IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC/APPSW)

Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command; Shiloh (IL); Remote; USD 129,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command, is seeking an IT Specialist (INFOSEC/APPSW) at the NH-2210-4 level.

The role focuses on cybersecurity governance, DevSecOps, and S/AI integration to modernize software delivery and mission readiness. Responsibilities include leading cybersecurity efforts for the software factory, coordinating with J6, and mentoring staff to strengthen capabilities in cloud migration and automated decision support.

Qualifications

• Experience leading cybersecurity efforts within DevSecOps and software factory environments.
• Ability to coordinate governance, risk management, and authorization requirements.
• Experience with cloud migration and security engineering alignment.
• Ability to liaison with J6 and Security Operations Center teams.

Responsibilities

• Synchronizes program-management and security-engineering activities with transformation priorities.
• Lead cybersecurity governance, risk-management, authorization, and continuous-monitoring.
• Coordinate with J6 to integrate SOC processes and certificate-to-field.
• Serve as S/AI SME and develop AI agents for technical leads and ISSMs.
• Integrate S/AI into daily workflows to reduce repetitive tasks and accelerate analysis.
• Provide guidance and develop workforce capabilities across cybersecurity and cloud migration.

Skills

InfoSec

DevSecOps

Cloud migration

S/AI

ISSM

Cybersecurity governance

Risk management

Vulnerability remediation

SOC processes

Software factory lifecycle

Job description

The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: AcqDemo This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command, Transportation Command.

Key Responsibilities

As a IT SPECIALIST (INFOSEC/APPSW) at the NH-2210-4 some of your typical work assignments may include: Synchronizes program-management and security-engineering activities with USTRANSCOM transformation priorities, including cloud migration, DevSecOps maturation, and TCODE Software Factory implementation. Identifies integration gaps, cybersecurity risks, technical dependencies, and decision points that affect software delivery and mission readiness.

Serves as the cybersecurity lead and Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for the PEO-T software factory and DevSecOps environment. Directs cybersecurity governance, risk-management activities, authorization requirements, continuous-monitoring practices, and vulnerability remediation. Coordinates with USTRANSCOM J6 to integrate Trust Team functions, Security Operations Center (SOC) processes, and the Certificate-to-Field process into the software-factory lifecycle.

Serves as the division's super/artificial intelligence (S/AI) subject matter expert. Identifies, evaluates, and introduces S/AI tools that eliminate manual processes and procedures, improve technical decision-making, and advance division priorities. Designs, develops, sustains, and refines S/AI agents for technical leads, ISSMs, and product owners.

Integrates S/AI capabilities into daily workflows to reduce repetitive tasking, accelerate analysis, strengthen knowledge management, and improve delivery of technical products. Builds workforce capability through technical leadership, coaching, and knowledge transfer.

Provides guidance, shares specialized expertise, and assigns developmental work that broadens employee experience across cybersecurity, DevSecOps, cloud migration, software delivery, and S/AI integration to meet organizational requirements.

Requirements & Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $128967 – $143236/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-01.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Mspouse' hiring path.