Duties
The Associate Deputy Chief Information Officer (Associate DCIO), along with the DCIO, supports 77,000 IT/cyber operations and support personnel across the globe with a portfolio valued at $17B and across two uniformed Services. This position provides executive guidance and oversight and is responsible to the DCIO and Under Secretary of the Air Force for overall formulation and execution of policies and enterprise integration of resources related to IT and IT-related enterprise operations, cybersecurity, and related workforce development.
The Associate DCIO:
- Assists the DCIO in managing major IT and cyber operations activities. Plans, provides direction, and oversees the execution and implementation of long-range strategic plans and policies in the areas of IT and cyber operations functions across the Department of the Air Force.
- Serves as the primary advisor to the DCIO in the following mission areas: (1) Cybersecurity; (2) Weapon system support through IT and cybersecurity integration and support; (3) Mission Area Integration of Enterprise IT Service delivery; (4) Joint Information Environment to include cloud, end points, and Enterprise Information Services; (5) DoD Enterprise IT Reform; (6) Enterprise Architecture and Portfolio Management; (7) Digital Transformation initiatives across the Department of the Air Force business and weapon systems functions through defense innovations teams; (8) Production and oversight of the annual multi-billion dollar Department of the Air Force Information Technology budget; (9) Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning formulation, strategy, and direction; (10) Compliance with Chief Information Officer statutory authorities to include the Clinger Cohen Act; (11) Enterprise Governance and related Architecture; (12) Communications and Information systems management and integration; (13) Leading the development of 77,000 Communications and Information/Cyber career civilians; (14) Records Management Policy Compliance; (15) Privacy Act Policy and Compliance; (16) Freedom of Information Act Policy and Compliance; (17) Engagement with the Department of the Air Force Chief Data Officer to develop enterprise approaches to data sharing and analysis; and (18) Publishing enterprise technical standard baselines in concert with Service and Federal agencies.
- Provides oversight for the Department of the Air Force IT and cyber operations programs for compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and alignment with Department of the Air Force strategic goals and objectives.
- Develops and/or oversees the development of IT and cyber policies and processes for implementation and use across the mission areas.
- Advocates for critical resources (financial, materiel, manpower, and information) needed to carry out AF-wide integration efforts through partnership with the Cyber/IT administrative and executive officials, Lead Agent, and Air Force Warfighting Integration Capability (AFWIC) and with all other principal leads across the Department of the Air Force in the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
- Participates with the DCIO in building and leading cohesive, high performing organizational, joint and interagency teams in the development of policies and enterprise integration of resources to implement and achieve long-range strategic plans.
- Partners with executives at OSD, USCYBERCOM, DISA, and other COCOMs, DoD components and federal agencies, HQ USAF, HQ USSF, and SAF organizations, and other professional organizations to identify best solutions and future capabilities.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement
- Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
- Position has been designated Special-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
- Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
- Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
- Attendance to the Air Force's Senior Leader Orientation Course (SLOC) may be required within 12 months of reassignment, subject to course availability.
- Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- 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.
Qualifications
Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations.
In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the application package.
Education
Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, in an appropriate engineering or technical field, is desired. A master's or advanced degree from an accredited institution, in an appropriate technical field or management, is highly desired.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win...airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
SALARY: $184,363.00 - $217,000.00 per annum. (Air Force Tier 2) SES members are eligible for bonuses and/or ranks and stipends in addition to annual salary.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Applications will only be accepted from current DoD Senior Executives.
SES members are eligible for Performance-Based Salary increases and/or bonuses. This is a SES Career Reserved position and is assigned a precedence priority code of DV-5, Tier 2 for protocol purposes.
MOBILITY: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES and DISES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES and DISES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applications will be evaluated against the qualifications requirements. Candidates will be evaluated for this position by a screening panel composed of senior executives and/or general officers selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. The panel will reach consensus on the applications demonstrating a high degree of the executive core qualifications and technical competencies to select for interviews. Post interview, the panel will make a recommendation of those Best Qualified candidates to refer to the selecting official, in priority order. Final selection is contingent on approval by the Under Secretary of the Air Force.
REMINDER: Before uploading your required PDF application documents, please ensure they DO NOT EXCEED the specified page limits.
Required Documents
NOTE: This Announcement is a Reassignment Opportunity and is open to current DoD SES members ONLY.
To receive full consideration, each applicant must submit the MANDATORY documents in the format as designated. Packages that do not include all of the required documents or meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
**************ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE UPLOADED IN PDF FORMAT *******************
The Qualifications Documents must be formatted using Times New Roman, size 12 font, with 1-inch margins. Do not use borders, provide photos, or list a Social Security Number on any of the Qualifications Documents. DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS.
A. (Mandatory) Resume in the preferred format (Limit 2 Pages Total). Upload in PDF format. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER.
B. (Mandatory) Most recent Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, noting your current position, grade level and salary level (applies only to current or former civilian government employee).
C. (Optional) Most recent completed Performance Appraisal (current and/or former federal employees).
D. (Optional) College transcript(s) (copy is acceptable) which demonstrates the acceptable combinations of education and experience as noted by OPM.
E. (Optional): Ethnicity and Race Identification, SF-181 -- Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
F. (Optional): Self-Identification of Disability, SF-256 -- Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
How to Apply
Please follow the below instructions to submit applications. Any applications received that do not include all of the required documents or do not meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 07/14/2025.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
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Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
PREFERRED RESUME FORMAT: (Limit 2 pages/Times New Roman 12-font) (Do Not Use the USAJOBS Resume Builder) - Please submit a typewritten resume (upload as a PDF), including the following information:
Job Information: Announcement number (MRL25-30134) and title of the position to which you are applying.
Personal Information: Full name, mailing address (with zip code), day and evening phone numbers (with area code) and complete e-mail address where you would like to receive correspondence regarding your application. **PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER**
Active-Duty/Retired Military: State highest rank held, date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement, (e.g., Colonel/June 2006/December 2014). NOTE: IAW 5 U.S.C. 3326, a 180-day waiver will be required for retired or retiring members of the armed forces during the period of 180 days immediately after retirement. Please note: you will be ineligible for consideration if your statement of service is not submitted with your application or it shows an expected discharge or release date greater than 120 days from the date of the submission of the certification.
Education: Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Work Experience: Give the following information for your paid and non-paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying: (Do not send job descriptions).
- Starting and ending dates (month and year)
- Job title (for government position, include civilian series and grade or military rank)
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor's name and phone number, please indicate if we may contact your current supervisor
- Salary (current)
HELPFUL HINTS FOR YOUR RESUME:
- Reflect on the ECQs and think about how your past experiences and education relate to each ECQ.
- Read the vacancy announcement carefully.
- Adhere to the 2-page limitation (in PDF format and 12 point font)
- Quantify your accomplishments.
* Applicants should focus on recency of experience - Recruitment Panels, Executive Resources Boards, and Hiring Officials may consider experience over 10 years outdated.
References: Provide the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three individuals who can comment on your qualifications for this position. Please do not list supervisors already listed above.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify this office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
SAF/MRL CONTACT INFORMATION: Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to Ms. Keirsten Ramon at keirsten.ramon@us.af.mil or (571) 256-1916.
Next steps
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