INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Command Special Access Program (SAP) Cybersecurity/Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), Risk Management Framework Subject Matter Expert, and lead Cybersecurity analyst for PACAF in support of SAPs; Supervisor and manager for HQ PACAF Cybersecurity Team (civilians and contractors).

Learn More About This Agency The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere.

To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power.

That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations.

Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide: AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Employee Military Spouse Preference PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement Veterans Employment Opportunities Act 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 following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving AND have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-13) or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes: Applying a wide range of Cybersecurity principles and systems analysis concepts/techniques to evaluate risk and vulnerability, implement mitigating improvement, and disseminate IT security tools and procedures; utilizing systems analysis principles and techniques to assess new and planned capabilities for development of SAP IT enterprise policies and requirements; implementing planning methods and business process engineering concepts to lead/conduct studies designed to identify potential improvements in the way SAP IT is applied to key business functions; applying interrelationships of multiple SAP IT acquisition disciplines to support the planning and oversight of acquisitions and planned capabilities for SAP IT systems development projects/services from conception to support; and preparing technical policy/requirements for new IT technologies insertion recommendations.

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: Knowledge of Command and Special Access mission, strategy, goals, and policies and procedures, especially when it comes to IT systems.

Knowledge technology insertion and balanced approaches to the selection, design, development, and deployment of enterprise capabilities and SAP IT solutions.

Knowledge of a wide range of Cybersecurity principles and systems analysis concepts and techniques, approaches, new and emerging information technologies, and methods for evaluating risk and vulnerability, implementing mitigating improvement, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures.

Knowledge of Cybersecurity 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 asses and advise on new or revised security measures and countermeasures based on the results of accreditation reviews.

Knowledge 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.

Knowledge of IT governance and requirements processes, IT tools, methods, and techniques, as well as life cycle management concepts, architecture processes, integration techniques, and testing methods.

Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, implement capability enhancements and capability roadmaps, develop acquisition strategies, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written correspondence on complex technical requirements and policies.

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. Major Duties:

Serves as the HQ PACAF SAP Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) principal advisor on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of information systems to the PACAF SAPMO, Program Manager and Lead MAJCOM GSSO.

Serves as Senior Cybersecurity Analyst and manager of Cyber risk management framework implementation and integration for programs and special projects.

Develops and executes Cybersecurity assessment and monitoring strategies of multiple unique mission critical IT networks. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Facilitates and participates in discussions, meetings, committees and or special projects, and presents briefings and prepares recommendations and reports affecting the near-term and long-range infrastructure and capabilities of special enclave networks and mission support IT.