What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/ENTARCH) position at IC - Air Force DCIPS?
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the 867 COG Senior Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Technical Advisor providing guidance to the 867COG Commander, Joint Force Cyber National Mission Force Joint Directors and other senior managers on support to defensive cyberspace operations for Air Force-Cyber National Mission Force (AF-CNMF). **Salary ranges include local market supplements.**
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 for the GS-2210, Information Technology (IT) Management Series (Alternative A).
Experience: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate.
For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.
1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect quality level experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Quality experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of creditable experience include mastery of and skill in applying a comprehensive range of knowledge in one or more professional or administrative fields; applying experimental theories and new developments to problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods or making decisions or recommendations significantly changing, interpreting, or developing important policies and programs; demonstrated program management skills; knowledge of program management, technical operational background, contract management, and financial management procedures; and working knowledge of project management principles. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
To view specialized experience click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the 867 COG Senior Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Technical Advisor providing guidance to the 867COG Commander, Joint Force Cyber National Mission Force Joint Directors and other senior managers on support to defensive cyberspace operations for Air Force-Cyber National Mission Force (AF-CNMF). **Salary ranges include local market supplements.**
Qualifications:
This is a GG-14 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-14 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-14 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.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 for the GS-2210, Information Technology (IT) Management Series (Alternative A).
Experience: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate.
For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.
1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect quality level experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Quality experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of creditable experience include mastery of and skill in applying a comprehensive range of knowledge in one or more professional or administrative fields; applying experimental theories and new developments to problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods or making decisions or recommendations significantly changing, interpreting, or developing important policies and programs; demonstrated program management skills; knowledge of program management, technical operational background, contract management, and financial management procedures; and working knowledge of project management principles. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
To view specialized experience click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Knowledge of architectural theories, concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, and materials of professional Information Technology, computer science, and knowledge of other engineering disciplines to effectively apply advanced information technology principles and concepts to new applications, experimental theories, and other areas of responsibility as applied in both the Federal Government and private industry.
- Knowledge and experience with the national Cyberspace community, Joint, DoD, Department of Homeland Security, applicable policies and directives, mission functions/operations and oversight on the scope of cyber weapons system operation on DoD or trusted partner networks to include a high level of skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, negotiating complex issues, and resolving conflicts based on mature judgment, experience, and recognized professional standing.
- Knowledge of architectural disciplines related to Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), cyberspace attack, cyberspace defense, Communications Security (COMSEC), Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Emanations Security (EMSEC), and Operations Security (OPSEC), computer systems, digital communications systems, network protocols, computer architectures, cyber weapons, cyber security testing, Cyberspace Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C-ISR) integration, tactics, and techniques; and computer security penetration tools and techniques are required. Extensive knowledge and skill in one or more of the following areas: (1) computer operating systems (Unix, Windows, etc.) enterprise services, file systems, security, configuration and analysis; (2) network operations and security including net flows, protocols, PCAP, etc.; (3) computer programming and scripting; (4) malware identification and analysis; (5) system forensics.
- Skilled in developing new or modified work methods, processes, or information protection procedures; and ability to develop and articulate technical direction and approaches to formulating interoperability plans, implementation plans, and contingency plans involving communications and connectivity between major command and control systems; proficiency in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations, to include Advanced knowledge of and skill in application of the concepts, and practices in the following areas: Advanced cyberspace exercise training and simulation, Mission Essential Task (METs) range platforms, including Persistent Cyber Training Environment (PCTE) and/or Joint Cyber Training Environment (JCTE).
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Responsibilities:
- As a recognized defensive cyber expert serves as group defensive cyber operations technical advisor providing technical guidance, advisory support, training/certification and lead on projects and/or major phases for broad and varied operations.
- Serves as a CPT mission lead, functional expert, and/or team member at the master experience level on a CPT conducting cyber defense analysis and security investigations on complex networks and system architectures.
- Serves as a CPT mission lead, functional expert, and/or team member at the Master experience level conducting penetration testing and assessments of mission partner defense capabilities on complex networks and system architectures.
- Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
- Directs and/or participates as a subject matter expert in Technical Review Boards, various advisory committees, conducted to review technology requirements, procedures, findings and results of major tasking and projects.
Salary : $148,275