.
The salary range indicated in this announcement reflects the minimum locality pay up to maximum locality pay for all duty locations listed.
The range will be adjusted for selected duty location.
General Schedule locality pay tables may be found under Salaries & Wages.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
Tour of Duty:
Day Shift.
Alternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.
Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
Telework Eligible Positions:
Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework.
Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.
g.
, reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program.
Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status.
As a reminder - If you are selected for a position, you are responsible for reporting to your designated POD (location) on the negotiated start date or as directed by management.
Recommended Skills Integration Application Development Systems Integration Systems Analyst Application Integration Architecture Software Development Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OTHER IRS CAREERS? Visit us on the web at www.
jobs.
irs.
gov Responsibilities WHAT IS THE PRIVACY, GOVERNMENT LIAISON AND DISCLOSURE (PGLD) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at:
https:
//www.
jobs.
irs.
gov/about/who/business-divisions Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:
PGLD Privacy Policy and Compliance (PPC) The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.
If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position.
Serves as an advisor who provides technical and administrative guidance on complex privacy and disclosure issues.
Also, develops Privacy-related policies for nationwide application to both internal and external customers.
Plans, develops, coordinates, and establishes operating methods and procedures for accomplishment of the privacy mission and implements the privacy program objectives to ensure guidance and procedures comply with all applicable Federal privacy legislation, regulations, OMB guidance, and IRS policies for integration of privacy as a foundation within the IRS systems.
Meets with managers and senior analysts within the Service to articulate and assist in meeting the overall goals and objectives of the privacy program.
Conducts internal investigations of the actions of employees who have a reported data loss incident, disclosure, loss, theft, or an email stopped by the Safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information Data Extracts (SPIIDE) system.
Using information obtained during the investigation, conducts risk assessments for instances of a loss or disclosure of sensitive but unclassified (SBU) data including personally identifiable information (PII) and determines appropriate remediation actions such as notification of impacted individuals and management.
For output from monitoring programs, such as SPIIDE, determines if instances of possible non-compliance with policy should be referred to management for possible administrative action or other remediation.
Analyzes and responds to complex inquiries submitted by various stakeholders for specific policy implications and is a key player in policy decisions in response to privacy, records and disclosure issues which may have nationwide or international impact.
An example of international impact is the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
An analyst supports FATCA in several ways such as the analysis of privacy impact assessments related to FATCA computer systems which ensure that taxpayer information is protected.
Any breach of information is reported and the impact is analyzed.
Designs new approaches for routine work within the statutory and regulatory framework (as defined in NIST, OMB and Department of Treasury regulations, etc.
) for problem solving where established methods and procedures are inapplicable, unavailable or inappropriate.
Takes responsibility and stays focused on the issue until an effective policy decision is affected.
Adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles to effectively deal with ambiguity.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
Citizen or National and provide proof of U.
S.
Citizenship.
(Birth certificate showing birth in the U.
S; Unexpired U.
S.
Passport; Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization; or Report of Birth Abroad of a U.
S.
Citizen (Form FS-240)) Undergo a review of prior performance/conduct and an income tax verification.
Refer to Get Your Tax Record at http:
//www.
irs.
gov/ (https:
//www.
irs.
gov/individuals/get-transcript) to check the status of your account, balance owed, payment history, make a payment, or review answers to tax questions.
If you are not in compliance, you will be determined unsuitable for employment with IRS.
Must successfully complete a background investigation, including a FBI criminal history record check (fingerprint check).
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
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.
These documents must be unexpired original or certified copies.
Qualifications Federal experience is not required.
The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service.
One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis.
To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-13:
You must have 1 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 experience applying the legal and regulatory requirements for the privacy and disclosure of sensitive information.
Examples include the application of the Privacy Act or Section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code to business operations and development of procedural guidance designed to ensure privacy protections are included in business processes.
In addition, you must have experience applying a wide range of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, sufficient to accomplish programs or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations; experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing and experience with federal or other business operations and how privacy and disclosure requirements apply to core functions.
For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Education For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent.
An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION:
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.
S.
education program.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Click here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
Additional Information Subject to a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed).
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.
We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
Additional jobs may be filled.
The salary range indicated in this announcement reflects the minimum locality pay up to maximum locality pay for all duty locations listed.
The range will be adjusted for selected duty location.
General Schedule locality pay tables may be found under Salaries & Wages.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
Tour of Duty:
Day Shift.
Alternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.
Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
Telework Eligible Positions:
Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework.
Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.
g.
, reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program.
Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status.
As a reminder - If you are selected for a position, you are responsible for reporting to your designated POD (location) on the negotiated start date or as directed by management.
Recommended Skills Integration Application Development Systems Integration Systems Analyst Application Integration Architecture Software Development Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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