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IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC)

Department of the Air Force HeadquartersFort Meade, MarylandPosted 5 Oct 2026

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This is a GG-13 position in the Cyber Excepted Service (CES). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 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, Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 (Alternative A) INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: 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.

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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 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 include: Mastery of nuclear information assurance policies, concepts, standards, system operations to provide technical expertise on offensive and defensive DOD IA (including Cloud).

Develops, interprets, policies, procedures and strategies governing IA in nuclear systems. Provides expert advice, guidance, decisions, and recommendations to senior leadership, system/network planners on the latest computer security developments, policy/program changes and conduct research to influence nuclear IT requirements. Expert knowledge of nuclear computer systems and related computer concepts, principles, and practices related to the Information Assurance Policy operations and environment.

Expert knowledge of related computer disciplines such as systems, networks, and communication lines. The employee must develop policies, interpret complex guidelines, and provide expert advice to senior leadership on cybersecurity accreditation, cloud strategies, and IA frameworks. The work involves applying a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices in cybersecurity and information assurance to complex assignments, including the development of new methods and approaches.

Provide in-depth knowledge of security practices and procedures to enable the incumbent to develop, prepare, and implement network security guidelines for the Nuclear DOD systems. 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.

Knowledge of computer systems and related computer concepts, principles, and practices related to the Nuclear DOD IA environment. Extensive knowledge of Project Management, managing large team and tasks to completion. 2. Knowledge of related computer disciplines such as systems, networks, communication lines, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, routers, and current reporting procedures. 3. Broad based technical knowledge of current DOD Nuclear computer network defense, information system operations, and procedures.

4. Extensive knowledge of DOD computer security policies and directives related to IA (including cloud), and the protection of the Nuclear Communications Infrastructure. 5. Extensive knowledge of established DOD Nuclear computer network operations. 6. Ability to interpret and develop IA policy, regulations, procedures, concepts, standards, and system processes. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.

Ability to conduct/coordinate activities associated ensuring rigorous application of information assurance policies, principals, and practices to all components of the architecture. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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.

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