If you enjoy a challenging job and would like to make a difference with our national defense and security, DISA is the place for you. DISA provides secure and reliable communications and computing support that enables the President and our military forces to communicate globally through voice, video, and data transmission. DISA is a leader implementing "people programs" and offers a broad range of quality-of-life and training programs. Go to http://www.disa.mil/ for more information.
Summary
If you enjoy a challenging job and would like to make a difference with our national defense and security, DISA is the place for you. DISA provides secure and reliable communications and computing support that enables the President and our military forces to communicate globally through voice, video, and data transmission. DISA is a leader implementing "people programs" and offers a broad range of quality-of-life and training programs. Go to http://www.disa.mil/ for more information.
Federal Career/Career-Conditional employees, Reinstatement eligible, 30% or More Disabled Veterans, Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) eligibles, Military Spouse eligibles, Schedule A eligibles, Peace Corps eligibles, and other individuals eligible under Special Appointment Authorities
The DISA J3/5/7 Cyberspace Operations Senior Leader serves as a senior strategic advisor and technical expert and coordinator across DISA's global organizations. Provides specialized expertise and knowledge needed to plan, decide and direct DISA's Cyberspace operations. Maintains knowledge and ability to lead the workforce executing complex functions and diverse activities over an extensive global footprint. This position reports directly to the Director of J3/5/7 and works in close coordination with both DISA's and the Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) to drive the development of a comprehensive operational picture of the Agency's strategic plan, Director's vision and cyberspace operational requirements.
Major Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operations Analysis: Conducts comprehensive operations analysis across the Agency and with subordinate organizations. Drives a cyber common operational picture (CYBERCOP) for Senior leaders and staff to facilitate Command and Control (C2) of Agency missions within the Cyberspace Domain. Conducts comprehensive assessments of operational data from all DISA's organizations, synthesizing technical findings into clear and succinct products for senior leadership decision making resulting in clear direction to subordinate activities.
Global Operations Assessments: Maintains situational awareness and monitors cyberspace operations across DISA's worldwide footprint, assesses service delivery patterns and operational readiness metrics in support of combatant commands and mission partner requirements.
Mission Partner Technical Liaison: Serves as principal technical liaison with DOW Chief Information Officer (CIO), Joint Staff, Office Secretary of War (OSW), and other mission partners articulating capability integration requirements and recommendations to secure, operate and defend DoW Cyberspace capabilities.
Drives Technology Integration Assessments: Conducts technical assessments of emerging technologies providing recommendations for maneuvering within and to gain and maintain advantages in the Cyber Domain.
1. The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain, at minimum, a Top Secret security clearance.
2. This position requires the incumbent to have regular and recurring access to Top Secret information in the performance of official duties where the loss or compromise of such information would cause serious damage to National Security.
3. This position is a Testing Designated Position, which requires the incumbent to submit to random testing of urine and illegal drugs or substances.
4. Incumbent is required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95- 521, as amended, which requires the submission of Financial Disclosure Statement, SF 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must demonstrate that you possess the Technical Qualifications and other qualifications, if applicable, listed below.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQ): You must show how you possess the TQs within your two-page resume. Failure to meet the two technical qualification requirements automatically disqualifies an applicant.
TQ1 - Demonstrated experience leading large-scale technical solutions across multiple organizational boundaries, with a focus on cyberspace operations, communications systems, computing platforms, and mission partner environments in support of the full spectrum of national security missions.
TQ2 - Extensive experience in analyzing and assessing Command and Control (C2) systems that integrate secure endpoint services, global communications, hosting platforms, and compute operations.
SENIOR PROFESSIONAL (SP) QUALIFICATIONS: Work experience should demonstrate the ability to negotiate with senior leaders and subject matter technical experts of the federal, military services, private industry, and/or academia to arrive at acceptable technical and business solutions and agreement on highly complex and possibly controversial information technology issues; and Stature in the profession as indicated by memberships and activity in professional associations, honors, awards, and other recognition and leadership in national and international professional communities. Experience reflects contributions and a very positive professional reputation as evidenced by successfully executing risk management, information assurance, and authorizing official activities and taskings, in a large cyber or IT organization.
