Communications Policy Analyst

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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Communications Policy Analyst, GG- , located at the Warfighting Communications (AF/A6OW) at Bolling AFB, Washington, DC.

Salary Range: $121,000 – 138,000

Recruitment Incentives available based on eligibility.

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 -V2007.

In this position, you will serve as an Information Technology (IT) / Communications Policy Specialist. This position provides policy, program oversight, and Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) guidance to ensure USAF Cyberspace Operations and Warfighter Communications are aligned with the USAF and SAF/CN vision and strategy, including statutory and Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, and are incorporated into all USAF publications. The incumbent is involved in policy development and establishment by adapting high-level policy into USAF guidance or by recommending and developing new USAF policies based on emerging threats and technologies.

• U.S. Citizenship
• Must be able to obtain/maintain Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Must sign a non-disclosure agreement
• This is a drug testing designated position
• Knowledge of a wide range of cyberspace theories, concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements sufficient to relate technical capabilities to user requirements
• Knowledge of Federal, DoD, and USAF laws, regulations, policies, and guidance concerning communications and USAF program oversight
• Knowledge of operational and performance characteristics of cyberspace systems sufficient to modify and implement procedures, policies, and practices for USAF-wide use, and evaluate new proposals, technologies, and approaches
• Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) concepts, functions, techniques, and capabilities sufficient to understand the interrelationships of Joint and Air Force communications and weapons systems within the agency RF architecture, as well as emerging RF developments and applications

Desired Experience

• Cryptographic Modernization
• Tactical Data Links: Link 16 (JTIDS/MIDS), MADL, SADL, JREAP
• Crypto Hardware: KIV-77, KG-175 (TACLANE), and MIDS-JTRS terminals
• Encryption Standards: Type 1 Crypto, AES-256, CNSA 2.0 algorithm transition
• Key Management: KMI, SKL

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.

AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.