Job opening: IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC)
Salary: $123 945 - 161 131 per year
Relocation: YES
Published at: Mar 01 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Delegated Authorizing Official for the AF Intelligence Community in order to comply with Intelligence Community in support of the delivery and use of Information Technology services for the AF Intelligence Community Information Enterprise.
Organizational location of position: HQ Air Combat Command, Intelligence Directorate, ACC/A2X, JBSA-Lackland, TX.
Duties
DUTY 1 - Serves as the authority for ensuring compliance with Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), and AF/A2 compliance directives, to include skillful execution and application of computer and network security policies and procedures that are designed to secure IT infrastructures (hardware and software).
DUTY 2 - Incumbent interacts with high-level government, military and civilian, and contractor officials to be an active force in making risk management decisions that affect USAF and the IC.
DUTY 3 - Serves as an AF IC expert in the area of cybersecurity. Participates in top level meetings/conferences throughout ACC, the Air Force, DoD, and IC as a specialist in his/her field to discuss, advise and make decisions and commitments relative to cybersecurity.
DUTY 4 - Develops and coordinates AF IC guidelines and policies to ensure the AF IC community meets Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), DOD, AF, NSA, and DIA information systems security risk management requirements and AF cybersecurity compliance requirements.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
- Must Obtain/Maintain Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
- 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
- Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
- 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.
- Work is normally performed in a regular office setting.
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required. A recall to duty may be required.
- IT security or equivalent technical training and work experience is highly desirable
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- Cybersecurity Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes Cybersecurity 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.
- This is a CENTRALLY MANAGED position.
Qualifications
Thiis a GG-14 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-14 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-14 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
NOTE: You must meet both the Basic Qualifications and Specialized Experience requirements stated below:
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.
Specialized Experience:
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 in Intelligence Community as well as Air Force directives for cybersecurity; and understand the threats to IT systems as well as the technologies and tools related to attacking and defending IT systems. Knowledge of IT server & client technologies (hardware and software) for the Windows, Unix and Linux operating systems, including their vulnerabilities and associated security controls. 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 in Intelligence Community as well as Air Force directives for cybersecurity; and understand the threats to IT systems as well as the technologies and tools related to attacking and defending IT systems.
2. Knowledge of IT server & client technologies (hardware and software) for the Windows, Unix and Linux operating systems, including their vulnerabilities and associated security controls.
3. Knowledge in DoD/IC IT System assessment and authorization (Risk Management Framework) principles and processes
4. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, negotiating complex issues, and resolving conflicts based on mature judgment and experience.
5. Ability to work remotely at a customer site with no direct supervison and professionally present results to senior management; and able to make decisions independently and in a self-directed manner in support of organizational goals; and possess excellent reading, writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to effectively organize and analyze information, produce authoritative reports, position papers, and briefings that are responsive to the specific needs of commanders and senior management officials; present clear and concise findings; and effectively advocate for a 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
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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]
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