Deputy Executive Assistant Director for Emergency Communications

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency; Virginia; Remote; USD 137,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency in the United States is seeking a Deputy Executive Assistant Director for Emergency Communications to assist the Executive Assistant Director in leading the Emergency Communications Division and coordinating with interagency partners on national NS/EP priorities.

The role involves overseeing GS-15 led subdivisions, developing national policy, and ensuring the nation maintains robust emergency communications capabilities across government and

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage GS-15 led Emergency Communications Division (ECD) subdivisions and assist with interagency lead for the Emergency Communications Preparedness Center.
• Develop national policy efforts related to NS/EP Communications and implement the National Emergency Communications Plan.
• Support tactical and strategic plans to protect the United States' NS/EP communications infrastructure and ensure government and public safety communication under all circumstances.
• Monitor DHS priority programs such as GETS, WPS, SHFRSP, TSP and Special Access Routing Service; advance DHS NS/EP capabilities with future tech.

Job description

Deputy Executive Assistant Director for Emergency Communications

• Hiring Agency: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Hiring Path: Fed Competitive
• Number of Openings: 1
• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

This position is located in the Emergency Communications Division (ECD). The Deputy Executive Assistant Director for Emergency Communications is responsible for assisting the Executive Assistant Director in carrying out the functions outlined in Executive Order 13618 and Title XVIII of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, as amended.

Key Responsibilities

Typical work assignments include, but are not limited to: Assisting the Executive Assistant Director in overseeing and managing the operations of GS-15 led ECD Subdivisions and assisting with interagency lead for the Emergency Communications Preparedness Center.

Overseeing and developing national policy efforts related to the National Security and Emergency Preparedness (NS/EP) Communications mission area, including the development and implementation of the National Emergency Communications Plan.

Supporting the creation of tactical and strategic plans to protect the United States' communications infrastructure, critical federally owned or leased NS/EP communications assets and ensuring the United States Government and public safety community has the ability to communicate under all circumstances.

Monitoring DHS' vital priority programs, such as the Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS), the Wireless Priority Service (WPS), the Shared High Frequency Radio Program, the Telecommunication Service Priority and Special Access Routing Service Programs. Maintaining the Department's NS/EP and emergency communications capabilities advances with future communications technology by developing and maintaining DHS' Advanced Technology Capability.

Requirements & Education

Education may not be substituted for experience. You must meet the qualification requirements specified in the \"Qualifications\" section of this announcement.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $151661 – $228000/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-27.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.