IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

Air Force Civilian Service; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service seeks a Full-Time IT Specialist (INFOSEC) at Hill AFB in Layton, UT. This role leads cyber, IT, and information management programs, guiding RMF activities and Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages to support mission objectives.

You will supervise staff, plan priorities, and ensure compliance with DoD directives, with opportunities to travel for temporary duty and to obtain required certifications.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of cyber, IT, or IM assessment, planning and management.
• Ability to lead information systems planning and project execution.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct cyber/IT/IM programs to support mission objectives.
• Lead RMF activities and oversee the preparation, validation, and defense of ATO packages.
• Supervise staff, assign tasks, and evaluate performance.

Skills

Cyber/IT/IM assessment

Project planning

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Tools

RMF

POA&M

Job description

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities for the Department of the Air Force (DAF).

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time IT Specialist (INFOSEC) (NH-2210-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) – 75th Air Base Wing, on Hill AFB in Layton, UT. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

2026 Salary Range ($89,508-$138,370) Yearly

Job Open Date 10/29/2026

Job Close Date 11/05/2026

Who May Apply: US Citizen

In this position you will serve as a first-level supervisor exercising technical and administrative personnel management. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinate personnel, establishes and adjusts short- and long-term priorities, prepares production schedules, and assigns tasks based on project difficulty and employee capabilities. Evaluates work performance, establishes standards, provides counseling and technical instruction, and explains classification determinations. Interviews candidates, recommends selections, promotions, or reassignments, identifies employee development and training needs, resolves workplace grievances, administers minor disciplinary measures, and proactively maintains a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Plans, organizes, and directs cyber, IT, and information/knowledge management (IM) programs in compliance with legal, regulatory, and AF/DoD directives to support mission objectives. Leads end-to-end Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and oversees the preparation, validation, and defense of comprehensive Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages. Manages continuous monitoring efforts, security control assessments, and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to remediate vulnerabilities. Designs, enhances, and optimizes system architectures to satisfy operational requirements and establishes plans of action to increase the efficiency, security, and effectiveness of IT applications.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Obtain & maintain a Security clearance
• This is a designated Drug Testing Position
• Certifications/Licensure
• The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty
• This position may require work to be performed during hours outside the normal duty schedule.
• DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework (DCWF) Qualification is a condition of employment. According to DoDM 8140.03, Chap 4, Para 4.4.1, personnel may be subject to administrative action if they do not obtain or maintain foundational requirements within nine months of assignment to a DCWF coded role.

Recruitment Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• 1. Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of cyber, IT, or 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. Ability to lead and manage information systems planning, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance as well as ability to make decisions or recommendations that significantly impact important agency cyber, IT, or IM policies or programs.
• 2. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of cyber, IT, or IM programs to include providing oversight of multiple projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities such as life cycle management and program governance. Ability to develop and interpret policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of services. Skill in applying new developments to previously unsolvable problems.
• 3. 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.
• 4. Knowledge of concepts, practices, and leadership techniques used to identify, engage, influence and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to cyber, IT, or IM 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 provide expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical cyber, IT, or IM issues as well as ability to work effectively with customers to assess their requirements then provide information, expertise, and assistance to satisfy those needs.
• 5. Knowledge of methods of leadership and supervision to hold others accountable for 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.
• 6. Skill in leading productive teams and work centers. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a unit and lead, mentor, motivate, and appraise subordinate staff.

RESUME:

Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.