The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Information Technology Specialist (NETWORK/INFOSEC), (NH-2210-03), to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center location in Layton, Utah at Hill Air Force Base. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

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Recruitment, Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

Roster may be used to fill like vacancies for the next 120 days

Salary Range ($89,508 - $138,370) Yearly with locality pay included

Job Open Date 7/30/2026

Job Close Date 8/6/2026

Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens

Senior Cyber Network Defense Specialist

We are looking for an elite Informational Technology professional to architect, manage, and defend mission-critical network systems within a specialized program environment. If you are an expert in securing complex Local Area Network (LAN) / Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure across top-level security enclaves (including System Application Products (SAP) and Sensitive Comparted Information (SCI)) and thrive on high-stakes challenges, this role is your opportuniyto lead at the highest level.

As a Senior Cyber Network Defense Specialist, you are the guardian of our most sensitive information. You will have ultimate responsibility for the integrity and security of the networked systems that transmit vital voice, data, and video communications. Operating within our specialized Cyber Section, your expertise will be the bedrock of our cyber resiliency, network defense, and vulnerability management operations, directly protecting national security assets.

What You Will Accomplish:

- Command Critical Infrastructure: Lead the end-to-end lifecycle-from planning and design to implementation and maintenance-of our secure Local and Wide Area Networks (LAN/WAN).

- Execute Elite Cybersecurity Operations: Implement and manage robust cybersecurity protocols in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) across Unclassified, Collateral, SAP, and SCI enclaves.

- Lead Network Defense Initiatives: Serve as a key leader within the Cyber Section, providing expert oversight for network defense, vulnerability management, software assurance, and advanced cyber technology programs.

- Ensure Total System Integrity: Guarantee the operational integrity and security of all networked systems, ensuring the flawless transmission of information and the robust defense of a high-stakes program office.

A seasoned and deeply technical IT Specialist with a proven track record in managing and securing classified network environments. If you possess expert-level knowledge of LAN/WAN architecture, comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks, and are ready to take on a mission-critical leadership role, we invite you to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance

- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft

- May require work to be performed during hours outside the normal duty schedule

- Obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance for the position as well as meet all program access requirements

- Designated Drug Testing Position

- Obtain and maintain a Cyberspace qualification

Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of IT assessment, planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation as well as knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, managing IT projects and resources, monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance. Ability to lead and manage information systems planning, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance.

2. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of IT programs to include providing oversight of multiple IT projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities such as life cycle management and program governance.

3. Knowledge of the principles and methods to identify, analyze, specify, design, and manage functional and infrastructure requirements; includes translating functional requirements into technical requirements used for logical design or alternative technologies or approaches. Ability to research and analyze external products to determine their potential for meeting mission requirements and business needs.

4. Knowledge of concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to IT work/development efforts. Includes those who are actively involved, those who exert influence over the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome. Ability to work effectively with customers to assess their requirements then provide information, expertise, and assistance to satisfy those needs.

5. Knowledge of organizational mission and function and how to work effectively within its social, political, and technological systems to achieve measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Ability to determine objectives, make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, set priorities, cause change, and accomplish organizational goals.

6. Ability to analyze complexities of existing technology, review/revise/develop policy, initiate plans for enhancements, and provide management sufficient technical and cost analysis information, through written documentation and oral briefings, to render informed judgments.

RESUME: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable and longer than two-pages. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload a resume no more than 2 pages (PDF Form) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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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.