Education
There is no substitution of education for the experience requirement for this position.
Additional information
A one year probationary period may be required.
Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement.
Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
Moving costs may be paid.
Accepting this position, you may be required to serve a I-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
This is a drug test-designated position.
This position requires compliance with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95- 521, as amended, which requires the submission of Financial Disclosure Statement, SF 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
For more information on veterans' preference click here.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (to verify your registration status click here).
The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants.
For more information regarding qualifications requirements please click here.
You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.
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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.
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.
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 on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Your application will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and a reference check.
Criminal History Inquiries- If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency @ dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.ssc-cc@mail.mil
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.
FOR THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED AS THEY APPLY STATED BELOW AND MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT. NOT ALL DOCUMENTS WILL APPLY TO EVERYONE.
Resume: A two-page maximum resume is required. Your resume must address your technical qualification for the position. Your resume may not exceed two pages, must be in PDF format, with no smaller than a 1" margin and no smaller than a 10-point font. If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit and/or does not meet the margin or font limitations, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will receive no further consideration. Applicant guidance on the two page resume requirement may be found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/ . Learn more about the new resume requirements
SF-50 - Current and former federal employees, including those currently working for the agency, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type. Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification
You must submit a copy of your DD Form-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", showing the dates of active duty service, type of discharge and the character of service. Alternatively, If you are a current military member in active duty service and do not have a copy of your DD Form-214, you must submit a written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application for this position. The certification should also include your rank, dates of active duty service and what they condition of discharge is thought to be.
If claiming 10-point preference and/or are a 30% or more Disabled Veteran, you must submit both a DD Form-214 or expected discharge documentation as described above AND a copy of a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or your branch of service certifying the presence of service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of disability
If you are claiming eligibility based on 10-point derived veterans' preference (i.e. a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran claiming veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it), you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (SF-15) "Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference" and any required documents indicated on the SF-15 to substantiate the claimed preference.
Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e. a resume or other qualifications, as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials (TQ narratives or award certificates) will not be considered.
NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible, and accurate.
Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 02/23/2026.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on02/23/2026 , or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Your application must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Your application must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (23-FEB-2026)
A complete application includes your resume (resume requirements are listed under "Required Documents") and any other documents listed under Required Documents.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
DISA - OC/OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE
6910 Cooper Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The occupational questionnaire and the resume that you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job, and to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
FOR THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED AS THEY APPLY STATED BELOW AND MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT. NOT ALL DOCUMENTS WILL APPLY TO EVERYONE.
Resume: A two-page maximum resume is required. Your resume must address your technical qualification for the position. Your resume may not exceed two pages, must be in PDF format, with no smaller than a 1" margin and no smaller than a 10-point font. If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit and/or does not meet the margin or font limitations, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will receive no further consideration. Applicant guidance on the two page resume requirement may be found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/ . Learn more about the new resume requirements
SF-50 - Current and former federal employees, including those currently working for the agency, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type. Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification
You must submit a copy of your DD Form-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", showing the dates of active duty service, type of discharge and the character of service. Alternatively, If you are a current military member in active duty service and do not have a copy of your DD Form-214, you must submit a written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application for this position. The certification should also include your rank, dates of active duty service and what they condition of discharge is thought to be.
If claiming 10-point preference and/or are a 30% or more Disabled Veteran, you must submit both a DD Form-214 or expected discharge documentation as described above AND a copy of a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or your branch of service certifying the presence of service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of disability
If you are claiming eligibility based on 10-point derived veterans' preference (i.e. a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran claiming veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it), you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (SF-15) "Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference" and any required documents indicated on the SF-15 to substantiate the claimed preference.
Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e. a resume or other qualifications, as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials (TQ narratives or award certificates) will not be considered.
NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible, and accurate.
Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 02/23/2026.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on02/23/2026 , or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Your application must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Your application must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (23-FEB-2026)
A complete application includes your resume (resume requirements are listed under "Required Documents") and any other documents listed under Required Documents.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
DISA - OC/OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE
6910 Cooper Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The occupational questionnaire and the resume that you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job, and to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
