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 Advisor to the J6 Director, IT Services Division Chief and headquarters staff. Serves as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), executes decision-making authorities, establishes vision and direction for the organization's cyber and cyber-related policies, resources, and/or operations, while maintaining responsibility.

Duties

Serves as the Command's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), providing direction for the overall Cyber Security Program. Cyber Assurance. Serves as the primary cybersecurity advisor to the J6 Director, IT Services Division Chief, and Headquarters Staff. Plans defensive initiatives and interacting with national partners in defense of DoD and critical assets. Participates in Security Advisory Boards, discussions, meetings, committees or special projects and presents briefings and prepares recommendations and reports. Command Security Awareness. Prepares budget, technical reports, staff studies, and briefings.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• 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
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI),
• (CONT) other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the USCENTCOM,
• (CONT) national security, and public safety. Therefore, incumbent is required to: (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and misuse of prescription medication, and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing on short notice. incumbent
• (CONT) must pass initial and may be selected for random drug testing. May be subject to reasonable suspicion testing, safety mishap, or accident testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP.
• Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes information assurance (IA) work as a paramount duty requirement. Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program IAM Level III
• (CONT) Cyberspace Workforce Management - Advanced, the employee of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties.
• (CONT) 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 Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Work may require periodic TDY travel (CONUS and OCONUS) aboard commercial and military aircraft, including hostile areas of operations.

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/??? 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-13 (or equivalent in other pay systems) which includes Application of cybersecurity principles, concepts, and methods; and mastery of the infrastructure protection environment sufficient to serve as the technical authority on all aspects of IT, including networks, systems, services, and infrastructure to develop long-range plans for cyber management technologies that anticipate, identify, evaluate, mitigate, and minimize risks associated with IT system vulnerabilities. This includes an advanced understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, and the Cybersecurity Framework, applying enterprise IT architecture, DoD cybersecurity policies, and agile project management principles to anticipate, assess, manage, direct, and minimize system vulnerabilities. In depth knowledge of cybersecurity technologies and their application across platforms to enable cybersecurity programs. Understands cybersecurity policies, programs, and strategic initiatives, to enable collaboration with agencies outside the command, as well as develops and implements cybersecurity policies, directing, and managing daily cyber operations. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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 cybersecurity theories, principles, concepts, standards and practices necessary to serve as the technical authority on all aspects of information technology (e.g., networks, systems, services, infrastructure). 2. Knowledge of cybersecurity, computer network defense and defensive cyber operations management, maintaining information technology resources, particularly the creation and management of standards-based information technology architectures and direction of daily cyber operations supporting the Commander, USCENTCOM. 3. Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy. 4. Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. 5. Skill in assessing the impact of implementing and sustaining a dedicated cyber defense infrastructure. 6. Ability to apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation). 7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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 CENTCOM 7115 South Boundary Blvd MacDill AFB, FL 33621 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]