Cyber Research Team Lead

Dayton, OHJoin the 711th Human Performance Wing (711th HPW), to advance human performance in air, space and cyberspace through research, education and consultation. The 711th HPW supports the most critical Air Force resource, the operational military forces!
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Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 6 June 2023.
 
The 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW), Warfighter Interactions and Readiness Division (RHW), Warfighter Interfaces Branch (RHWI), seeks to hire a mid-level, DR-02/DR-03 Cyber Research Team Lead in Dayton, Ohio.  The Cyber Research Lead will guide novel design, experimentation, implementation, and transition of cyber interfaces and visualization supporting diverse Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) capabilities. Research includes interpreting features and communications in computer networking and cyber-security to discover innovative methods enhancing rapid understanding of cyber-attacks, malware, and associated behaviors of humans and human-machine teams.   
 
Position duties include but are not limited to:
  • Interact with Military and Civilian DoD personnel and experts across industry and academia to identify and analyze advanced Cyber analysis and visualization concepts.
  • The Cyber Research Team Lead will cultivate customer relationships and work across the organization to develop novel ideas and transition implementations into deliverable products.
  • The Team Lead will grow collaborations across AFRL and other DoD organizations and identify opportunities to integrate AFRL research into existing and maturing Government efforts and capabilities.
  • Team Lead must be able to perform limited program management tasks and work effectively with program managers
 
 
 

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.

Required Qualifications

  • United States Citizenship
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
  • This is a Testing Designated Position.  The incumbent may be subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment and participation in random drug testing.
  • This position may require travel
  • This position requires the filing of the OGE 450
  • This is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position and requires a Level 2 certification.  The selectee will have 24 months to meet APDP requirements or a waiver must be obtained
  • This position may be filled as a 5-year Flexible Length and Renewable Term Technical Appointment (new government hires, current government term employees, etc.) with the option to later convert to a permanent appointment.  
Specialized Experience:  Applicants must have at least one (1) year or 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to DR-01/DR-02 in the Federal Service or equivalent in an alternate pay system.
 
Education:  Applicants must also meet the Basic Qualification requirement.  To view the Individual Occupational Requirements for this position click on the following link:  
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Desired Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of an accredited MS degree in Human Factors, Cognitive Psychology, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
  • A solid background in all aspects of the Government product life cycle.
  • Understanding and appreciation of the system/software development process and the ability to effectively participate in that process.
  • Technical software development skills and Cyber Analysis knowledge.
  • Understanding Government funding and contract vehicle management.
  • Have an understanding of how products go from idea to reality in software products.
  • Ability to analyze projects to determine if other government work can be tied into current projects.
  • Generalized understanding of government research and development contracts.
  • An understanding of the government funding process.
  • Have a basic understanding of computer networking, cyber-security and related human factors considerations.
  • Possess a Cyber Analysis background.
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