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Director, Air Force Cyber Technical Center of Excellence (CyTCoE)

Department of the Air Force
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT)
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Summary

Performs duties as the Director, Air Force Cyber Technical Center of Excellence (CyTCoE) in the Department of the Chancellor, Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT).

*This is not a Tenure Track position.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
02/08/2024 to 03/25/2024
Salary
$101,308 to - $204,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
AD 25
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Term - 3 years
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Top Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
AFMC-12302384-AFIT-9X-KDB
Control number
775537600

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from U.S. Citizens (U.S. citizenship required at time of application).

Duties

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  • Leads and oversees all aspects of the AF CyTCoE's operations that are controlled by the AF CyTCoE office and maintains general awareness of AF CyTCoE operations that are controlled by AFIT schools. Utilizes cyber technical expertise, awareness of operational trends and research findings, and cyber professional networks to identify opportunities for adjustments to AFIT's cyber education and research portfolio.
  • Develops and maintains positive working relationships with all components of AFIT that have cyber-related education, research, consultation, outreach and/or support activities.
  • Develops, maintains and executes AF CyTCoE strategic plan consistent with the AF CyTCoE mission and evolving priorities at the institutional, command and national levels. Coordinates the AF CyTCoE Board of Advisors (BoA) to communicate AF CyTCoE accomplishments, plans, and strategic direction, annually. Facilitates the determination of requirements and identification of the best path toward success in the cyber domain.
  • Cultivates relationships with senior level cyber stakeholders within the Department of the Air Force, Department of Defense, intelligence community, and other relevant organizations. Communicates AFIT's cyber capabilities and learns about other organizations' capabilities and interests to identify mutual interests and opportunities.
  • Steers the AFIT community towards groundbreaking research in cybersecurity by identifying key trends, fostering stakeholder engagement, and supporting collaborative research endeavors among faculty and students.
  • Supports AFIT cyberspace researcher engagement with emerging and critical cybersecurity topic areas in coordination with the schools and research centers. Regularly assesses and identifies evolving trends and topics that hold strategic importance in the cybersecurity domain.
  • Actively engages in identifying and securing grant opportunities that align with AF CyTCoE's objectives and research priorities. Provides strategic input and support in crafting compelling grant proposals, thereby bolstering AFIT's research capabilities through external funding.
  • Oversees the dissemination of key research findings to a wide array of audiences including senior leaders within AFIT, the DoD, and federal agencies. This involves preparing reports, position papers, and analyses that underscore the significance of AFIT's research in addressing cyberspace issues, threats, and developments.
  • Provides visionary leadership in conceiving and implementing new and innovative approaches for cyber education and training relevant to the needs of stakeholders. Ensures that the center remains at the forefront of cyber-related educational advancements by integrating cutting-edge topics and operational practices into the curriculum.
  • Participates in curriculum reviews when requested by AFIT schools to ensure that course content is relevant, up-to-date, and meets the evolving needs of DoD organizations, the intelligence community, and other operational customers. Mentors faculty and students in their academic and research pursuits.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
  • Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
  • Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
  • Employee must maintain current certifications.
  • Incumbent may be required to serve a one-year trial period.
  • Candidates are not required to have active duty service or veterans’ preference to be referred and considered. All qualified candidates who meet the recruitment assessment criteria will be referred to the selecting official.
  • The selected candidate will be subject to a security investigation leading to successful completion of a background investigation with a favorable adjudication. (1 of 2)
  • The selectee's failure to meet this requirement will be grounds for termination. This is a Top Secret/SCI position. (2 of 2)
  • Travel by military or commercial transportation to gather ideas for improving the curriculum, establish research contacts and agreements, conduct research, and present results of research may be required.
  • Initial appointment is under Schedule A appointing authority, Excepted Appointment Not-to-Exceed 3 years.
  • At the time of the expiration of the initial appointment an employee who adequately demonstrates professional competence can be extended in increments up to 3 years or for an indefinite period.
  • An initial appointment can be allowed to expire for an employee who does not adequately demonstrate professional competence.
  • The appointment cannot be converted to a permanent tenure in the competitive service.
  • This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. This is an Administratively Determined position in the excepted service.
  • All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
  • Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
  • Permanent Change in Station (PCS) cost are not authorized.
  • This is a drug testing designated position.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment Continued

