IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department of the Air Force-posted 29 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Hanscom Air Force Base, MA
5,001-10,000 employees
National Security and International Affairs
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Information Technology (IT) Cybersecurity Specialist supporting the Director and Program Managers by providing a secure environment and information assurance for protection of our sensitive information and assets. Ready to unleash your potential? Come join our Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) dynamic information technology cybersecurity team, working with Department of Defense (DoD) and industry leaders! Our IT/Cyber specialists solve highly complex problems and take part in a variety of projects to promote national security through nuclear deterrence. They decide what needs to be done , make sure it happens, and solve the most complex, high-risk aspects of the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program - America's Nuclear Triad.

  • Advise senior management on risk levels and weapon system security postures.
  • Closely monitor and oversee the application of security principles and policies, to include customer instructions and directives.
  • Closely plan for, monitor and oversee account and key management activities, ensuring Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCIs) and key material are operated, maintained, and disposed of appropriately.
  • Advise senior management on risk levels and security posture and on cost/benefit analysis of Platform IT/Operational Technology COMSEC programs, policies, processes, systems, and elements.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
  • Recruitment incentives may be authorized
  • Position may require an appropriate security clearance
  • Employee must maintain current certifications
  • This may be a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
  • Work may occasionally require the employee to work outside the normal business hours, such as overtime or an irregular work shift.
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
  • This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
  • Individual must meet position qualification requirements IAW DoDM 8140.2 and DoDM 8140.3.
  • Employee is required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise
  • The incumbent of this position may be required to file annual financial disclosures to ensure there are no conflicts of interest in the performance of these duties.
  • Employee may be required to travel occasionally away from the normal duty station in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) certification and meet APDP continuing education requirements.
  • 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.
  • SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in Assisting with developing, operating, and modify policies to ensure local cyber activities meet mission needs; provide advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of cybersecurity program management and administrative issues; aid with monitoring and overseeing the application of security principles and policies, overseeing account and key management activities. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.
  • As a condition of employment, the incumbent is required to achieve and maintain foundational and residential qualifications in the specified Department of Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work roles and proficiency levels, IAW DAFMAN 17-1305, DAF Cyberspace Workforce Management Program. Failure to achieve these qualifications may result in reassignment, reclassification, or separation from employment
  • This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The selectee must meet or be capable of achieving the APDP certification as designated by management within the defined grace period for the applicable certification level after assignment. This position also requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 continuous learning points every 24 months.
  • Knowledge of an organization's information classification program and procedures for information compromise.
  • Knowledge of encryption algorithms (e.g., Internet Protocol Security [IPSEC], Advanced Encryption Standard [AES], Generic Routing Encapsulation [GRE], Internet Key Exchange [IKE], Message Digest Algorithm [MD5], Secure Hash Algorithm [SHA], Triple Data Encryption Standard [3DES]).
  • Knowledge of disaster recovery continuity of operations plans.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles used to manage risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information or data.
  • Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).
  • Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity and infrastructure processes
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles used to manage risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information or data
  • Proficient in coordinated IT program management, integrating schedules and deliverables, lifecycle management, and governance across multiple projects
  • Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk)
  • Knowledge of critical information technology (IT) procurement requirements
  • Experience in program and project management in which directly responsible for the cost, schedule and performance of a project or program
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