Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Command Information Systems Security Manager responsible for Risk Framework Management (RMF) packages.

Duties

Information Systems Security Manager reports directly to the Program Manager (Chief, Mission Services). Cybersecurity Assurance Compliance - Plans, organizes, and develops cybersecurity policy and procedures to ensure NORAD and USNORTHCOM Enterprise networks comply with legal and regulatory requirements, mission requirements and customer needs. Senior Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist - participates in management discussions, meetings, committees, or special projects.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• PCS expenses are NOT authorized
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include extended shift-work in times of crisis, or during national readiness exercises
• The employee may be required to perform other additional duties as necessary in support of the mission
• TDY can be anticipated. The employee may be required to travel by commercial and/or military aircraft in the performance of assigned tasks
• This position has been designated as Special Sensitive. The employee is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmental Information clearance as a condition of employment
• This position is designated by the Air Force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program
• As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) if required, to submit to urinalysis testing
• The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP
• The position is considered an IAM Level III position in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M (or subsequent instruction)
• Within six (6) months, the employee needs to obtain and maintain an appropriate Information Assurance baseline certification in accordance with DoD Cybersecurity workforce requirements such as described in DoD 8570.01-M
• In addition, the employee needs to obtain and maintain Computing Environment certifications for the operating systems and/or security related tools and devices they support as required by the organization
• Commercial certifications: Certified Authorization Professional and Security Controls Assessors. Incumbents must achieve commercial certification within 18 months of assignment
• This position has been identified as eligible for situational telework, which is separate and distinct from the employee?s eligibility
• DD Form 2946, DoD Telework Agreement and required telework training must be completed prior to participation in telework program
• Under DODI 1035.01_DAFI 36-816, Telework Program, a civilian employee?s telework arrangement may be terminated at the discretion of the supervisor or at the employee?s request
• This is a KEY position IAW 32 CFR, Part 44 Appendix A and DoD Directive 1200.7. A Key Position is a Federal position that cannot be vacated during a war, national emergency, or mobilization

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A) Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards. Click HERE to view the OPM Qualification Standards. INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT Experience: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-12: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the full range of IT security principles, methods, regulations, policies, products and services sufficient to develop specifications to ensure compliance with security requirements at the LAN level and to plan and coordinate the delivery of an IT security awareness training program for end users at all levels at the installation. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of the full range of IT security principles, concepts, practices, products and services (including systems software, database software, immediate access storage technology), and methods for evaluating risk and vulnerability, implementing mitigating improvements, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures. Knowledge of security requirements for assessment and authorization, network operations and protocols, systems testing and evaluation, and performance management methods sufficient to plan and conduct security authorization reviews and risk analysis for new and installed systems or networks and assess and advice on security measures and countermeasures based on the results of reviews. Knowledge of network security requirements and techniques for protecting computer systems from viruses, data tampering, unauthorized system entry, etc. Ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to assess information, plan the sequence of actions necessary, make sound decisions, 'and solve a variety of network problems; and to analyze component interrelationships and evaluate network systems and computer applications from an operational perspective. Knowledge of a full range of network system design principles, methodologies, and approaches used in developing, testing, installing, operating, managing, and maintaining network services that support functional requirements. Ability to maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances and predict how management can meet future requirements. Knowledge of the network architecture, interrelationships, operating modes, configuration, topology, and protocols typically found at the Combatant Command level. Knowledge of complex configuration management/control techniques, and requirements appropriate to managing command-level network systems. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to develop and conduct training on information security. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

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.

Contacts

• Address NORTHCOM 250 Vandenberg Street Suite B016 Peterson SFB, CO 80914 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]