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In this position you will provide specialized knowledge/technical expertise for cybersecurity T&E of aircraft and weapons systems; and operates and maintains the Test, Techniques, and Training (T3) Cybersecurity Contested Environment Laboratory within the Integrated Facility for Avionics System Testing (IFAST)

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

12/06/2024 to 12/21/2024
Salary

$101,121 - $156,323 per year
Pay scale & grade

NH 3
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Location

Few vacancies in the following location:
- Edwards AFB, CA
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Competitive
Promotion potential

None
Job family (Series)
- 0080 Security Administration
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Top Secret
Drug test

Yes
Position sensitivity and risk

Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
- National security
Financial disclosure

No
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

AFTC-12629991-JEJ-FLYER
Control number

822337300

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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Implement and administers the SAP Information Security Program; Serves as a Security Professional for the testing, fielding and protection of advanced and Special Access Program resources and technologies.
Implement and administers the Personnel Security Program.
Implement and administers SAP Industrial Security Program.
Implement and administers the physical security program.

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Conditions of Employment

U.S. Citizenship Required
Must be able to obtain/maintain Special Access Program and Sensitive Compartmented Information access eligibility
Some temporary duty (TDY) travel may be required
The incumbent will be subject to random drug testing
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Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification is required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position...
in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, DOD Security Accreditation and Certification.

Qualifications

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In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management positions located here

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences include developing and implementing security plans and procedures (such as Standard Operating Procedures, System Security, Program Test, Treaty preparation, deployment and OPSEC plans) for personnel and facilities that support advanced or special programs and SCI material. Oversees the maintenance of Top-Secret Control Accounts and strict accountability of all accountable material, ensures and/or provides training to personnel appointed as Top-Secret Control Officers. Lead or perform security investigations for incidents involving the actual or possible loss, compromise or inadvertent disclosure of highly classified information.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of information, industrial, physical and personnel security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement security programs in these areas.
Knowledge of Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security procedures.
Skill in developing, analyzing and evaluating SAP security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security program for the organization.
Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with co-workers and customer, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
Ability to plan, organize work, and meet deadlines.

Desired Skills:

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: applied working knowledge of a broad range of security disciplines, concepts, principles, and practices to review, independently analyze, and resolve difficult and complex security problems; apply policy direction to contractors and government/military officials, and develop guidance for applying security policy, procedures, technique equipment, and methods to a variety of work situations and various levels or degrees of security controls.
Knowledge of a broad range of security program relationships, and proficiency in information, personnel, and industrial security to effectively implement and administer applicable security programs and/or coordinate with other specialized security programs.
Knowledge of required security training concepts, programs, and procedures to develop security education programs, provide training, and assist in operating security to include knowledge of required Special Access program (SAP) and sensitive compartmented information (SCI) security procedures.

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Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits:
Paid Time Off:

11 Federal Holidays off per year
Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year
13 sick days per year (104 hours)

Retirement:

Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching

Health & Wellness:

Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
Flexible Spending Account
Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance

Work/Life Balance:

Family and Medical Leave Act
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)

Career Development:

Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
Career enhancement and promotion opportunities

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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.
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Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Agency contact information

Air Force Test Center Recruitment

Email

AFTC.Enterprise.Recruiting@us.af.mil

Address

EHA DHA
550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

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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.

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For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Ensure you click the READ MORE below to open the frame and then CLICK APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.
Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Agency contact information

Air Force Test Center Recruitment

Email: AFTC.Enterprise.Recruiting@us.af.mil
Address: EHA DHA
550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Help

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

12/06/2024 to 12/21/2024
Salary

$101,121 - $156,323 per year
Pay scale & grade

NH 3
Location

Few vacancies in the following location:
- Edwards AFB, CA
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Competitive
Promotion potential

None
Job family (Series)
- 0080 Security Administration
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Top Secret
Drug test

Yes
Position sensitivity and risk

Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
- National security
Financial disclosure

No
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

AFTC-12629991-JEJ-FLYER
Control number

822337300

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/822337300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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Pay scale & grade

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Remote job

Telework eligible

Travel Required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment type

Work schedule

Service

Promotion potential

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Drug test

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Financial disclosure

Bargaining unit status

Announcement number

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Qualifications

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