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 perform Cyber Warning and Operations Center (CWOC) Watch Officer duties providing a wide range of support to North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and the United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM), cyber systems and missions through in-depth analysis of information and reporting. Responsibilities Serves as a Cyber Warning and Operations Center (CWOC) Watch Officer providing a wide range of support to NORAD & USNORTHCOM cyber systems and missions through in-depth analysis of information and reporting. Provides and maintains visibility of cyber capabilities in order to develop, track, and provide situational awareness of overall KT-C cyber posture. Manages mission information, knowledge, and situational awareness processes for NORAD and USNORTHCOM. Prepares technical reports, staff studies, briefings, correspondence, project, system, operations, and plans status reports. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Individual Occupational Requirements for the Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 (Alternate A). https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ EXPERIENCE: Must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving AND one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 (or equivalent in other pay systems) which includes: Application of complex C4 and Cyber systems analysis and applications software concepts, functions, techniques, and capabilities sufficient to evaluate the feasibility of proposed new systems and applications software projects; and to design, write, test, debug, and maintain information systems and applications software and ensure successful integration with existing and anticipated infrastructure and the database environment; Conducting vulnerability scans and recognize vulnerabilities in security systems; Providing guidance to less experienced cyber specialists in resolving complex problems involving systems and applications software development. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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 cyber capabilities including, but not limited to applications, software concepts, functions, techniques, and mission systems sufficient to provide recommendations on new and emerging cyber security methods, principles, and the feasibility of proposed new capabilities including enterprise tools and applications. Knowledge of operational activities (e.g. Homeland Defense; Defense Support of Civil Authorities; Cyberspace Operations including Cyber Protection Teams (CPTs) and Combat Mission Teams (CMTs); Integrated Tactical Warning/ Attack Assessment (ITW/AA); Integrated Missile Defense; Mass Migration; Non-Combatant Evacuation; Theater Campaign Plan (TCP); mission systems, and command, control, communications, computers (C4)), mission processes, procedures, systems, and applications. Knowledge of IT management information systems and applications software technology and the ability to isolate causes of problems between hardware, system, and applications software programs. Knowledge of and skill in applying methods, tools, and procedures, including development of information security plans, to prevent information system vulnerabilities, and provide or restore security of information systems and network services and develop or recommend appropriate mitigation countermeasures. Knowledge of IT INFOSEC security requirements for certification and accreditation, network operations and protocols, systems testing and evaluation, and performance management methods sufficient to plan and conduct security accreditation reviews for installed systems or networks and assess and advise on new or revised security measures and countermeasures based on the results of accreditation reviews. Knowledge of a broad range of telecommunications concepts and principles, operating modes, systems, media, equipment, and related software systems, processes and procedures to assess and advise on vulnerability to attach from a variety of sources (e.g. espionage, disruption of services, destructive programs/applications) and procedures and methods for protection of systems and applications. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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. Education Additional 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. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.