- Position Title
- IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC)
- Agency
- Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
- Announcement Number
- 9X-DCIPS-12189983-200509-SC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, November 8, 2023 to Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Please answer the following question by selecting a response. NOTE: Applicants are responsible for claiming their appropriate eligibility. Veterans' Preference is NOT an eligibility; it is a hiring preference, where applicable. You must select an eligibility to receive consideration for this position. If you are not a US citizen, you are not "eligible" to apply for this position and your application will not be referred to the hiring manager.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
2.
US Citizen - Are you a US citizen (either by birth or naturalization) or national of the United States?
Preferences
1.
I am a current or prior military member of the Armed Forces that is retiring or has been retired less than 180 days. Hiring (appointments or transfers) of retiring or retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in any DoD Component during the 180 days immediately following retirement may only be made IAW DoDI 1402.01 and may require a waiver for appointment prior to the 180 days from official military retirement.
2.
Are you retired from the Federal civilian service or are you in a phased retirement and receiving an annuity?
3.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories below, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
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Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
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Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
4.
Did you voluntarily separate from federal service and receive Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP)?
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
5.
Are you a military spouse who is currently married to an active duty military member?
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
6.
Are you currently working or previously worked in a Department of Defense position in a foreign location(s)?
7.
24-Month US Physical Presence: Have you had a continuous physical presence in the United States or a non-foreign area (e.g., Guam, HI, AK) for the past 24-months?
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the basic requirements needed to qualify for an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC), GG-2210-14. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC) at the GG-2210-14 grade level or equivalent pay band. Your resume must support the response you select.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Provide expertise, guidance, and strategic direction to ensure adherence to Information Assurance (IA) guidance, policies, and standards.
3.
Develop and implement policies, procedures, guidelines, and processes necessary to ensure IA compliance.
4.
Manage cybersecurity measures implemented in cloud environments to protect sensitive data.
5.
Oversees cybersecurity measures to ensure compliance with Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and other regulatory requirements.
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Lead the development and implementation of robust security strategies, policies, and procedures specifically tailored to the organization's cloud environments.
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Provide attention to rapidly changing policies and technology to advise management on evolving mission partner needs.
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Conduct risk evaluations to identify vulnerabilities and the impact of vulnerabilities.
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Implement IA safeguards to address most probable vulnerabilities.
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Apply Enterprise Architecture principles and practices to guide the development & implementation of secure efficient technology solutions across AFMC and IC ISR initiatives.
11.
Develop processes, procedures, and other materials to familiarize personnel on internal and external IC policies and guidance.
12.
Guide cybersecurity integration efforts to enhance the security posture of ISR systems.
13.
Provide input to the cybersecurity posture of secure development pipelines to implement continuous monitoring of risk management framework projects.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
14.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.