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IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

Department of the Air Force

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Location

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Salary

$132,751 - $172,578

per year

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GS-13 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.

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

Job Description

Summary

This job involves managing and overseeing cybersecurity for sensitive intelligence systems in the Air Force, ensuring they are secure and compliant with security standards.

The role focuses on protecting classified information and surveillance networks from threats.

It's a good fit for experienced IT professionals with a strong background in cybersecurity who enjoy working in a high-stakes, detail-oriented environment within the military intelligence community.

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
  • Experience with information systems infrastructures, networking, operating systems, and applications
  • Practical knowledge of cybersecurity policies and procedures for systems/network certification and accreditation
  • Ability to apply cybersecurity knowledge to complex assignments and develop new methods or approaches
  • Quality experience in or related to cybersecurity management, typically at a senior level equivalent to GS-13
  • Eligibility for handling Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) in a defense intelligence context

Full Job Description

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the 693d Intelligence Support Squadron (ISS) Information System Security Manager (ISSM), provide management and oversight for the Cybersecurity program for the 693d Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group's (693 ISRG) Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems.

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS).

The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 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 specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions for the GS-2210, Information Technology (IT) Management Series (Alternative A).

Experience: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate.

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. 1.

Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 2.

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.

3.

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.

4. 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 quality level experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position.

Quality experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

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; or comprehensive, intensive, 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.

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

To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link: To view specialized experience click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ 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: 1.

Knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles and practices associated with the technical aspects of the intelligence systems providing advice and guidance on implementing policies, procedures, and countermeasures development and operation of intelligence networks and systems to ensure policy procedures and guidelines are enforced; and of current and emerging Command, Control Communications, and Computers (C4); Command, Control Communications, and Information (C3I); and Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) programs and systems.

2.

Knowledge of the Cybersecurity field that includes Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Network Security, Incident Response, Defense in Depth, and RMF; and 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; and of the National Defense and Air Force laws, directives, policies and regulations pertaining to unique communication and data processing requirements associated with processing intelligence data.

3.

Knowledge of National and Defense community intelligence protocols, applications, operating systems, communication networks and communication principles in order to identify the needs of ACC SCI activities.

4. Skill in interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating new system engineering technologies and their effect on the operating environment and determine security vulnerabilities. 5.

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; and to perform independent assessments based on incomplete data for all forms of electronical communications.

6. Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the functions and staff of an organization; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

CONDTIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT.: Drug Testing: This position has duties and responsibilities which are consistent with parameters established by Executive Order.

The Air Force has determined incumbent of this position will be subject to random drug testing under provision outlined in the Air Force Drug Testing Plan (Tier One).

Information Assurance Certification in a condition of employment. This position includes Cybersecurity work as a paramount duty requirement.

Per DoD 8570.01-M and AFMAN 33-285, the incumbent of this position must achieve IAM Level III certification within six months of assignment of these duties.

A waiver of this six month requirement may be granted. Failure to receive the proper 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:

Manages the 693 ISRG Cybersecurity program to ensure MAJCOM compliance with the IC, Department of Defense (DOD), and Cybersecurity directives.

Coordinates Assessment and Authorization (A&A) actions for 693d ISRG networks and systems. Oversees Cybersecurity program for 693 ISRG.

Collects, compile and reports data from all 693 ISRG systems for the purpose of responding to AF IC and AFJWICS data calls, Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) quarterly and annual reporting, Tasking Orders (TaskOrd); and incident reports.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 4/7/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/7/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 8X-DCIPS-12930097-229206-JW