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Cyber Security Specialist, SSC/Det 5 (OBN)

Department of the Air Force
Space Systems Command
United States Space Force / Space Delta 5

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Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 05/29/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on May 29, 2026
Location
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$91,870 - $142,022 per year
Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
FY23-6S-NH-2210-03-SPLASH
Control number
870478200

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The United States Space Force (USSF) at Peterson Space Force Base, CO is searching for a Cyber Security Specialist to support Space Systems Command/Delta 5 (OBN) (NH-2210-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).

Description:
Are you a strategic cyber professional ready to lead the charge in cybersecurity operations? The organization is seeking a dynamic Cybersecurity Specialist to protect mission-critical infrastructure and shape the future of our cyber operations. In this role, you will be the crucial bridge between complex technical defense and strategic leadership. Translate complex technical requirements for non-technical personnel and brief senior officials on IT systems and capability enhancements. Lead innovation and continuous process improvement within the work center. If you excel at coordinating incident response, direct NDCI response protocols and spearhead vulnerability management. Collaborate with program/division cyber teams and translating complex technical challenges into actionable solutions for senior leaders, this is your opportunity to make a real-world impact. Step into a role where your expertise directly influences IT/Teleconferencing resource allocation and operational readiness. Direct and manage the daily activities of a dedicated VTC support team. You won't just respond to threats; you will drive innovation, lead secure communications programs, and forge critical partnerships across the Department of Defense, the United States Space Force (USSF) and local installations. Resolve conflicts and troubleshooting IT concerns through technical and strategic, persuasive consultation. If you are ready to tackle high-stakes technical challenges, manage vital VTC networks, and secure the systems that empower our warfighters.

Ideal Candidate:
A history of managing and supporting cybersecurity programs, and network security operations within unsecure and secure enterprise environments. Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of IT assessment, planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation as well as knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, managing IT projects and resources, monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance. Ability to provide rapid troubleshooting and technical resolution in direct support of active mission requirements. DoD 8140/8570 compliance at IAT Level III or IAM Level II/III, minimum of Security plus certification. 3+ years of specialized experience in incident response, secure communications/networks operations and experience/knowledge with secure video teleconferencing communications management and operations.

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / CI security clearance.
  • Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information and/or files in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
  • May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
  • Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
  • This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
  • Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
  • PCS / Relocation funding is not authorized.
  • Subject to TDY 20 days per year.
  • Will attain appropriate DoD approved cybersecurity baseline certification applicable for cybersecurity functions required for the position held.
  • This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment.
  • Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, “Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.
  • This position is designated a NON-CRITICAL APDP position.

Qualifications

The 2210 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. There is no Group Coverage Qualification Standard for this series.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Space Systems Command

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.

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Agency contact information

US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email
HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil
Address
USSF - Space Systems Command
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US

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