LEAD IT SPECIALIST INFOSEC

Duties

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Candidates should have demonstrated experience in working effectively with multiple levels within DoD from installation to Major Command (MAJCOM), as well as the ability to communicate effectively and make presentations in small group, technical interchange sessions and to senior leadership.

SKILLS:

• A bachelor's or higher degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or similar field that includes the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks is desired, but not required.
• Three years of experience directly related to at least one of the specialty areas described below is preferred.
• Primary:
  System Administrator
  
  • Installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining hardware, software, and administers system accounts.
• Additional:
  Information Systems Security Manager
  • Oversees the cybersecurity program of an information system or network, including managing information security implications within the organization, specific program, or other area of responsibility, to include strategic, personnel, infrastructure, requirements, policy enforcement, emergency planning, security awareness, and other resources.
• Additional:
  Technical Support Specialist
  • Provides end users tiered-level customer support by coordinating software, hardware, and network. May install, configure, troubleshoot, and provide maintenance and training.

• OPERATE & MAINTAIN:
  Provide the support, administration, and maintenance necessary to ensure effective and efficient IT system performance and security, in areas such as in data administration, network services, systems administration, and systems analysis.
• OVERSEE & GOVERN:
  Provide leadership, management, direction, or development and advocacy so the organization may effectively conduct cybersecurity work, in areas such as acquisition and program/project management, cybersecurity management, and strategic planning & policy.
• PROTECT & DEFEND:
  Identify, analyze, and mitigate threats to internal IT systems and/or networks, in areas such as cyber defense analysis, cyber defense infrastructure support, incident response, and vulnerability assessment & management.
• SECURELY PROVISION:
  Conceptualize, design, procure, and/or build secure IT systems, with responsibility for aspects of system and/or network development in areas such as risk management, software development, systems architecture/development, systems requirements planning, and test & evaluation.

• U. S. Citizenship Required
• 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:
  
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• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays, and overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required.
• Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
• Employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Engineering and Technical Management "Practitioner" certification category within required timeframe after appointment.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
• Employee must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance and is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment and participation in random drug testing while assigned to the position.
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• Review the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Tasks (KSATs) for the Cyber Work Role, at
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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.

1. 1. Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of IT assessment, planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation as well as knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, managing IT projects and resources, monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance. Ability to lead and manage information systems planning, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance.
2. 1. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of IT programs to include providing oversight of multiple IT projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities such as life cycle management and program g.