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IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

Department of the Air Force

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Location

Salary

$90,823 - $118,072

per year

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GS-12 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves managing IT security for a military base, ensuring that computer systems and networks are protected against threats while supporting training command operations.

The role requires overseeing security controls, handling certifications, and providing expert advice on cybersecurity practices.

It's a great fit for experienced IT professionals with a strong background in security who thrive in high-stakes, detail-oriented environments within the Department of the Air Force.

Key Requirements

  • IT-related experience demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving competencies
  • In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, principles, and practices for managing information systems
  • Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity policies and procedures, including system/network certification and accreditation
  • Extensive knowledge of intelligence systems, networking, operating systems, and applications
  • Familiarity with COMPUSEC, network security, Defense in Depth, Incident Response, and RMF
  • Experience in applying cybersecurity knowledge to develop new methods, approaches, or procedures
  • Ability to provide advice and guidance on implementing policies, procedures, and countermeasures for intelligence networks

Full Job Description

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The primary purpose of this position is to serves as as the Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) - Randolph AF IC Information System Security Manager (ISSM).

Incumbent is responsible for the management of the information technology (IT) capabilities and security controls supporting Headquarters (HQ) Air Education and Training Command (AETC) and JBSA - Randolph tenant units.

This is a GG-12 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS).

The GG-12 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-12 level.

The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.

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.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position.

Examples of creditable experience include knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles and practices in the management of Cybersecurity, including in depth knowledge of current information systems infrastructures, networking, operating systems, and applications, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments.

Comprehensive, practical knowledge of Cybersecurity policies and procedures in order to oversee systems/network certification and accreditation and skill in applying this knowledge to the development of new methods, approaches, or procedures.

Extensive knowledge in applying the concepts, principles and practices associated with the technical aspects of the intelligence systems provide advice and guidance on implementing policies, procedures, and countermeasures development and operation of intelligence networks and systems and to ensure policy procedures and guidelines are enforced.

Knowledge of the Cybersecurity field including COMPUSEC, network security, Defense in Depth, Incident Response and RMF.

Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

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 current and emerging Command, Control Communications, Computer (C4) and Command and Controls, Communications, Information (C3I), and Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) programs and systems.

In-depth knowledge of the Cybersecurity field that includes Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Network Security, Incident Response, Defense in Depth, and RMF.

Thorough knowledge of national, defense and Air Force laws, directives, policies, and regulations pertaining to unique communication and data processing requirements associated with processing SCI and intelligence data.

Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

Ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate new system engineering technologies and their effect on the operating environment and determine security vulnerabilities.

Ability to perform in-depth technical system analysis and apply acquired knowledge and experiences to forecast new computer methods required to support intelligence information users.

Ability to perform independent assessments based on incomplete data for all forms of electronical communications. Knowledge of US and international Cybersecurity standards.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: This position includes information assurance (IA) work as a paramount duty requirement.

Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties.

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.

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:

DUTY 1: Manages Joint Base San Antonio - Randolph AF Intelligence Community (IC) Cybersecurity program to ensure JBSA - Randolph compliance with the Department of Defense (DOD), AF IC, and Cybersecurity directives.

DUTY 2: Coordinates Assessment and Authorization (A&A) actions for JBSA - Randolph intelligence sites, networks and systems.

DUTY 3: Collects, compile and reports data from all JBSA - Randolph sites for the purpose of responding to AF IC data calls, Cybersecurity Performance Evaluation Model (CPEM) (formerly know as Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA)) quarterly and annual reporting, Tasking Orders (TaskOrd); and incident reports.

DUTY 4: Participates in management discussions, meetings, committees, or special projects. Works to achieve and support quality in network products and services.

DUTY 5: Keeps abreast of emerging technology to predict future system/network security needs.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/3/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/4/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 9P-DCIPS-12900145-110184-LZ