Job Overview

This announcement will be accepting applications until 12 March 2025

Are you interested and experienced in protecting critical Science and Technology (S&T) elements? The Air Force Research Lab is looking to hire a full-time S&T Protection Functional to ensure those critical technology elements are protected. The incumbent will serve as the AFRL and Department of the Air Force (DAF) subject matter expert (SME) for S&T protection, leading and collaborating with directorates and geographically-separated units in planning and organizing the activities of the AFRL enterprise S&T Protection and Risk Identification and Security Countermeasures (RISC) programs.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

• Planning & integrating multiple security disciplines (information, industrial, personnel, OPSEC, CUI, STINFO & physical security) in support of AF S&T mission.
• Applying risk management principles & methods to ensure critical technology elements (CTE) are protected.
• Assisting directorates with up front risk assessments, identifying CTE, executing RISC, documenting decisions, selecting countermeasures, & establishing S&T protection plans.
• Developing innovative options for designing & adapting customer focused information protection responsibilities/requirements while offering flexibility in responding to continuously changing requirements.
• Interpreting HHQ policy and providing oversight for the S&T Protection workforce within AFRL.
• Regularly meeting with team members in AFRL, within DAF, and across the DoD to drive the future of S&T Protection across the Department.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
• Drug testing is required
• The incumbent will be required to file annual financial disclosures (OGE 450) to ensure there are no conflicts of interest in the performance of these duties
• One (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (DO-02/GS-13 or equivalent)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with S&T Protection
• Experience with Program Protection
• Experience developing policy
• Experience leading and working with cross-functional teams

Requisition # 98491

Series

0080

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.