INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST

Duties * Serves as the Center Information System Security Manager. * Plans, tests, and configures network systems and solutions; administers the local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN), including classified and SCI systems for the organization. * Plans, organizes, and oversees activities of JNWC operational communications, providing mission assurance for PNT mission support systems. * Represents the JNWC J6 with a variety of operational functions and exercises, and provides IT planning and management functions for the JNWC. Requirements Conditions of employment * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance * 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: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ * PCS cost will be paid by the gaining unit. * This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html * Disclosure of Political Appointments * All federal employees are required to have direct deposit * 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. * Designated special-sensitive, must obtain TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility to access Sensitive Compartmented Information, other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in TS Special Access Programs. * A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. * Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. * Position designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the AF, national security, and public safety. * Employee must (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. * May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments. * May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. * Incumbent is required to have minimum certification and education required to meet standards outlined in DoD 8140.03, Cyberspace Workforce Qualification And Management Program for the applicable cyber codes namely: (cont)... * ...(cont) 722 - Information Systems Security Manager, 451 - System Administrator, and 805 - IT Program Auditor. Failure to comply may result in removal from this position. Qualifications 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 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). 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 broadband NH-02 (next lower grade GS-11) or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Utilizing IT security principles, methods, and products to protect/maintain the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of information system resources and information processed throughout the system's lifecycle; troubleshooting hardware, software and LAN/WAN issues; evaluating the requirements for additional IT and communication resources while balancing organizational needs with mission requirements; establishing/revising procedures, policies, and organization design to eliminate mission barriers and implement quality improvements; and responding to customer requests for assistance and ensuring trouble reports are handled expeditiously. 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 a full range of IT security principles, concepts, practices, products and services (including systems software, database software, immediate access storage technology), and methods for evaluating risk and vulnerability, implementing mitigating improvement, and disseminating IT security tools and procedures. Knowledge of concepts and techniques required to assist in the planning, operation, and maintenance of a LAN/WAN, including the installation, troubleshooting, and implementation of components and enhancements. * Knowledge of IT INFOSEC security 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 assess and advise on new or revised security measures and countermeasures based on the results of accreditation reviews. * Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation). Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk). * Knowledge of the Department of Defense, JCS, and the Services vision and strategic planning documents relating to Command, Control, Communications, and Computer (C4) in order to work within broad areas of directions for planning, designing, and carrying out major studies/projects. * Skilled in applying of a broad range 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. * Ability to develop and conduct training on information security and to communicate factual and procedural information clearly, both orally and in writing. Communicate in both oral and written mediums, including persuasion, coordination; and negotiation, with various internal and external groups of people, to include vendors, contractors, tenants, support organizations, managers, and supervisors. This experience includes skill in conducting briefings and in producing written materials that convey complex information in a clear, accurate, and concise manner. * Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and provide a comprehensive current operational readiness assessment to the commander. Apply observations to customer support principals, methods, and procedures for documenting problem resolutions and providing guidance and training to customers. 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 This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and most recent SF-50 noting position, grade, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy