Supervisory IT Specialist-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities and plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work.
• Supervises and exercises control over cyber defense protocol.
• Develops comprehensive long and short-range plans on cyber defense projects and activities including in-depth cost analysis, installation goals and objectives.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations.
• This is a Centrally Management position under IT Specialist Career Field.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions,
Competency-Based Qualification Standard for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: I have (or will have) at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband (NH-02), equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) (or equivalent in an alternative pay system) in the Federal service within 90 days of the closing date for this announcement. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following competencies: attention to detail, customer service, information management, interpersonal skills, problem solving, and technical competence. Should also include ability to lead, manage, and supervise rapid change and an uncertain environment to ensure projects are developed and produced to meet customer objectives and experience with a variety of Information Systems technologies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: Substantial experience in actively execute defensive cyber operations, manage cyber incident response, conduct security assessments, coordinate requirements boards, and provide critical guidance to mission partners
- Experience managing federal civilians, Military and interns' performance on day-to-day defensive cyber operations and provide specialized professional development/ mentorship, which improves long term retention and stability.
- Skilled at balancing organization needs, evaluating resource requests, and establishing metrics to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Experience supervising personnel including establishing employee contribution plans and conducting performance assessments
- Proven ability to establish performance standards and improve overall organizational productivity and quality.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Highly skilled in delivering clear presentations on program status, resolving complex issues, and defending funding requirements.

Capable of building strong, cross-functional relationships with supporting commands and external organizations. An operational supervisor will serve as the primary focal point to Squadron leadership in cyber defense, managing resource allocation, prioritizing mission sets, and ensuring that matrixed personnel are effectively utilized without degrading other flight capabilities.

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. Ability to lead, manage, and supervise uncertainty, rapid change, ambiguity, surprise, and a less defined environment to ensure projects are developed and produced to meet customer objectives.
2. Ability to gather and assemble data to prepare briefings on issues/concerns/problems, develop alternatives, make recommendations to resolve problems, and coordinate between various business and technical disciplines at AFFTC, AFMC, AF, and DoD agencies.
3. Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply policies, regulations, and procedures to a variety of Information Systems (IS) technologies and recommend timely economical solutions.
4. Ability to maintain good working relations and to communicate effectively with a broad range of personnel both orally and in writing; and to use modern computer software applications in support of communications and presentations.
5. Knowledge of current industry technologies and security practices to include:
a. Firewalls
b. Proxy Servers
c. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
d. Vulnerability Scanners
e. Forensic Tools to Include Tools to Reverse Engineer Malware
f. DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide Standards (STIGS)
g. DISA Assured Compliance Assessment Solutions (ACAS)
h. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Tools


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.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume 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 is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service/discharge and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

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