  • Term appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. NOTE: Current federal civilian employees may apply for this position and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in a STEM field relevant to the AF CyTCoE mission is required at the time of employment
  • The ability to communicate clearly and expertly (in English) in both verbal and written forms concerning academic, administrative, and technical subject matters is required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ph.D. degree (including coursework and/or dissertation research) related to computer science, computer engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, software engineering, or related fields at the time of employment.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or similar credentials.
  • Demonstrated experience in the field of cybersecurity, preferably encompassing both practical and academic aspects.
  • A track record of working on complex cybersecurity projects, research, or initiatives, ideally within a government, military, or academic setting.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing teams conducting research, academic, or program management missions.
  • Proficiency in financial planning, budget allocation, and fiscal responsibility, ensuring the efficient and effective use of resources in support of organizational objectives.
  • Familiarity with government or military funding procedures and compliance with financial regulations and standards.
  • Strong networking skills and track record of engagement with various stakeholders such as government agencies, the military, industry partners, and academic institutions to build partnerships and collaborative initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement a strategic roadmap for an organization's technical initiatives, aligning them with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex cybersecurity concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Active involvement in relevant professional societies

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: This position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit Doctoral transcripts with 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.

If selected, you will be requested to provide original copies of OFFICIAL transcripts for degrees being pursued or obtained (or letter of degree completion if an OFFICIAL transcript is not available due to recent graduation) to support your educational claims as stated in your curriculum vitae. Your transcripts must also reflect the degree awarded/conferred date.

Additional information

This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. Late applications from veterans will not be accepted for faculty positions. Late applications for veterans only apply when filling positions in the competitive service.

Individuals who are eligible for Schedule A, 213.3102(u) appointments cannot be referred under the Air Force Selective Placement Program process for faculty positions. Schedule A applicants must email a completed application package to the address specified in the "How to Apply" section and it must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Late or incomplete application packages will not be considered.


BENEFITS
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. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/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.

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.

AFIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. The Air Force believes that diversity is essential to accomplishing its mission. AFIT highly values individuals who have a demonstrated ability to work successfully with and help develop individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. For the Air Force, diversity encompasses: personal life experiences, geographic background, socioeconomic background, cultural knowledge, educational background, work background, language abilities, physical abilities, philosophical/spiritual perspectives, age, race, ethnicity, and gender.

Application materials become the property of AFIT and WILL NOT be returned.

Applications submitted under this announcement will be considered ONLY for this vacancy.

To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and restriction from the workplace.

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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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (see Required Documents and How to Apply sections below) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. An incomplete package will result in non-consideration of your application.

Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Applicants possessing the required qualifications (see Required Qualifications section) will be evaluated and ranked by a hiring committee. The hiring committee will use the application package to determine the extent to which each applicant's experience and education relate to the desired requirements of the position (see Desired Qualifications section). A personal interview and presentation to the faculty, staff and students may be required of the top applicants.

Applicants will be assessed based on their teaching experience, scholarship, service, education relevant to the duties of the position, leadership, and management experience. Your application package (see Required Documents and How to Apply sections below) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully.

AFIT is dedicated to the goal of building a pluralistic faculty committed to a multicultural environment that enriches the educational experience of our students. Hence, we are especially interested in candidates whose teaching, life experience and/or research interests contribute to a climate that values and uses diversity in all its forms. Interested persons should submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of application that addresses your interest in the position, including ways in which your qualifications meet the requirements of the position. Additional documents are required to complete your application package, please reference the "How to Apply" and "Required Documents" section for more information.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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