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 function as a Software Engineer in the field of Cyber Security in support of the OSI Investigations Operations Collections Nexus (ICON) Center, Field Operating Agency, USAF.

Duties

-Employee initiates, plans and conducts applied research and exploratory development in the fields of computer science with emphasis on creating tools to synthesize diverse data sets and presenting them to an analyst -Employee examines malicious cyber actor activity and designs tools and techniques to collect, decode, and visualize data -Employee makes recommendations for improvements in analysis tools and processes

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes information assurance (IA) work as a paramount duty requirement. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA
• certification within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Computer Science Series, 1550. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/ INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. Note: Must submit a copy of official transcripts. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes mastery of and skill in applying the principles, theories, and methodologies of a specialty area as it relates to the respective disciplines of computer science. Knowledge of computer sciences and engineering concepts and principles which could be acquired by a bachelor's degree. Expert consultation to heads of major organizations, high-ranking Government officials, and key personnel within or outside the Federal Government. Formulates, tests, and evaluates new theories, principles, concepts, and practices of the discipline; provides management with expert technical guidance and recommendations for achieving the agency's objectives. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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: 1. Extensive knowledge and experience in a computer science/electrical engineering discipline to include software engineering concepts, network engineering concepts, software development best practices, and database design/development. Examples of desired course skill sets include: Computer Network Architecture and Programming, Computer Network Performance and Survivability, Data Communication and Computer Networks, Internetworking Protocols and Software, MS Windows .NET, Software Engineering, and Database Management systems and query languages. Working knowledge of Windows Internals, to include APIs, processes/threads, memory management, and Windows Registry. 2. Expert knowledge of understanding of the software development/debugging, and parsing of non-standard data and text files, and heavily experienced in software deployment and sustainment. 3. Extensive knowledge of multiple computer science or electrical engineer disciplines, as demonstrated by specific coursework, experience, or certification. Demonstrated areas of expertise will include Python scripting, indepth working knowledge of PERL, .NET, and Java, as well as extensive programming experience in x86 Assembly, C/C++/C#, Go. 4. Highly exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including ability to produce as well as provide expert review of accurate and timely technical reports are required. 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 Peterson SFB 135 Dover Street Ste 1057 Peterson SFB, CO 80914 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]