Deputy Chief, Cybersecurity
First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026.
Summary
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Duties
The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters Combat Forces Command (HQ CFC) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado is searching for an Deputy Chief, Cybersecurity, S6/S64R (NH-2210-04, GS 14/15 equivalent).
Description:
Do you have experience leading cybersecurity teams and managing large-scale Risk Management Framework (RMF) operations? If so, then the United States Space Force's (USSF), Headquarters Space Operations Command is looking for you to serve as a Deputy Division Chief and RMF Branch Chief. In this role, you will be responsible for the direct supervision and operational success of a branch of 16 Security Control Assessor Representatives (SCARs) who assess and secure over 320 critical space mission systems. This is a key leadership position vital to the defense of our nation's assets in the space domain.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will be a motivated, self-starter with proven leadership and supervisory experience, capable of managing a branch of cybersecurity professionals responsible for Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessments. The candidate must possess the leadership acumen to serve as Acting Division Chief as required. Deep knowledge of RMF principles is required, with demonstrated expertise in overseeing large-scale Assessment & Authorization (A&A) operations.
Background: This expertise must include the ability to research and interpret complex A&A requirements and RMF controls, analyze various authorization scenarios, and provide definitive guidance on RMF policy and procedures to a team of security professionals. Experience is required in an advisory role such as an Alternate Authorizing Official Designated Representative (AODR) or lead Security Control Assessor (SCA), reporting to the USSF Operations Subordinate Boundary (OSB) Authorizing Official (AO) with authorization submissions, guidance, and reports on RMF compliance. Experience with government contract management, to include serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), is highly desirable. The ability to analyze and derive pertinent information from a variety of source inputs to devise solutions, conduct assessments of alternatives, formulate Command positions, and then successfully advocate for those positions is critical. The ability to communicate both orally and in writing clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy is also required. An advanced Degree such as a master's is highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of USSF combat weapon system platform-based IT cybersecurity needs and existing "state of the industry" practices sufficient to advise on comprehensive IT cybersecurity requirements. Knowledge of overall USSF weapons systems challenges, acquisition processes, operational activities, operational platforms and mission processes, systems and applications.
2. Knowledge of A&A requirements, sufficient to plan and conduct security authorization reviews for either previously installed or new instances of USSF enterprise enclaves and mission specific weapon systems. Make recommendations to implement new and revised security measures and counter measures based on the results of cybersecurity assessments conducted and reports submitted.
3. Knowledge of a full range of IT cybersecurity principles, A&A implementation, concepts, practices, products, services and methods for evaluating risk and vulnerabilities. Expert customer support specialist in teaching, training and supporting organizations for success in cybersecurity.
4. Knowledge of governmental and agency communication policies and procedures applicable to DOD, AF and USSF unique weapons systems. Expert knowledge of National standards in accordance with cybersecurity and RMF.
5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct complex projects, leading small groups of subject matter experts, resulting in problem resolution or risk mitigation for the USSF enterprise and/or mission specific system enclave.
Requirements
Conditions of employment- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access.
- This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
- Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
- Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment.
- Cyberspace operations experience is highly desirable.
- May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
- Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
- Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.
- May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
- PCS is authorized. This is a Centrally Managed position.
- This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
The 2210 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. There is no Group Coverage Qualification Standard for this series.
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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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:
Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Resume:You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:
- Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
- Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
- Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
- Job title
- Detailed duties and accomplishments
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor's name and phone number
- Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
- Hours per week
- Salary, if applicable
- Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses
College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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