Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

Air Force STEM$89K — $138K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Information Technology assessment and management
  • Expertise in cybersecurity and security control assessments
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
  • Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes
  • Strong project management skills, including budget oversight and resource management
  • Exceptional communication skills for engaging with various stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with Program Managers and security teams to assess security controls
  • Serve as an active member of the Risk Management Framework team
  • Ensure compliance with program security plans
  • Validate assessment results and perform evaluations of IT security controls
  • Assist in planning cybersecurity requirements from project inception

Benefits

  • Recruitment, relocation, and retention incentives may be available
  • Comprehensive federal health insurance options
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Access to retirement savings plans
  • Opportunity for career advancement within the Air Force Civilian Service
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-time Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) (NH-2210-03) to work for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center's Cyberspace and IT Directorate, AFSC/A6X Office. This position may be filled at Hill Air Force Base, Layton, Utah, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma or Robins Air Force Base in Warner-Robins, Georgia. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits. This job may close at any time! Apply now!!! Recruitment, Relocation, Retention incentives may be considered. 2026 Salary Range ($89,508 - $138,370) yearly w/ locality Job Open Date: 6/1/2026 Job Close Date: 6/15/2026 Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens The primary purpose of this position is to serve as The Security Controls Assessor Representative (SCAR) coordinates with the Program Manager (PM), Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), and Risk Management Framework (RMF) team to assess security controls for the SCA. Works under direction of the SCA to ensure security controls are properly assessed ensuring security of the system IAW the Authorizing Officials direction. Serves as an active member of the RMF team from its inception, to assist with planning of cybersecurity requirements. The SCAR ensures security controls are implemented and assessed in accordance with the program security plan. Validates assessment results from others' (e.g., ASCA or ISSM) hands-on, comprehensive evaluations of the technical and non-technical security controls for the IT, determines the degree to which the IT satisfies the applicable security controls. Requirements: - Obtain & maintain a security clearance - Must be a U.S. Citizen - This is a designated Drug Testing Position - Certifications / Licensure Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): 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. 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). 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."

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