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LIAISON OFFICER (CYBER)

Department of the Air Force

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Arlington, VA
Top Secret/SCI Polygraph Unspecified
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Job Description

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021.

As a LIAISON OFFICER (CYBER) at the GS-0301-15 some of your typical work assignments may include:
  • Serves as the senior civilian representative and principle advisor to NCIJTF with a special focus within the NCIJTF on USTRANSCOM transportation and JDDE needs.
  • Fuse all-source intelligence, unique and sensitive cyber information, detailed knowledge of DoD C3 systems, and law enforcement investigative information to assist with the development of relevant assessments and timely, actionable recommendations to USTRANSCOM and NCIJTF/law enforcement senior leaders.
  • Serves as senior advisor on deployment and distribution coordination process. Advises NCIJTF, GO/FO/SES personnel across NCIJTFs enterprise, and DC3 on the complex physical and cyber threats targeting the extensive USTRANSCOM and Subordinate Command enterprise.
  • Represents senior officials at command conferences, workshops and seminars to advise on USTRANSCOM current and future capabilities, objectives and status relative to cyber threats impacting logistics and transportation.
Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Work Schedule: Fulltime
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Not Required
  • Telework Eligibility: Situational telework may be authorized based on operational requirements, contingent upon Agency and Supervisor approval.
  • Work may require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (TS/SCI) clearance
  • This position is designated by the Air Force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
  • Position may require prolonged working hours during exercises or contingency operations
  • This is a cybersecurity position. The employee must attain and maintain the appropriate DoD approved cybersecurity baseline Certificate(s) within six months
  • This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS 15 , if you fulfill the following qualifications :A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service as listed below:
  • Serving as an advisor or consultant regarding the Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise (JDDE).
  • Providing authoritative advice regarding existing and emerging cyber-vulnerabilities, recommended risk mitigation strategies, potential impact on the strategic deterrence mission, and the operational relevance.
  • Advising on complex physical and cyber threats.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

Additional information

Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at:

This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment.
You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the , save the document and attach it to your application package.

(RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist ( ); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.
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