INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (SECURITY)-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and / or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here. In this position you will evaluate cyber securities and cyber resiliencies of the Air Force's kinetic and non-kinetic weapon systems. Provide realistic test and training environments for the evaluation of offensive and defensive cyber capabilities. Responsibilities For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Plans, organizes, and or directs cyber, IT or information / knowledge management (IM) activities which comply with legal, regulatory, and AF / DoD-directed requirements and meet mission and customer needs. Coordinates with program and project managers of other organizations and agencies in developing, operating, and modifying policies to ensure local application meets mission / project requirements. Leads multi-disciplined teams to ensure mission completion. Serves as senior technical advisor on cyber, IT, or IM activities. Stays abreast of changes in policy direction, keeping leadership informed of impacts on organizational requirements. Considers the organization's resources while developing plans to meet changing cyber, IT, or IM needs of the organization. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 positions located here BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Education : All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions Undergraduate or Graduate Education : Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and / or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent) : For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below : SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences is IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies : Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving. Specialized experience includes experience with principles, methods, and techniques of Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), or Information Management (IM) assessment, planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation as well as knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, managing cyber, IT, or IM projects and resources, monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 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. Knowledge of IT system analysis, operating system concepts, functions, techniques and capabilities sufficient to evaluate new / emerging IT security methods, feasibility of proposed new systems; design, test and maintain IT systems ensuring successful integration. Ability to lead and manage information systems planning, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance. Extensive knowledge of virtual environment, SAN and LUN provisioning, configuration and management. Knowledge of principles, methods and practices for integrating information system components sufficient to build systems and optimize system performance Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of IT programs to include providing oversight of multiple IT projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities such as life cycle management and program governance. Knowledge of the principles and methods to identify, analyze, specify, design, and manage functional and infrastructure requirements; includes translating functional requirements into technical requirements used for logical design or alternative technologies or approaches. Ability to research and analyze external products to determine their potential for meeting mission requirements and business needs. Knowledge of concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to IT work / development efforts. Includes those who are actively involved, those who exert influence over the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome. Ability to work effectively with customers to assess their requirements then provide information, expertise, and assistance to satisfy those needs. Knowledge of organizational mission and function and how to work effectively within its social, political, and technological systems to achieve measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Ability to determine objectives, make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, set priorities, cause change, and accomplish organizational goals. Ability to analyze complexities of existing technology, review / revise / develop policy, initiate plans for enhancements, and provide management sufficient technical and cost analysis information, through written documentation and oral briefings, to render informed judgments. Desired Skills : At least 5 years of experience as IT System Administrator or Computer Security Specialist is highly desired Education Additional Information Please note : Positions in this field / series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. 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Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year 13 sick days per year (104 hours) Retirement : Pension : Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) 401K : Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching Health & Wellness : Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family Flexible Spending Account Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance Work / Life Balance : Family and Medical Leave Act Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position) Career Development : Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities Career enhancement and promotion opportunities Direct Hire Authority : NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and / or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and / or retiring service members.