IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

United States Air Force

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

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity and information assurance roles
  • Knowledge of risk management processes and methodologies
  • Proficiency in cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53
  • Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and audits
  • Experience with Cybersecurity and privacy principles
  • Skill in recognizing and mitigating security vulnerabilities
  • Certification in Information Assurance required. Must obtain within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Information Systems Security Officer overseeing IT security
  • Conduct Risk Management Framework analysis and prepare relevant documentation
  • Monitor security posture through audits and controls testing
  • Develop and recommend security measures and countermeasures
  • Translate regulatory requirements into actionable security controls
  • Assess IT systems for policy compliance and develop mitigation strategies
  • Conduct technical recommendations for Risk and Vulnerability Assessments.

Benefits

  • Relocation, Retention, and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized
  • Comprehensive federal employee benefits package
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the Air Force Civilian Service
  • Engagement in a mission-critical role enhancing national security
  • Work environment focused on efficiency and improvement of federal operations.
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-time It Specialist (infosec) (NH-2210-03) to work for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) for the 78th Air Base Wing (ABW) at Robins Air Force Base located in Warner Robins, Georgia. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits. This job may close at any time! Apply now!!! Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized. 2026 Salary Range ($89,508 - $138,370) yearly w/ locality Job Open Date: 9/8/2026 Job Close Date: 9/15/2026 Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens In this position you will provide expert IT support as the Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for security related technical analysis and development of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Certification & Accreditation (C&A) documentation for NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and stand-alone Platform Information Technology (PIT) systems in OO-ALC. Oversees the security posture for one or more system(s) throughout the entire life cycle; provides continuous monitoring through scheduled audits, controls testing, and audit reviews, and escalates issues as needed. Oversees the implementation of information technology (IT) security controls and security authorization documents; and ensures the system is compliant with mandated security policies and requirements. Provides technical recommendations for all Risk Assessments and Vulnerability Assessments conducted for the system or site. Provides security analysis of IT activities to ensure that appropriate security measures are in place and being enforced. Develops estimates of risks associated with technologies and discovered threats, enabling organization to assess the resources needed to respond effectively. Follows systematic process to assess the ability of systems and networks to withstand exploitation by adversaries. Conducts assessments of threats and vulnerabilities, determines deviations from acceptable configurations, enterprise or local policy, assesses the level of risk, and develops and/or recommends appropriate mitigation countermeasures in all situations. Additional Duties: Ensures the development and implementation of security requirements and security practices are incorporated throughout the system engineering life cycle (SELC) and engineering maintenance of solutions, applications, products, information systems, and network environments to minimize risk to the organization. Translates technology and environmental conditions (e.g., law and regulation) into system and security controls and processes. Assesses systems for shortcomings related to business requirements, functionality, or policy compliance and develops and documents steps to mitigate. Requirements: Designated drug testing position Obtain & maintain a security clearance May have extended/other than normal duty hours Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): 1. Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk) 2. Knowledge of Cybersecurity and privacy principles 3. Knowledge of Cyber threats and vulnerabilities 4. Knowledge of Cybersecurity and privacy principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation) 5. Knowledge of information technology (IT) risk management policies, requirements, and procedures 6. Skill in assessing security controls based on Cybersecurity principles and tenets. (e.g., CIS CSC, NIST SP 800-53, Cybersecurity Framework, etc.) 7. Skill in recognizing vulnerabilities in security systems. (e.g., vulnerability and compliance scanning) 8. Ability to conduct vulnerability scans and recognize vulnerabilities in security systems ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. 2. This position may require work to be performed during hours outside the normal duty schedule. 3. Incumbent must obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance. 4. Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes information assurance (IA) 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. A waiver of this nine month requirement may be granted per DoDM 8140.03. Failure to receive and maintain the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position role. 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." 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

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