Information regarding opportunities, how to submit your resume and your contact information is located on the Air Force Civilian Careers site. We test and evaluate state-of-the-art weapon systems, provide quality installation, and mission support, and serve as responsible stewards of our resources to deliver war-winning capabilities

Duties

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Plans, organizes, and directs Cyber, IT, or information/knowledge management (IM) activities which comply with legal, regulatory, and AF/DoD-directed requirements and meet mission and customer needs. Designs, develops, and manages systems that meet current and future business requirements and apply and extend, enhance, or optimize the existing architecture. Coordinates with program and project managers of other organizations and agencies in developing, operating, and modifying policies to ensure local application meets mission/project requirements. Serves as senior technical advisor on cyber, IT, or IM activities. Stays abreast of changes in policy direction, keeping leadership informed of impacts on organizational requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prescribed “Unscheduled Telework.
• Security clearance requirements are based upon actual position being filled.
• Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
• Random drug testing may be required depending upon the position being filled.
• Supervisory requirements may be required depending upon the position being filled.
• Promotion potential may be authorized depending upon position being filled.
• For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
• This position MAY be eligible for relocation expenses reimbursed (PCS costs MAY be paid). Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official
• At least three years of leadership/supervisory experience desired
• At least two years of Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience desired
• At least two years of Cybersecurity experience with Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Emissions Security (TEMPEST), and Data Protection
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position may require work to be performed during hours outside the normal duty schedule.
• Cybersecurity Certification is a condition of employment, as this position includes cybersecurity work as a paramount duty requirement.
• Per the DoD Cybersecurity Workforce Improvement Program, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate certification within six months of assignment of these duties.
• The employee will be required to obtain the maintain IAM Level II certification to meet the DoD Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program baseline certification requirements (DoD 8570.01-M)
• Failure to receive and maintain the proper cybersecurity certification may result in removal from this position.

Qualifications

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 (Alt A) positions located here SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-12 in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is test and evaluate state-of-the-art weapon systems, provide quality installation and mission support, and serve as responsible stewards of our resources to deliver war-winning capabilities. Position specific skills and experience desired in a potential candidate: At least three years of leadership/supervisory experience desired At least two years of Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience desired At least two years of Cybersecurity experience with Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Emissions Security (TEMPEST), and Data Protection Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1. Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of cyber, IT, or 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 the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of cyber, IT, or IM programs to include providing oversight of multiple projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities such as life cycle management and program governance. Ability to develop and interpret policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of services. Skill in applying new developments to previously unsolvable problems. 3. Knowledge of the principles and methods to identify, analyze, specify, design, and manage functional and infrastructure requirements; includes translating functional requirements into technical requirements used for logical design or alternative technologies or approaches. Ability to research and analyze external products to determine their potential for meeting mission requirements and business needs. 4. Knowledge of concepts, practices, and leadership techniques used to identify, engage, influence and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to cyber, IT, or IM work/development efforts. Includes those who are actively involved, those who exert influence over the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome. Ability to provide expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical cyber, IT, or IM issues as well as ability to work effectively with customers to assess their requirements then provide information, expertise, and assistance to satisfy those needs. 5. Knowledge of methods of leadership and supervision to hold others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Ability to determine objectives, make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, set priorities, cause change, and accomplish organizational goals.6. Skill in leading productive teams and work centers. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a unit and lead, mentor, motivate, and appraise subordinate staff.7. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.

Education

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 appropriateGS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): 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.

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Contacts

• Address EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Air Force Test Center Recruitment
• Email: [email protected]