Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to Primary cybersecurity interface to CO/WS information system owners, program managers and their cybersecurity staffs. Provides cybersecurity metrics to AO including Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). HQ 16th AF (AFCYBER)/A6O, JBSA-Lackland, Texas

Duties

Performs analysis of intelligence systems to ensure security controls adequately protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information being processed. Evaluates the application of emerging technologies supporting intelligence and information operations ensuring compatibility and interoperability with other ACC, Air Force, and DOD systems. Develops policy, guidance, and required plans for the introduction of new information technology standards, hardware, and software into the CO/WS enterprise. Participation in infrastructure assessments. Communications lead in infrastructure assessment teams providing technical and systems guidance to CO/WS enterprise units.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information.
• Involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• May be required to work other than normal duty hours.
• Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) is a condition of employment. Each DCWF code has been evaluated at an Advanced level. The member must meet the appropriate foundational and resident qualification requirements.
• The incumbent of this position must achieve the foundational qualifications within 9 months of assignment of this duty and must achieve the resident qualifications within 12 months of assignment of their duties.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A). BASIC REQUIREMENTS: For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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. NOTE: IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS ABOVE APPLICANT MUST ALSO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices in a professional or administrative occupation, such as would be gained through extended graduate study or experience and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments; or a comprehensive, intensive, practical knowledge of a technical field and skill in applying this knowledge to the development of new methods, approaches, or procedures. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. 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: 1. Knowledge of capabilities and requirements analysis. Familiarity with Air Force cyber weapons systems, their role, and technical requirements. 2. Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk), to include Risk Management Framework and familiarity with Authority to Operate (ATO), Interconnection Security Agreements (ISA), and Authorizing Official (AO) constructs. 3. Knowledge of a full range of IT cybersecurity principles, A&A implementation, concepts, practices, products, services, and methods for evaluating risk and vulnerabilities. Awareness of NIST Framework and relevant DoD Instructions, USCYBERCOM standards, and Air Force regulations. 4. Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, to include familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK Matrix, Cyber Kill Chain, vulnerability management, and Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE). 5. Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses, to include ability to assess and document predicted impact of sub-standard cybersecurity practices. Familiar with cyber mitigation/remediation. 6. Knowledge of cloud computing deployment models in private, public, and hybrid environment and the difference between on-premises and off-premises environments as well as cloud computing service models Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS). 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 improvement, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures. 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 IC - Air Force DCIPS 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]