Information Technology Specialist (Infosec)

Air Combat Command • Beale AFB, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC), acting as the 9th Reconnaissance Wing's Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). This role involves serving as the Commander's lead authority for Information Assurance (IA)/cybersecurity analysis for the 9 RW networks, systems, and applications. The specialist will research, interpret, analyze, and apply guidelines, policies, and regulations from various national and Department of Defense entities to integrate IA/cybersecurity concepts into wing policy and guidance. As a senior IA/cybersecurity analyst, this position leads IA/cybersecurity meetings to plan and evaluate measures for meeting IA/cybersecurity requirements. Additionally, the role involves developing, implementing, and assimilating short-range, mid-range, and long-range IA/cybersecurity plans and policies to maintain a strong IA/cybersecurity profile that keeps pace with technological developments and the evolving needs of the command-and-control community.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employees must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• An Information Assurance Certification is required. Failure to receive the IA certification may result in removal. This must be achieved within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six-month requirement may be granted.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving.
• One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 (or equivalent in other pay systems) which includes: Developing and analyzing IA/cybersecurity specifications and standards to ensure full compliance with established regulations while; evaluating IA/cybersecurity requirements for certification and accreditation, including network protocols and system testing, to monitor compliance, provide guidance on policy implementation, and recommend specific countermeasures based on accreditation reviews; and utilizing a wide range of cybersecurity techniques, procedures, and methods to address technical requirements and ensure the protection of information systems.
• Knowledge of a full range of IT cybersecurity principles, concepts, practices, products and services (including systems software, database software, immediate access storage technology), and methods for evaluating risk and vulnerability, implementing mitigating improvement, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures.
• Knowledge of IT INFOSEC security requirements for certification and accreditation, 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 accreditation reviews.
• Knowledge of Local Area Network security requirements and techniques for protecting computer systems from viruses, data tampering, and unauthorized system entry.
• Knowledge of a broad range of telecommunications concepts and principles, operating modes, systems, media, equipment, equipment configuration, and related software systems, processes and procedures to assess and advise on vulnerability to attack from a variety of sources (e.g., espionage, disruption of services, destructive programs/applications) and procedures and methods for protection of systems and applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and conduct training on information security.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request

Responsibilities

• Serves as the Commander's lead authority for IA/cybersecurity analysis for 9 RW networks, systems and applications.
• Researches, interprets, analyzes, and applies Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS), Department of Defense (DOD), Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS), Air Force, National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST), and other national guidelines, policies, and regulations to Integrate IA/cybersecurity concepts into wing policy and guidance.
• Serves as Senior IA/cybersecurity analyst, leading IA/cybersecurity meetings with appropriate staff and host organizations to plan, evaluate and determine appropriate measures needed to ensure IA/cybersecurity requirements are met.
• Develops, implements, and assimilates short-range, mid-range, and long-range IA/cybersecurity plans and policy designed to shape a strong and effective IA/cybersecurity profile which keeps pace with technological developments and the changing needs of the command-and-control community.
• 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.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree