The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for THREE (3) Full-Time Security Controls Assessor / Cybersecurity Specialist (GS-2210-14) to work at the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force; Administrative Assistant; Security, Special Program Oversight and Information Protection (SAF/AAZ), Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia. Moving expenses may be paid. Salary: $143,913 - $187,093 per year based on experience. 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. This position can close at any time. Apply Now! Qualifications/Requirements: In this position, you will serve as an Information Technology (IT) Subject Matter Expert (SME) and IT Manager. In this role, you will advise the Chief Information Officer (CIO) on information security and cybersecurity practices, procedures, policies, plans, and guidance. This includes aligning operations with Automated Information Systems (AIS), the Clinger-Cohen Act (CCA), the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), the Privacy Act (PA), and other federal cybersecurity mandates. As a Senior Advisor, you will provide critical cybersecurity counsel to senior Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Air Force (DAF) leadership on high-impact, national-scope IT programs. You will evaluate DoD, federal, and commercial technologies to ensure information assurance and cybersecurity compliance across the Air Force. These efforts directly support the service components of the Global Information Grid (GIG) and pioneer new prototype IT capabilities for the DoD. Additionally, you will serve as the primary security liaison between the Air Force Special Access Program Central Office (AF SAPCO), the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Cyber Effects Operations (SAF/CN), and senior defense leaders. Your expertise will guide IT program management-spanning business cases, performance metrics, systems architecture, standards, certification and accreditation, and interoperability. You will actively shape future Air Force policy by drafting and defending new cybersecurity proposals. Finally, you will assist the Air Force Director of Security, Special Program Oversight and Information Protection (AF Dir SPO/IP) in managing the agency's IT systems. Operating under Presidential Executive Orders and military security regulations, you will serve as the leading Air Force security specialist, ensuring all security personnel across the department are trained and equipped to protect critical assets. U.S. Citizenship (Required) This is a designated Drug Testing Position Must be able to obtain and maintain a "Top Secret" security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Incumbent may be subject to Counterintelligence (CI) Scope Polygraph testing. Must be able to obtain and maintain Department of Defense (DoD) Cyberspace Workforce Framework Foundational qualification within 9 months of assignment; resident qualifications within 12 months of assignment. Required Core Competencies: Legislative & Acquisition Compliance: Expert knowledge of the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning acquisition management process and initiatives, Clinger-Cohen Act (CCA), Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), and Privacy Act (PA). Risk Management Framework (RMF): Expert knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework requirements, to include the Committee on National Security Systems Instructions (CNSSI) 1253 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53 Security Control Catalog. Cybersecurity Governance: Expert knowledge of cybersecurity management and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Enterprise Systems & Acquisition: Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interlace with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process and cybersecurity (formerly information assurance) management processes. Matrixed Leadership & Integration: Skill to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a matrixed staff in critical aspects of Information Technology development and to coordinate various aspects of policy and concepts of operations as it relates to Clinger-Cohen Act, Federal Information Security Management Act, Privacy Act, and other applicable requirements. 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. How to Apply: 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 supporting 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 afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR OPM Agency Guidance. To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe 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. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.