IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

U.S Air Force; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in Canada is seeking an IT Cybersecurity Specialist to support its operations. The role involves providing a secure environment and information assurance while engaging with both Department of Defense and industry leaders. Ideal candidates will have strong cybersecurity skills and be prepared to tackle complex issues related to national security. This position may require security clearances and participation in drug testing.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Position may require appropriate security clearance.
• Must maintain current certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide assurance for protection of sensitive information.
• Support Director and Program Managers in cybersecurity tasks.
• Engage with DoD and industry leaders in IT/Cybersecurity projects.

Skills

Information Assurance

Cybersecurity

IT Support

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Job description

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Information Technology (IT) Cybersecurity Specialist supporting the Director and Program Managers by providing a secure environment and information assurance for protection of our sensitive information and assets.

Responsibilities

Ready to unleash your potential? Come join our Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) dynamic information technology cybersecurity team, working with Department of Defense (DoD) and industry leaders! Our IT/Cyber specialists solve highly complex problems and take part in a variety of projects to promote national security through nuclear deterrence. They decide what needs to be done, make sure it happens, and solve the most complex, high-risk aspects of the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program - America's Nuclear Triad.

Major Duties

MAJOR DUTIES:

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
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• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• Position may require an appropriate security clearance
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• This may be a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
• Work may occasionally require the employee to work outside the normal business hours, such as overtime or an irregular work shift.
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• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• Individual must meet position qualification requirements IAW DoDM 8140.2 and DoDM 8140.3.
• Employee is required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise
• The incumbent of this position may be required to file annual financial disclosures to ensure there are no conflicts of interest in the performance of these duties.
• Employee may be required to travel occasionally away from the normal duty station in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) certification and meet APDP continuing education requirements.