Cybersecurity Policy Analyst
Air Force Civilian Service, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Overview
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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for full time Cybersecurity Policy Analyst, (GG-2210-13), at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.
This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position aligned under authorities of Section 1601, Chapter 83 of Title 10, United States Code and DoD Instruction 1400.25-V2007.
Salary ($132,751- $181,428) based on experience. Up to 20% telework
Do you have knowledge in Radio Frequency (RF), Zero Trust, Cyber Terrain Mapping, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Operational Technology, Cryptographic Systems, Enterprise Cyber Defense, Cloud Computing and/or Artificial Intelligence? Then this may be the position for you.
This is a rare opportunity to join the new HAF A6 directorate and build the future of Air Force cyber. You will be responsible for developing policy and program guidance for high-priority cyber programs and advise senior leaders on initiatives such as Mission Relevant Terrain Cyber, encryption, and zero-trust platforms. Your work will directly impact warfighter cyber operations to ensure mission capabilities, planning, and execution throughout the Air Force.
Primary purpose To serve as an information technology (IT) Communications Policy Specialist. This position provides policy, program oversight, planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) guidance to ensure USAF Cyberspace Operations and Warfighter Communications is aligned with the USAF and SAF/CN vision and strategy, including statutory and Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, and is incorporated into all USAF publications. The incumbent is involved in policy development and/or establishment of policy by either taking the high-level policy and adapting USAF policy or by recommending and developing new USAF policies based on new and emerging threats and technologies.
Your application package (resume, transcripts, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications. Please ensure your 2-page resume shows the knowledge, skills and experience required for THIS position.
Qualifications / Requirements
U.S. Citizenships Required
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Security Clearance.
Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
Knowledge of operational and performance characteristics of cyberspace to modify and implement procedures, policies, practices for USAF wide use as well as knowledge of performance characteristics of cyberspace equipment, systems, services, and transmission media to evaluate new proposals, and approaches.
Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) concepts functions, techniques and capabilities sufficient to understanding interrelationships of Joint and Air Force wide communications and weapons system to the agency’s RF architecture as well as new emerging RF developments and applications.
Knowledge of wide range of cyberspace theories, concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies standards, and operations requirements to relate to user requirements.
Knowledge of Federal, DoD and USAF laws, regulations policies, and guidance concerning communications and USAF program oversight.
Skill in planning and adjusting work operations to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
Ability to gather facts and effectively use analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound problem-solving decisions. Ability to synthesize large amounts of complex data into meaningful insights and conclusions.
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 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 https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit
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. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for full time Cybersecurity Policy Analyst, (GG-2210-13), at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.
This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position aligned under authorities of Section 1601, Chapter 83 of Title 10, United States Code and DoD Instruction 1400.25-V2007.
Salary ($132,751- $181,428) based on experience. Up to 20% telework
Do you have knowledge in Radio Frequency (RF), Zero Trust, Cyber Terrain Mapping, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Operational Technology, Cryptographic Systems, Enterprise Cyber Defense, Cloud Computing and/or Artificial Intelligence? Then this may be the position for you.
This is a rare opportunity to join the new HAF A6 directorate and build the future of Air Force cyber. You will be responsible for developing policy and program guidance for high-priority cyber programs and advise senior leaders on initiatives such as Mission Relevant Terrain Cyber, encryption, and zero-trust platforms. Your work will directly impact warfighter cyber operations to ensure mission capabilities, planning, and execution throughout the Air Force.
Primary purpose To serve as an information technology (IT) Communications Policy Specialist. This position provides policy, program oversight, planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) guidance to ensure USAF Cyberspace Operations and Warfighter Communications is aligned with the USAF and SAF/CN vision and strategy, including statutory and Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, and is incorporated into all USAF publications. The incumbent is involved in policy development and/or establishment of policy by either taking the high-level policy and adapting USAF policy or by recommending and developing new USAF policies based on new and emerging threats and technologies.
Your application package (resume, transcripts, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications. Please ensure your 2-page resume shows the knowledge, skills and experience required for THIS position.
Qualifications / Requirements
U.S. Citizenships Required
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Security Clearance.
Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
Knowledge of operational and performance characteristics of cyberspace to modify and implement procedures, policies, practices for USAF wide use as well as knowledge of performance characteristics of cyberspace equipment, systems, services, and transmission media to evaluate new proposals, and approaches.
Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) concepts functions, techniques and capabilities sufficient to understanding interrelationships of Joint and Air Force wide communications and weapons system to the agency’s RF architecture as well as new emerging RF developments and applications.
Knowledge of wide range of cyberspace theories, concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies standards, and operations requirements to relate to user requirements.
Knowledge of Federal, DoD and USAF laws, regulations policies, and guidance concerning communications and USAF program oversight.
Skill in planning and adjusting work operations to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
Ability to gather facts and effectively use analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound problem-solving decisions. Ability to synthesize large amounts of complex data into meaningful insights and conclusions.
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 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 https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit
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. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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