Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is: Responsible for the execution of wing-wide cybersecurity programs according to DoD directives, validating appropriate measures are taken to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AFIN IT and the information they process, supporting key cybersecurity disciplines/functions of Air Force Risk Management Framework (RMF), Information Technology (IT). Responsibilities Duty 1: Serves as 688 CW Cybersecurity Program Manager. As the 688 CW Cybersecurity Manager; provides centralized oversight and cybersecurity program management supporting AFTN Operations actions taken to design, build, configure, secure, operate, maintain, and sustain AF TT, to include Platform TT (PTT), cyber enabled systems/weapons systems. Duty 2: Manages cybersecurity requirements for AF Information Network Planning and Procedures. Duty 3:Serves as recognized authority for Cybersecurity Policy and Compliance. Duty 4: Oversees 688 CW Cybersecurity Workforce Improvement Program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. This is a GG-12 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-12 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-12 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. NOTE: You must meet both the Basic Qualifications and Specialized Experience requirements stated below: BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 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. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 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. 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. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. NOTE: IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS ABOVE APPLICANT MUST ALSO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW. Creditable Experience: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience including: Knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices in the information technology/ cybersecurity career field. Such knowledge would be gained through extended graduate study or experience. Skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments, such as developing and articulate technical direction and approaches to formulating interoperability plans, implementation plans, and contingency plans involving communications and connectivity between major command and controls systems. The employees comprehensive, intensive, and practical knowledge of a cybersecurity operations will be utilized to the development of new methods, approaches, or procedures within the scope of the organizational mission requirements. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. 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: 1. Expert knowledge of cybersecurity principles, concepts, and methods; as well as expert knowledge of system network architecture, integration techniques, and testing methods. 2. Expert knowledge of and demonstrated the ability to contribute to cybersecurity development, interpretation and application of Federal, DOD and Service regulations and policy, program directives and guidance materials relevant to the USAF cyberspace missions. 3. Understanding of AF Information Technology operations in order to secure network and information systems as well as detect and/or mitigate IT and cyberspace vulnerabilities. Expert cybersecurity knowledge and experience in IT related disciplines of COMPUSEC, TEMPEST, and Risk Management Framework. 4. Expert knowledge of the organization's cybersecurity policy and planning formulation processes, along with its mission and objectives to prepare cybersecurity policies and plans. 5. Expert ability to analyze, plan, organize, direct, and adjust program functions and appraise management in order to meet cybersecurity workforce requirements and objectives within available resources. 6. Expert knowledge of the AF cybersecurity inspection/evaluation methodologies in order to manage, develop, and implement an 688 CW Cybersecurity assessment program for oversight, adherence to DOD policies and standards. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. 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. Education Additional Information Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval) Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.