The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters Combat Forces Command (HQ CFC) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado is searching for an Enterprise Network Architect (NH-2210-04, GS 14/15 equivalent).

Description:
The United States Space Force's (USSF) Headquarter Combat Forces Command (HQ CFC) is seeking an experienced Enterprise Network Architect skilled in planning, requirements, and logistics. Join us to help build America's newest service in Colorado Springs, a top-ranked U.S. city offering stunning mountain views, abundant recreation, strong economic growth, and excellent family amenities in the Pikes Peak Region.

The United States Space Force (USSF) is seeking an expert Enterprise Network Architect to serve as the primary technical authority for its advanced space systems. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, self-starting leader responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the highly specialized and secure network architecture that enables critical missions, including satellite command and control and secure communications. This role requires you to map mission-relevant cyber terrain, evaluate emerging technologies like SDN and Zero Trust, and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all network infrastructure. Applicants must possess expert knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP), operating systems (Cisco, Juniper), specialized satellite communication techniques, and cybersecurity principles. You will be expected to collaborate effectively with key partners across the DoD and intelligence community, demonstrating excellent communication skills and the ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic environment. An advanced technical degree is highly desirable.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Expert knowledge of network architecture principles, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, routing protocols (e.g., Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)), switching technologies (e.g., VLANS, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and network security principles. Extensive experience with network operating systems and platforms, such as Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos, and specialized embedded operating systems used in satellite and ground-based systems.
2. Deep understanding of specialized communication protocols and technologies used in space-based systems, such as satellite communication protocols (e.g., Digital Video Broadcasting - Satellite Second Generation (DVB-S2)), Consultative Committee for Space Data Systems (CCSDS), and secure data transmission techniques. Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, including encryption, authentication, access control, and intrusion detection/ prevention systems.
3. Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain highly secure and resilient network architectures in challenging environments, including space and remote locations. Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex network issues in real-time, using specialized diagnostic tools and techniques.
4. Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and work independently in a dynamic and challenging environment. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
5. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
6. Knowledge of Competitive Sourcing, Privatization, Business Processes, and Reengineering. Knowledge of project management methodologies and the ability to manage network projects effectively.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access.
• 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.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• An advanced degree in a technical field, i.e. Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, and/or Management is desirable.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
• PCS is authorized. Incentive is not authorized.
• This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.

Qualifications

The 2210 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. There is no Group Coverage Qualification Standard for this series.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Resume:You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:

1. Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
2. Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
3. Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
   • Job title
   • Detailed duties and accomplishments
   • Employer's name and address
   • Supervisor's name and phone number
   • Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
   • Hours per week
   • Salary, if applicable
4. Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses

College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

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