IT SPECIALIST (SECURITY)

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serves as the conduit, technical focal point for the AF Intelligence Community Delegated Authorizing Official Software, 625 ACOMS Special Mission Flight. Duties involve ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, availability of network, systems, data through the evaluation, mitigation.

HQ 25AF, 625 th Air Comm Sqn, Special Missions Flight, JBSA-Lackland AFB, TX

Duties

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• Serves as senior software systems analyst and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications Systems (JWICS) government and/or contractor developed software.
• Serves as 625 ACOMS, Special Projects Flight, Software Security Analyst technical expert and advisor to the IC JWICS DAQ.
• Serves as the IC JWICS Cybersecurity Technical Representative at conferences and meetings to present briefings and collaborate with other IC partners.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• Position is designated critical-sensitive and incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: ;/li>
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• Information assurance is a condition of employment. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification, IAM level 3, within twelve months of assignment of these duties.
• A waiver of this twelve 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 form this position.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request

Qualifications

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.

NOTE: You must meet both the Basic Qualifications and Specialized Experience requirements stated below:

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the Knowledge of a wide range of integrated cyber security concepts principles and practices and a comprehensive knowledge of planning, programming, and legal regulations, guidelines, and processes. Demonstrated knowledge of Federal, DoD, IC and IC JWICS policies, and guidelines; and practical knowledge of Cyber Security, and Information Assurance tools and concepts. High degree of skill in analyzing security events to produce fully justified recommendations and policies that can be presented to higher levels of management for use in identifying and mitigating IC JWICS software cybersecurity threats. Exhibits a high degree of written and oral communications skills to ensure program communication across a wide spectrum of communities and personnel levels to include senior audiences for decision-making purposes. Expertise in gathering facts and using effective analytical and evaluative methods to assess information, plan the sequence of actions necessary, make sound decisions, and solve a variety of problems. Work performed requires the ability to assess security issues; identify approach; and present findings and impact. Incumbent must be familiar with IC, Joint, COCOM, DoD, USAF, MAJCOM, and NAF and possess the ability to develop relationships and partnership with these external organizations for purposes of garnering AF IC cybersecurity threat data and aid in coordinating analytical or referral support. Must have an understanding of analysis concepts, cybersecurity threat technologies, information technology, and workflow management.

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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 National, DoD, AF and IC security policies, tools, and strategic planning goals and objectives. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for senior management use and decision-making.

2. Knowledge of the relationship of the various AF and IC entitles involved in overall planning and execution of ISR cyber network defense, Integrated defense of the IC Information environment (IE) and Information Assurance (IA). Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiates complex issues; and maintains good working relations.

3. Knowledge of strategic planning methodologies, tools, and techniques that effectively lead and monitor efforts to meets AF IC goals, objectives, and guidelines.

4. Knowledge of IT Security, IA, and LE/CI principles, policies, products, and services to assess risk factors, and advise on vulnerability to attack from a variety of sources (e.g. destructive programs/applications/viruses/unauthorized access, IT sabotage, disruption of services, espionage) and procedures and methods for protection of systems and applications.

5. Knowledge of lntelligence Oversight, the Privacy Act, and familiarity with civil liberty concerns as they relate to management of AF IC programs. Knowledge of and experience in each of the following areas: using static code analyzers; using Vi1iual Machine (VM) software such as to open, configure, and trouble shoot virtual machines; mitigate software vulnerabilities with customers; using various software platforms.

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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service.

DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.

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Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: 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.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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