Security Controls Assessor

Job Overview

This job will be accepting candidate submissions until 9 December 2024.

Join our team leading the transformation of the AFRL Digital Capabilities Execution Directorate. We are looking for a mid-level, non-Supervisory Information Technology Manager within the Cybersecurity Management Division at WrightPatterson AFB, Ohio.

Position Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Research DoD/AF policy and processes regarding cybersecurity and advise on implementation in a research setting.
• Interface with AFRL Technical Directorate CITO, ISSM, and Program Managers to advise on cybersecurity polices, processes, and challenges.
• Act as Security Controls Assessor including preparation of Security Assessment Reports to advise Authorizing Official in authorization decisions.
• Support Security Controls Assessor Representative in application of AFRL Risk Management Framework to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls.
• Communicate with DoD, Air Staff, Major Command, and AFRL leadership on requirements and issues related to cybersecurity.
• Participates in AF S&T Cybersecurity Working Group to develop policy and A&A governance structure to meet the unique needs of the laboratory community.
• Participate in projects and in cross functional teams to improve AFRL cybersecurity processes, systems, services, policies and documentation.
• Champion approach to provide cybersecurity while enabling the complex needs of the ARFL technical environment.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

Yes

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Applicants must be able to meet the OPM Qualification Standards of the position being filled. Office of Personnel Management Qualification Stadards can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/Information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/

• Computer Scientist (1550):  To meet eligibility of a Computer Scientist, applicants must meet the following basic requirements. Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.  For a full description of the 1550 requirements, see the following Occupational Requirements here:  https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/

• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the DO/DR-01/GS-11 or equivalent grade level of the position being advertised
• Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance
• 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
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov 

Desired Qualifications

• Certification(s) to satisfy DoD 8140 for work code 612 Basic.

• Experience with Risk Management Framework implementations.

• Experience with implementing DoD/AF cybersecurity policy in a research environment or similar.

• Experience in the challenges and requirements of cybersecurity in the diverse information technology environment supporting the research mission needs of AFRL.

• Experience with a wide variety of IT systems, including laboratory equipment, networks, flight operations and cloud computing. Great interpersonal and communication skills.

• Certification(s) to satisfy DoD 8140 for work code 612 Advanced.

Additional Information

• Incentives may/may not be authorized
• Travel may be required for this position

(Req 97644)

Series

1550

2210