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Lead Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Security Specialist
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
- Department: Department of Homeland Security
- Location: Arlington, Virginia
- Salary: $121785 – $158322/yr
- Hiring Path: Fed Transition
- Number of Openings: 1
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
- Date Posted: 2026-08-27
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-04
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Job Summary
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is the Nation's risk advisor, working with partners to defend against today's threats and collaborating with industry to build a more secure and resilient infrastructure for the future. The official title of this position is Security Specialist, GS-0080-13.
Key Responsibilities
This position is located in the Infrastructure Security Division which focuses on protecting critical infrastructure from all hazards by managing risk and enhancing resilience through collaboration with the critical infrastructure community, which includes private sector owners, operators, and employees; State, local, tribal, and territorial officials; and other Federal agencies.
Typical work assignments include, but are not limited to: Leading unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)/ counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) subject matter expert (SME) efforts to advance CISA's BeAirAwareTM program by setting content priorities, producing integrated threat and legal/regulatory analysis, and advising leadership on program decisions.
Serving as a principal advisor to internal and external stakeholders on UAS risk, vulnerabilities, airspace restrictions, detection technology considerations, and applicable legal/regulatory constraints. Building and managing strategic partnerships and representing CISA in interagency and external forums. Leading development and delivery of UAS security briefings and training programs.
Developing, implementing, and overseeing processes for coordinating flight restrictions for large public gathering events and critical infrastructure. Independently developing memos, briefing materials, and talking points for internal stakeholders and CISA leadership.
Requirements & Education
No Educational Substitution: There is no substitution of education for experience at this grade level. You must meet the qualifications listed in the "Requirements" section of this announcement.
Contact
allison.brooks@cisa.dhs.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Department of Homeland Security.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-04.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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