IT Strategic Planner

The Strategic Planner will assist the Air Force Research Laboratory, Aerospace Systems Directorate, Site Support Division (RQI) and Information Technology Branch (AFRL/RQIC) with the architecture of the Information Technology framework and development of procedures and processes to facilitate the following:

Strategic planner for continual development and functional support for the IT Branch.
• Develops/consults on lifecycle management of computer network assets, network operations, cybersecurity and engineering.
• Develops/consults on development and testing of new IT infrastructure and IT-related requirements for both government and commercial ventures involving Gateway to Test.
• Develops/consults on the IT Operation framework of the facility/area portfolio and readiness status.
• Develops/consults on plans and sustainment of scheduling and coordinating RQIC resources with maintenance and planning of facilities and infrastructure, test schedules and training.

Other activities will include assisting AFRL RQ-West (at Edwards AFB, CA) in the strategic planning and continual development and execution of the site support division procedures and practices. Performance may exceed a standard 40-hour week in the event of an exercise, contingency or other emergency with no notice.

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This position will be located at Edwards AFB, CA.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

• 15-years' experience in conducting feasibility studies and analyses of alternative IT solutions and translating the requirements into technical specifications in an RDTE or similar environment.
• 10-years' experience providing advice and guidance on implementing IT security policies and procedures in the development and operation of network systems.
• Certification in CompTIA Security+, or equivalent.
• Certification in Program Management Professional (PMP).
• Excellent problem solving, time management, communication and organizational skills.
• Mandatory: Bachelor's degree in an IT related field.
• Desired: Master's Degree in an IT related field.

Must be a U.S. Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance