IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/ENTARCH)

U.S. Air Force Academy; Colorado; On-site; USD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado seeks a technical advisor to guide IT policy and planning for local installation users. You will analyze requirements and develop action plans to improve IT applications.

Responsibilities include advising on contracting and budgeting, attending meetings, and delivering briefings to stakeholders. Strong communication and IT policy expertise are essential. Experience with federal procurement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes requirements and establishes plans of action for improving IT applications.
• Performs as plans and policy advisor to functional users of information technology.
• Assists with contracting functions and budget preparation.
• Attends meetings and presents briefings.

Job description

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a technical advisor to local installation information technology (IT) users in the area of policy and plans as related to IT systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Analyzes requirements and establishes plans of action for improving IT applications. 2. Performs as plans and policy advisor to functional users of information technology. 3. Assists with contracting functions and budget preparation. 4. Attends meetings and presents briefings.

Requirements & Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.

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FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Air Force Academy, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $76650 – $99650/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

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