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IT/Cyber COR/QA Program Manager, 13 SW
Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force Forces
United States Space Force / Combat Forces Command / 13 Space Warning Squadron
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Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
Learn more about this agency
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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 07/27/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 27, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Anderson, AK
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $101,206 - $156,455 per year Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Promotion potential None
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.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
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Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number SF-FY26-6F-NH-2210-3-SPLASH Control number 877290400
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The United States Space Force (USSF) at Clear Space Force Station, Alaska is searching for a IT/Cyber COR/QA Program Manager to support 13 SWS (OBN) (NH-2210-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).
Description:
Manages the Information Technology (IT)/Cyber Communications (Comm) Quality Assurance (QA) Program and performs QA evaluation and documentation of contractor performance. Conducts inspections in Communications Operations, Computer Operations, Radar Maintenance, Computer Maintenance, Site Maintenance Management, LAN/WAN, Site Security Systems, Administrative Telephone Systems, and other assigned areas. Determines contractor compliance with technical directives, quality, safety, timeliness, Air Force Instructions, and other contract requirements. Develops the inspection schedule for contractor-supplied services and maintains/updates Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), contract modifications, inspection logs, and activity records.
Assesses policy needs and develops, approves, and interprets policy and procedures governing Information Technology (IT) and cybersecurity activities. Serves as the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), establishing, maintaining, and enforcing the organizations cybersecurity program in accordance with the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), DoDI 8500.01, DoDI 8510.01, and applicable Air Force/Space Force cybersecurity guidance. Interprets DoD, AF, and higher headquarters guidance and applies it locally, coordinating across organizations to develop, revise, and modify policies and assessing impacts on business requirements.
Manages the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process, prepares and maintains system security authorization packages, and supports Authorizing Official (AO) decisions to achieve and sustain Authorizations to Operate (ATO)
Provides technical expertise in the acquisition and installation of large, complex operating system environments, including personal computers, LAN servers, components, and associated software. Independently oversees testing, migration, and cutover with minimal disruption and provides post-implementation support. Ensures appropriate configuration and sufficient system resources for new applications. Establishes project plans, priorities, and implementation schedules to ensure continuity of operations. Evaluates operating system design requirements and consults with developers on impacts to end-user applications. Oversees hardware/software setup and configuration per the technical design plan, coordinating installation and sustainment with IT, telecommunications specialists, and the database manager.
Serves as the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) for the installation Comm/Cyber contract, performing contract administration duties designated in the COs Letter of Designation. Prepares Corrective Action Reports (CARs), documents deficiencies, analyzes contractor responses for root cause and corrective actions, and performs follow-up to resolution. Reviews technical specifications, requirements, and procurement request documents; leads technical proposal reviews; and determines adequacy of vendor capability.
Serves as liaison between the Commander, Contracting Officer, contractor, Director of Mission Assurance, and other Air Force/Space Force personnel.
Coordinates with the SCIF Manager, SSO, security personnel, and Authorizing Official chain on personnel access, SCI indoctrination, cybersecurity risk, and security incidents, violations, or deviations affecting information systems and the SCIF. Participates in meetings to resolve problems, discuss procedures, and review contractor performance. Notifies the Senior Quality Assurance Evaluator, supervisor, and Contract Quality Program Manager of deficiencies, prepares file documentation, and recommends changes to surveillance methods as warranted.
Ideal Candidate:
Purpose: The purpose of this position is to support the Communications and Cyber Quality Assurance (QA) program by providing the unit commander, director, and senior leadership with a comprehensive assessment of the units ability to perform key logistics processes. This is accomplished by ensuring standardized, repeatable, and technically compliant process execution, while promoting a culture of professional excellence and personal responsibility. The primary focus is on personnel proficiency and adherence to established policies and procedures.
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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.
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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.
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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 OPMs 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.
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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.
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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
Employers name and address
Supervisors 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.
How to Apply
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Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants 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 HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces
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.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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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
Employers name and address
Supervisors 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.
How to Apply
Help
Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants 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.
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Agency contact information
US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces
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.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
United States Space Force Forces
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.
To learn more about the United States Space Force Mission click here
Agency contact information
US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US
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Summary
Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 07/27/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 27, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Anderson, AK
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $101,206 - $156,455 per year Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Promotion potential None
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.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number SF-FY26-6F-NH-2210-3-SPLASH Control number 877290400
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