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 Authorizing Official (AO) Designated Representative (AODR), and Chief of Cybersecurity. The incumbent is a technical advisor to the AO with the responsibility as Chief of Cybersecurity for maintaining the overall security posture of the USAFA enterprise service systems.

Duties

Exercises AODR functional responsibilities in preparation for AO decisions. Chief of Cybersecurity. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with USAFA, DAF/CIO, HAF/A1X and SAF. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• 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 position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• 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
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction 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.
• 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
• Current certification to comply with DoDD 8140.01 Level III Information Assurance Manager [IAM] requirements (e.g. Certified Information Security Management (CISM) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)) is required.
• 10 or more years of experience in Cybersecurity, with an emphasis in Assessment and Authorization is required (to comply with DoDD 8140.01 Level III Information Assurance Manager [IAM] requirements).

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 (Alternate A). https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience: Must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving AND one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12 (or equivalent in other pay systems) which includes;. Examples of specialized experience includes; Skill in applying policy and planning concepts, practices in business information value (i.e. protecting business information), regulations, policies Clinger-Cohen Act, performance measurement, and methods/techniques for solving IT issues etc., sufficient to provide expert technical advice, guidance and recommendations to Cyber Security programs, plans, polices and standards as well as develops and implements solutions with performance metrics to determine the program's effectiveness and efficiency. Incumbent leverages Cybersecurity professionals &resources from subordinate units to accomplish overall Cybersecurity program 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. Knowledge of system function, security policies, and technical security safeguards in order to serve as AODR/technical advisor to the AO. 2. Mastery knowledge of, and skill in applying DoDI 8500.01 (Cybersecurity); DoDI 8510.01 (RMF for DoD IT); AFI 17-101 (RMF) to Air Force and Space Force IT systems. Knowledge of IT theories, principles, concepts, standards, practices, and emerging issues sufficient to develop new IT security theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods for the organization. 3.. Knowledge of analytical, evaluation, and re-engineering methods to be able to determine technical, financial, and programmatic implications of potential cybersecurity risks to the system and associated networks. Knowledge of project/program management principles, methods, and practices including developing plans and schedules, estimating resource requirements in order to apply and extend, enhance, or optimize the existing architecture. 4.. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with all levels of governmental personnel on cybersecurity sensitive and technically complicated IT issues, and to develop and implement requisite integrated IT security and capital planning policies. Skill in establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships to coordinate with external organizations, such Air Staff, CYBERCOM, DoD and other external agencies. 5. Skill in leading and managing personnel to perform the full range of administrative and technical supervisory duties. 6. Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate agency-level cybersecurity or information security programs and strategies in response to critical IT security issues and coordinate the implementation of security program initiatives across platforms. Ability to develop, adapt, and apply IT security strategies, methods, and policies to address emerging technology issues and cyber threats. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address USAF Academy 5136 Eagle Drive USAF Academy, CO 80840 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]