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Cyber Security Specialist, SSC/Det 5 (OBN)
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US Space Systems Command
El Paso, TX (In Person)
$116,946 Salary, Full-Time
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Cyber Security Specialist, SSC/Det 5 (OBN) US Space Systems Command El Paso, TX Job Details Full-time $91,870
- $142,022 a year 8 hours ago Qualifications Confidential information handling Full Job Description Summary Do not email applications.
Description:
Are you a strategic cyber professional ready to lead the charge in cybersecurity operations? The organization is seeking a dynamic Cybersecurity Specialist to protect mission-critical infrastructure and shape the future of our cyber operations. In this role, you will be the crucial bridge between complex technical defense and strategic leadership. Translate complex technical requirements for non-technical personnel and brief senior officials on IT systems and capability enhancements. Lead innovation and continuous process improvement within the work center. If you excel at coordinating incident response, direct NDCI response protocols and spearhead vulnerability management. Collaborate with program/division cyber teams and translating complex technical challenges into actionable solutions for senior leaders, this is your opportunity to make a real-world impact. Step into a role where your expertise directly influences IT/Teleconferencing resource allocation and operational readiness. Direct and manage the daily activities of a dedicated VTC support team. You won't just respond to threats; you will drive innovation, lead secure communications programs, and forge critical partnerships across the Department of Defense, the United States Space Force (USSF) and local installations. Resolve conflicts and troubleshooting IT concerns through technical and strategic, persuasive consultation. If you are ready to tackle high-stakes technical challenges, manage vital VTC networks, and secure the systems that empower our warfighters.Ideal Candidate:
A history of managing and supporting cybersecurity programs, and network security operations within unsecure and secure enterprise environments. Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of IT assessment, planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation as well as knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, managing IT projects and resources, monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance. Ability to provide rapid troubleshooting and technical resolution in direct support of active mission requirements. DoD 8140/8570 compliance at IAT Level III or IAM Level II/III, minimum of Security plus certification. 3+ years of specialized experience in incident response, secure communications/networks operations and experience/knowledge with secure video teleconferencing communications management and operations. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship Required Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / CI security clearance. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information and/or files in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework". This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first. Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments. PCS / Relocation funding is not authorized. Subject to TDY 20 days per year. Will attain appropriate DoD approved cybersecurity baseline certification applicable for cybersecurity functions required for the position held. This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment. Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, "Confidential Financial Disclosure Report. This position is designated aNON-CRITICAL APDP
position. Qualifications 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. Additional information 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. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. 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. Benefits 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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. 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.Required Documents 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.
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It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Agency contact information US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management Email Address USSF- Space Systems Command 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US Next steps For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn . Overview Accepting applications Posted today
- Apply by 05/29/26 Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on May 29, 2026 Location El Paso County, CO No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible Yes—as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $91,870
- $142,022 per year Pay scale & grade NH 3 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less
- You may be expected to travel for this position.