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 the Information System Security Manager (ISSM); responsible for Assessment & Authorizations (A&A) of Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router (NIPRNet) and Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPRNet) Enclaves to Operate (ATO) packages. Responsible for the Cybersecurity posture - classified and unclassified enclaves.

Duties

Serves as the Information System Security Manager for the Wing Cybersecurity Office performing base-level Cybersecurity risk management, senior IT specialist and Risk Management Framework Assessment & Authorization (A&A) duties. Functions as the senior base cybersecurity and security risk analyst. Analyzes and implements DoD and AF policy needs and develops policy and procedures governing Cybersecurity and A&A activities. Serves as the senior Cybersecurity technical advisor for Eglin networks and information systems. Perform Continuous Monitoring of both Classified and Unclassified Enclaves and Computer Networks. Represents the organization in a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the organization's ISSM office, ensuring that the organization's ISSM office complies with legal, regulatory, and cybersecurity requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• 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/
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement 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.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This position may require travel. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
• The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft.
• Recall to duty may be a requirement of this position.
• Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required.
• Incumbent must be eligible for a TS or TS/SCI security clearance (Special Compartmented Information), as required by duty location.
• 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 and maintain the IAM Level II 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.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, click here. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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. 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. 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 year (52 weeks) or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Information System Security Managers (ISSM) responsible for Assessment & Authorizations (A&A) of Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router (NIPRNet) and Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPRNet) Enclaves to Operate (ATO) packages. Responsible for the Cybersecurity posture of the classified and unclassified enclaves; the IT Specialist for A&A activities, and a DoDI 5009 and 8510.01 subject matter expert, coordinating, advising, planning, and organizing all activities related to the Cybersecurity and A&A of classified and unclassified base network enclaves and systems; performs duties as a senior information technology (IT) specialist providing a wide range of IT and network security services for over 23K users and over 55K network devices, tailored to support multiple systems on the NIPRNet and SIPRNet providing advanced knowledge and skills in cybersecurity. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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. 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. Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of cyber, Information Technology (IT), or Information Management (IM) assessment, planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation as well as knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, managing cyber, IT, or IM projects and resources, monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance. Ability to lead and manage information systems planning, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance as well as ability to make decisions or recommendations that significantly impact important agency cyber, IT, or IM policies or programs. 2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices and procedures. 3. Knowledge of DoD/Air Force IT Information Security (INFOSEC) security requirements for Assessment and Authorization (A&A), network operations and protocols, systems testing and evaluation, and performance management methods sufficient to plan and conduct security accreditation reviews for installed systems or networks and assess and advise on new or revised security measures and countermeasures based on the results of A&A reviews. 4. Expert knowledge of information technology and information security industry standards, cost-benefits analysis methods, and analysis to performance data to prepare persuasive recommendations in support of Cybersecurity requirements. 5. Ability to maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances and predict how management can meet future requirements. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 7. Knowledge of the Communications Squadron mission, internal processes, and policies. 8. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 9. Ability to develop and conduct training on information security. 10. Professional knowledge and experience to be able to attain or to have already attained the specified certification levels described in DoD 8570.01-M needed to carry out the performance of this position. 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 AF Test Center 6437 6th Street Bldg 430, Rm 119 Hill AFB, UT 84056 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]