Clarification from the agency

This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

- Command CIISO and focal point for the administration of the Air Force Materiel Command's (AFMC) ISR Cybersecurity Program.
- As an AF IC DAO-R, incumbent's authorization decisions impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AF IC element information resources, and determine if the security and privacy risk from operating a system or using a system, service, or application from an external provider is acceptable.
- Lead and coordinate with senior military, civilian, and contract employees to complete highly complex security assessment and authorization activities.
- Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• 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/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive and/or Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United
• DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005
• If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. For additional information on DCIPS, http://dcips.defense.gov/
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Must exhibit a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and an ability to foresee the security impacts of changing technologies.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Competency-Based Qualification Standards, Information Technology Management Series, 2210.

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: For all positions individuals must have experience demonstrating each of the following competencies listed below:- Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Decision Making, Information Management, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork and Technical Competence. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: IT experience leading cybersecurity, risk management, and information-assurance programs for complex intelligence systems, platforms, and National Security Systems operating across a geographically dispersed enterprise of multiple locations.

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:
1. Demonstrative knowledge of- and experience with current industry methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating information technology (IT) security assessment, monitoring, detection, and remediation tools and procedures utilizing standards-based concepts and capabilities.
2. Knowledge and understanding of IT server & client technologies (hardware and software) for the Windows, Unix and Linux operating systems, including their vulnerabilities and associated security controls. Understand the threats to IT systems as well as the technologies and tools related to attacking and defending IT systems.
3. Knowledge of Industry leading cybersecurity principles and operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses and vulnerabilities using alerts, advisories, errata, and bulletins.
4. Knowledge of a wide range of security concepts, principles, and practices to review, independently analyze and resolve difficult and complex cybersecurity problems; apply policy direction to contractors and government/military officials, and develop guidance for applying security policy, procedures, techniques, equipment, and methods to a variety of work situations and various levels or degrees of security controls.
5. Skilled in discerning the protection requirements of information systems and networks against system and application security threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., buffer overflow, mobile code, cross-site scripting, Procedural Language/Structured Query Language [PL/SQL] and injections, race conditions, covert channel, replay, return oriented attacks, malicious code, etc.) and required countermeasures.
6. Ability to effectively organize and analyze information, produce authoritative reports, position papers, and briefings that are responsive to the specific needs of commanders and senior management officials; present clear and concise findings; effectively advocate for a position; negotiate complex issues using mature judgment and experience.
7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to understand and communicate cloud computing deployment models in private, public, and hybrid environment and the difference between on-premises and off-premises environments.
8. Ability to manage a small staff and carry out all phases of personnel management responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a seasoned cybersecurity executive, mission partner, and people leader who can direct a blended civilian, contractor, officer, and enlisted workforce in protecting the Nation's most sensitive intelligence information, sources, and methods. This individual will serve as AFMC/A2's principal intelligence information-security advisor and lead cybersecurity oversight for intelligence systems and platforms across the command, including oversight of the HAF-appointed Cross Domain Support Element supporting Air Force Intelligence Community Sensitive Compartmented Information cross-domain solutions. The candidate will be equally capable of resolving difficult technical and policy issues, representing AFMC in senior Air Force, DoD, and Intelligence Community forums, and developing practical risk-informed options that preserve security while enabling commanders and directors to make informed decisions. Success requires sound judgment, enterprise perspective, exceptional written and oral communication, and the confidence to challenge assumptions constructively. Providing senior leaders "decision space" and delivering defensible, mission-enabling solutions in a high-consequence national-security environment are highly sought after attributes of an ideal candidate.

Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.

Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

Cybersecurity Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes cybersecurity and information assurance (IA) work as a paramount duty requirement. Per DoDM 8140.03, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certificate action within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six-month requirement may be granted per DoDM 8140.03, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position. Certification Required: IAM Level III.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.