IT Specialist (Plcypln/Infosec)

Air Force Office of Special Investigations • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an IT subject matter expert and manager for the Air Force Special Access Program (AF SAP) Enterprise. The position advises AFOSI, PJ, the PJ Director, SAIC, and authorizing officials on information security and information assurance practices, procedures, policies, and plans related to automated information systems, the Clinger-Cohen Act, FISMA, the Privacy Act, and other IA and INFOSEC requirements.

The incumbent serves as a Senior Security Control Assessor, strategic planner for information assurance processes, and resident AFOSI PJ technical expert and monitor for SAP IA/IT systems. The role develops, interprets, and oversees policy in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Department of Defense and Air Force SAP CIO guidance.

This is a GS-14 Information Technology Management position. The incumbent must obtain and retain a TOP SECRET security clearance with SCI access, sign a nondisclosure agreement, pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing, undergo an OSI background investigation, and be approved for duty by the OSI Commander or designee. The role requires TDY travel and an information assurance certification within six months of appointment, unless a waiver is granted. The position may require a one-year probationary period or a two-year trial period, depending on appointment type.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent in another pay system.
• Demonstrated IT-related experience in attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving.
• Knowledge of SAP information assurance management policies, practices, regulations, and laws, including the Clinger-Cohen Act, FISMA, and Privacy Act.
• Knowledge of Joint Special Access Program Security Guide requirements, including the Risk Management Framework and Continuous Monitoring Process.
• Knowledge of AF SAP IT portfolio management processes and relevant guidance, including DoDI 5205.11, DoD 5205.07-M, and NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 4.
• Knowledge of SAP information assurance management and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, structures, and operations of DoD, the Air Force, and organizations involved in or influencing SAP and information assurance processes.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and directing a multi-person contractor element supporting AF SAP information assurance practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately, both orally and in writing.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET security clearance with access to SCI.
• Must sign a nondisclosure agreement.
• Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
• Must undergo an OSI internal background investigation and be approved for duty by the OSI Commander or designee.
• Must complete an information assurance certification within six months; a waiver may be granted, and failure to obtain certification may result in removal.
• Must undergo a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination at least once every five years.
• For applicable merit promotion applicants, one year at GS-13 is required to meet time-in-grade requirements for GS-14.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Senior Security Control Assessor.
• Plan strategically for information assurance processes to further SAP integrity.
• Serve as the resident AFOSI PJ technical expert and monitor for SAP IA/IT systems.
• Develop, interpret, and oversee policies in accordance with the Clinger-Cohen Act, FISMA, the Privacy Act, OMB, DoD, and AF SAP CIO guidance.
• Advise AFOSI, PJ, the PJ Director, SAIC, and authorizing officials on INFOSEC/IA practices, procedures, policies, and plans.
• Apply information assurance policies and system security procedures to protect communications and computer systems across the SAP enterprise.
• Evaluate system security posture, monitor activities, and assess staff security-awareness knowledge in assigned areas.
• Advise IT/IA counterparts and SAP community experts on issues involving new security technology concepts, applications, and practices.
• Implement new policies or recommend changes to existing policies based on legislation and administrative guidance updates.
• Plan, organize, and direct the functions of a multi-person contractor element in critical aspects of information assurance for the AF SAP community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for eligible employees and their families.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• PCS may be paid if authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed