Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

U.S Air Force; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking qualified candidates for a critical IT role focused on safeguarding information security. This position involves administering key security programs, implementing protective measures for information systems, and conducting audits to ensure compliance with established regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in IT principles and demonstrate competencies in attention to detail, customer service, and problem-solving. If you are passionate about information security and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Knowledge of IT principles and security regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer the INFOSEC program to protect IT assets.
• Implement procedures for secure information transmission.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Information Technology principles

Database software

System architecture

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Information Systems Management

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Operations Research

Degree in Statistics

Degree in Technology Management

Job description

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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

• 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: PCS requirements.
• 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.

Qualifications

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, Individual Occupational Requirements for Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A).

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

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.

GS-09: Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree

GS-11: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

OR

For grade levels 9 through 14, your resume must reflect information technology related experience in the federal service or private or public sector demonstrating the following four competencies: a) A ttention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail; b) C ustomer Service - Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; c) O ral Communication - expresses information effectively; d) P roblem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to the basic requirements above, applicants for the GS-9 and above must meet the one year of specialized experience listed below.

For GS-9: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 that demonstrated knowledge of computer requirements and techniques in carrying out project assignments.

For GS-11: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 that demonstrated accomplishment of computer project assignments.

For GS-12: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level that demonstrated experience in planning, analyzing, acquisition, designing, developing, implementing, quality assurance, configuration, integrating, maintenance testing, operational integrity, and/or management of systems used.

For GS-13: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 that demonstrated experience in providing technical expertise on architecture.

For GS-14: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 that demonstrated experience in serving as senior IT specialist and consultant to senior management.

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Occupational Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

• Knowledge of Information Technology principles, concepts, practices, systems software, database software, and immediate access storage technology to carry out activities.
• Ability to assess and advise on a variety of sources and procedures and methods for systems and applications.
• Knowledge of system requirements and techniques for planning current and future system architecture requirements.
• Knowledge of commonly applied principles, concepts, and methodologies.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs and other organizations.