Are you a strategic and innovative program analyst that thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment? Are you a data-driven change agent that knows how drive the mission? If so, then the Space Operations Command (HQ SpOC) Cyber Mission Area Team (MAT) (S3/6C) is looking for you to serve as our Cyber MAT Program Analyst. As the Cyber MAT Program Analyst, you will manage programs across a diverse portfolio with the unique opportunity to shape the future of United States Space Force and the building of the newest service of the military. The ideal candidate should be an expert in Department of Defense (DoD) operations, planning, budget, and/or space staff and have substantial experience with DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE). The candidate will prepare detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs, using appropriate tools and systems, such as Defense Enterprise Accounting Management System (DEAMS). Candidate with critical thinking, organization skills to quickly recall or find information, excellent written/oral communication, ability to collaborate with geographically separated teams, and the ability to deliver on short deadlines are well-suited for the position. Knowledge of existing space and cyber systems is strongly preferred, and resource experience with space and cyber systems is preferred. If so, then the Space Operations Command (HQ SpOC) Cyber Mission Area Team (MAT) (S3/6C) is looking for you to serve as our Cyber MAT Program Analyst.
Ideal candidate will be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to grasp and effectively communicate the overall organizational strategy of a large and complex organization. The candidate will have knowledge of annual and multiple-year appropriations; their characteristics, uses, applications; and data structures and knowledge of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process and its products, terminology, and guidance documents. Candidate will be able to prepare detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs, using appropriate tools and systems, such as Defense Enterprise Accounting Management System (DEAMS). Candidate will have the ability to develop, integrate, and implement resource solutions for diverse, highly complex problems across multiple areas and disciplines to support the cyber mission. Background: Experience working with leadership to deliver, monitor and communicate progress towards goals. Proven track record of managing and executing budgets. Demonstrated experience in organizational analysis/change management and finance/budget. Understanding of Cyber Operations and/or Space Operations (or other Military Operations), at Group, Wing, or Combatant Command levels. In the absence of military experience, a background in industry is acceptable.
Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of the importance of cybersecurity and cyber defense to assure space missions.
2. Ability to investigate problems, gather data, conduct analysis and evaluate solutions for cyber operations.
3. Ability to develop, integrate, and implement resource solutions for diverse, highly complex problems across multiple areas and disciplines to support the cyber mission.
4. Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative methods to identify and assess resource needs for command level plans and programs.
5. Knowledge of annual and multiple-year appropriations; their characteristics, uses, applications; and data structures and knowledge of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process and its products, terminology, and guidance documents.
6. Ability to prepare detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs, using appropriate tools and systems, such as Defense Enterprise Accounting Management System (DEAMS).
7. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.
This position is eligible for situational telework.
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/
Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance.
Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
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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.
Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
This position is 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 Air Force, national security,
(cont) and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.
Qualifications
Qualifications Standard for Management Analyst here.
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Additional information
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:
Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
