Cybersecurity Management Specialist

The Air Force Civilian Service

$76K — $99K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity and IT system management.
  • Proficient in risk management frameworks and Security Technical Implementation Guides.
  • Experience interpreting scan results and identifying critical vulnerabilities in the context of operational missions.
  • Familiarity with cloud environments such as Azure Government and AWS.
  • Knowledge of project management concepts and IT system acquisition processes.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret, SCI Security Clearance.
  • Cyberspace Qualification required within first year of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage cybersecurity program planning and analysis for IT network systems.
  • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies and protect information assets.
  • Design, develop, and integrate IT solutions that align with business requirements.
  • Oversee configuration management and troubleshoot network-related issues.
  • Conduct system analysis to enhance the operational efficiency of IT infrastructures.
  • Coordinate IT systems acquisition and implementation, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
  • Lead quality assurance initiatives for IT network services.

Benefits

  • Potential recruitment incentives under certain conditions.
  • Working within a structured federal government environment.
  • Opportunity for professional development in cybersecurity.
  • Gain experience in high-security government operations.
  • Engagement with advanced IT and network management technologies.
Full Job Description
Do you have skills in/and or risk management framework, Security Technical Implementation Guides, Security Requirements Guides impact performance, interpret scans identify "Critical and "Low" finding in the context of the mission, Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service, Host Based Security System, AZURE government, SCAP Compliance Checker, AWS cloud? Then you maybe the one we have been looking for and would like to talk to you. Please apply with your 2-page resume.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time, TERM, Cybersecurity Management Specialist. GG-2210-12 at Infrastructure Operations Branch (J632), Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue, NE.

This is a Temporary position Not to Exceed 3 years; current Federal civilian employees may apply, and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

Recruitment Incentives may be authorized

Salary Range: $ 76,463 - $ 99,404

This is a DoD Cyber Excepted Service (CES) Personnel System position aligned under authorities of Section 1599f, of Title 10, Chapter 81 United States Code and DOD Instruction 1400.25-V3007.

Required 3-year probationary period for new Federal government appointments.

CES applies and documents Veterans' Preference IAW Department of Defense (DoDI) 1400.25, Volume 3005.

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

In this position, you will serve as an information technology cybersecurity program management specialist in planning, analysis, acquisition, design, development, implementation, quality assurance, configuration, integration, and resource management of IT network systems to meet the business requirement of the Command. The system owner is the individual responsible for the procurement, development, integration, modification, operation, and maintenance of an information system on USSTRATCOM networks.

U.S. Citizenships Required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Security Clearance.

Drug Testing: This is a designated Drug Testing Position.

Knowledge of IT principles and cybersecurity with expertise in IT systems analysis, emerging technologies, and security methods to ensure compliance and protection of information assets.

Knowledge of network systems design and maintenance having proficiency in LAN/WAN design principles, methodologies, and approaches for developing, testing, operating, and maintaining network services that support functional requirements.

Knowledge of project and acquisition management and understanding of project management concepts, procurement techniques, life cycle management, cost-benefit analysis, and coordination requirements for IT systems acquisition and implementation.

Knowledge of system analysis and integration with the ability to analyze existing systems, develop specifications, integrate subsystems, and ensure compatibility and efficiency within the IT infrastructure.

Knowledge of configuration management and troubleshooting with expertise in complex configuration management techniques, troubleshooting network problems, and ensuring operability and efficiency of IT systems.

Cyberspace Qualification is a condition of employment. This position includes Cyberspace work as a paramount duty requirement. Per DoDM 8140.03, para 4.2.a.(2)., requires foundational qualification requirements within 9 months of assignment to a cyberspace work role and resident qualification requirements within 12 months of assignment to a cyberspace work role.

Desirable Experience: Cyber Security, System Owner, Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit

https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.

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