Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

U.S Air Force; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Air Force in Arlington, VA seeks an experienced INFOSEC professional to administer base-wide security programs including COMSEC, COMPUSEC, and CAP. The role requires adherence to DoD IT security standards and ongoing risk management.

The position may be filled on a permanent, temporary or term basis with a full-time schedule. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain applicable clearances as required.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required and clearance eligibility is pursued.
• Must meet Selective Service registration if male.
• Position may require random drug testing and shift work.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce COMSEC and CAP procedures to protect cryptographic material.
• Implement base-wide INFOSEC policies for secure communications.
• Conduct semi-annual reviews of COMSEC accounts and audit cryptographic holdings.
• Protect IT assets under COMPUSEC to prevent unauthorized modification or disclosure.

Skills

INFOSEC principles

COMSEC management

Policy compliance

IT security regulations

Tools

COMSEC

CAP

AF regulations

Job description

Positions may be filled as permanent, temporary or term with a full-time work schedule.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

Duties

• ****Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level****
• Utilize knowledge of IT principles, methods and security regulations and policies to carry out established base-wide policy to administer the INFOSEC (also known as COMPUSEC) program.
• Implement procedures to ensure protection of information transmitted to the installation, among organizations on the installation, and from the installation on the local or wide area networks, the world-wide-web, or other communications modes.
• Administer the Communications Security (COMSEC) program. Control and protect all cryptographic material and administer the Cryptographic Access Program (CAP).
• Conduct semi-annual functional reviews of all COMSEC user accounts, inspecting COMSEC facilities, reviewing procedures, and auditing all cryptographic holdings.
• Administer the COMPUSEC Program and protect Information Technology (IT) assets against unauthorized, accidental, or deliberate modification, disclosure, and destruction of data.

Requirements

• Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• 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/
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• A security clearance may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.