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IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/INFOSEC)

Air Force Office of Special Investigations

Los Angeles, CAFull-time$147–191K/yrPosted 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$147–191K/yr
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The position serves as an IT subject-matter expert and manager for the Air Force Special Access Program enterprise, advising AFOSI leadership and authorizing officials on information security and assurance practices, procedures, policies, and plans. It provides strategic planning and technical oversight for SAP information assurance processes and systems, including policy development and interpretation under federal, Department of Defense, and Air Force guidance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Attention to DetailCustomer ServiceOral CommunicationProblem SolvingInformation AssuranceSystem SecuritySecurity Awareness AssessmentSecurity Technology ApplicationPolicy ImplementationSAP Information Assurance ManagementRisk Management FrameworkContinuous Monitoring ProcessSAP Portfolio ManagementContractor Team DirectionWritten Communication

Qualifications

One Year Specialized ExperienceOne Year GS-13 Time-in-Grade

Full job description

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as an IT SME specializing as an IT manager for the entire AF SAP Enterprise advising the AFOSI, PJ, PJ Director, SAIC, and authorizing officials concerning INFOSEC/IA practices procedures, policies, and plans as they relate to AIS, Clinger-Cohen Act, FIMA, Privacy Act and other IA and INFOSEC-related requirements.

Duties

Serves as Senior Security Control Assessor. Strategic planner for IA processes to further SAP integrity. Resident AFOSI PJ technical expert monitor for SAP IA/IT systems. Policy development, interpretation, and oversight in accordance with the Clinger-Cohen Act, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), Privacy Act, OMB, DoD and AF SAP CIO guidance. Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving AND have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-13) or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Applying information assurance policies and system security procedures designed to protect communications and computer systems to include the entire SAP enterprise; evaluating current system security posture, monitoring activities, and assessing the security awareness knowledge of staff as it relates to assigned areas of responsibility; advising IT/IA counterparts and experts in the SAP community on a variety of situations/issues that involve applying or adapting new security technology concepts, applications, and/or practices; and implementing new policies or recommending changes to existing policies based on pending or new legislation and administration guidance updates. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning SAP information assurance management processes and initiatives, Clinger-Cohen Act, Federal Information Security Management Act, and Privacy Act. Knowledge of the Joint Special Access Program Security Guide (JSIG) requirements, to include the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the Continuous Monitory Process (CMP). Knowledge of the AF SAP Information Technology Portfolio Management processes to include but not limited to DoDI 5205.11, Management, Administration and Oversight of DoD SAPs, DoD 5205.07-M SAP Security Manual, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4, Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations Knowledge of SAP information assurance management and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DoD, AF, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the Special Access Programs process and information assurance management processes. Skill to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a multi-person contractor element in critical aspects of Information Assurance practices for the AF SAP community. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Other Information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

How this job compares

Set against the 400 open IT Specialist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$147–191K/yr
  • California median$100–139K/yr24 salary ranges
  • US median$93–133K/yr243 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $169K, is 41% above the California median midpoint ($120K) — in the top quarter of IT Specialist salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 35 open IT Specialist jobs in California and 400 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; IT Specialist postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (312 postings).
Education
38 of the 400 open IT Specialist jobs (10%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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