Summary The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here. Responsibilities The primary purpose of this position is to provide expert-level technical guidance and management in the implementation of controls and safeguards. These prevent unauthorized access to classified, controlled unclassified, and other types of information that require distinct controls and/or safeguards. It manages the identification and evaluation of threats and vulnerabilities to the security of the system, program, or unit. It also provides management with the options and requirements for mitigating the risks. This position develops and/or evaluates vulnerability and risk assessments related to the system, program or unit. Duties for this position typically include : 1. Serves as the technical authority in conducting the Information Security Program and information handled at all organization operating locations from espionage, terrorism, and threats of unauthorized disclosure and/or compromise of information or material considered vital to the organization's interests, national defense or nation security. 2. Responsible for information protection risk assessments and risk management/mitigation strategies/recommendations based on intelligence-derived threat issues that require deviations from or synthesis of policies that can have national implications. 3. Serves as the security program manager and as a recognized technical authority on Information Protection issues. 4. Plans, organizes, and directs the program protection planning activities of the organization, its facilities and weapon systems at contractor and other government locations ensuring that all elements of protection complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs throughout the program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): 1. Expert knowledge and mastery of a wide range of security specialties, concepts, principles, criteria, requirements, technology and practices. 2. Expert knowledge of the intelligence enterprise to support and promote information sharing and strategies. 3. Mastery of information security concepts, principles, and practices to analyze, and resolve issues. 4. Expert knowledge in analytical theories, processes, programs and practices. 5. Sophisticated understanding and skill in applying broad or in-depth expertise in highly complex and ambiguous situations. 6. Strong writing and oral communication skills to inform and persuade. Education Additional Information Please note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. For the most up-to-date notifications on available positions, we recommend candidates subscribe and complete their profile at (https://afciviliancareers.com/subscribe), indicating their position and location preferences.