COMPUTER SCIENTIST / INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY Job in Dahlgren, VA

Vacancy No. JWAC-12672378-JWK-FLYER Department Air Force Elements, U.S. Strategic Command
Salary $138,152.00 to $195,200.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/23/2025 Close Date 2/13/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Dahlgren, VA


Summary

The Information Systems Security Manager serves as a technical and policy expert in cybersecurity, providing strategic leadership and direction to support the analytic and business missions of the Center. This role is responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of JWAC systems and software, and for overseeing all efforts to gain and maintain Authority to Operate.

Duties

  • Lead development, maintenance, and coordinate enforcement of a formal Information Security program and related policies for the assigned area of responsibility.
  • Ensures security of JWAC authorized systems by executing Continuous Monitoring activities as defined in JWAC ConMon Plan.
  • Security advisor to technical teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership on IT security matters including gaining and maintaining Authority to Operate for JWAC systems and software in a multi-level security domain.
  • Serve as point of contact for information system security-related matters including assessing risks and providing recommendations and findings to senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with other information security professionals to ensure the effective implementation of security controls.
  • Prepare and maintain IT security-related documents, including reports, briefs, trainings and SOPs.
  • The ISSM shall assume Information System Security Officer (ISSO) responsibilities in the absence of the ISSO.
  • Stay abreast of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies related to information system security.
  • Apply expert knowledge of modern information technology and cybersecurity concepts, as well as DoD IT policy and procedures, to achieve secure, effective solution design and implementation.
  • Requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to advise and influence senior leadership on IT security matters.
  • Key advisor to technical teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, providing guidance related to IT security best practices, risk management, and compliance.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Telework Situational – as determined by the agency policy
  • Incumbent must have or be capable of obtaining and retaining a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
  • This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing program. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use
  • Position is subject to polygraph testing
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
  • New employees to the Department of the Air Force will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • May be subject to 3-year probationary period pursuant to JWAC FRN, 85 Fed. Reg. 29419 (May 15, 2020).
  • Confidential Financial Disclosure (OGE 450)
  • Applicant must meet requirements in the Qualification Matrix for Work Role ID: 722 (NIST: OV-MG-001) or be able to meet this requirement within 120 days

Qualifications

Only applicants who meet the area of consideration are eligible to apply for this job. In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the basic education and/or specialized experience requirements.

For DR-III: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the DR-II/GS-13 grade level. Specialized Experience is defined as work in the private or public sector performing duties in or related to the work of the position being filled. Examples of specialized experience include:
  1. Authorizing IT systems under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and applying National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines, AND
  2. Providing technical guidance and oversight to IT security teams, AND
  3. Developing and implementing cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards to protect sensitive information and systems
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and NIST guidelines, with a focus on authorizing IT systems under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including FISMA and FedRAMP.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics, with the ability to analyze complex cybersecurity problems, assess cybersecurity risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with other organizations to establish strategic partnerships that promote positive relationships with external assessors and stakeholders.
  • Skills in project management, with the ability to plan projects to meet cybersecurity objectives and priorities, plan for resourcing, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to lead and manage a team of cybersecurity professionals, with strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to apply industry best practices and emerging trends in cybersecurity, as well as familiarity with agile methodologies.
  • Ability to conduct security assessments and authorizations of IT systems using the RMF or other risk management frameworks, with a focus on threat intelligence, incident response, continuous monitoring, and automated security tools.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series

Computer Science, 1550:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/

Information Technology Specialist, 2210:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/gs-2210-information-technology-management-series/

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume, but it is acceptable to provide elsewhere in your application package: employer's name, starting and end dates (Month/Year), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience.

Required Documents

Interested applicants are required to submit (1) a resume not to exceed 4 pages, (2) Transcripts (3) an optional written response, not to exceed 2 pages, addressing how you meet the qualifications and competencies required and why you wish to be considered for the position (4) SF50 (current or former federal employees), and (5) DD214 (if applicable).

NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FOR INITIAL APPLICATION, HOWEVER, IF SELECTED YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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Agency contact information

JWAC Group Box
Address
Joint Warfare Analysis Center - JWAC
4048 Higley Road
Dahlgren, VA 22448
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