Human Capital Manager

ACES; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ACES Group LLC is seeking Human Capital Managers to support DoD CIO with onsite work at Mark Center, Alexandria VA. The role requires an Active Secret clearance and extensive federal HR experience focused on CES staffing and oversight of personnel systems.

You will provide technical HR guidance to DoD components, draft policy materials, and coordinate across WID and other offices to advance workforce initiatives. Strong communication and policy analysis are essential.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Master’s degree with 12+ years relevant experience.
• 7+ years federal HR experience, preferably with DoD.
• Experience in recruitment and staffing to support CES oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on CES recruitment and staffing policies.
• Advise CES stakeholders throughout staffing processes for diverse audiences.
• Guide CES personnel actions coding and processing in HR systems.
• Review justifications for special salary rates, incentives, and hiring authorities.
• Develop CES staffing policies and guidance documents.
• Draft DoD CES partnership guidance and policy materials.
• Support DoD CIO workforce content updates and stakeholder inquiries.
• Coordinate with WID and DoD components to align initiatives.
• Prepare briefings, white papers, and memoranda for senior leadership.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Coordination

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Who We Are

ACES Group LLC

Who You Are

ACES is seeking Human Capital Managers to support the DoD CIO. Onsite Work requires ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE on 5 Year Contract starting immediately at Mark Center, Alexandria VA. This role provides technical advice and guidance on Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel matters, supporting DoD Component leaders, HR offices, and the broader workforce. The position requires extensive federal HR experience, deep knowledge of Title 5 and Title 10 authorities, and proven expertise in recruitment and staffing to support personnel system management and CES oversight.

What You'll Do

Recruitment and Staffing:

• Provide expert advice on procedural and regulatory requirements governing CES recruitment, ensuring compliance with federal HR laws and policies.
• Assist and advise CES component stakeholders throughout the staffing process, tailoring communication to diverse audiences.
• Guide Component POCs on proper coding and processing of CES personnel actions using current automated HR systems.
• Review and validate justifications for special salary rates, recruitment and retention incentives, and other hiring authorities.

Recruitment and Staffing Policy:

• Review and contribute to the development and revision of CES staffing policies and procedures, ensuring clarity, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Draft CES supplemental guidance documents, issue papers, and policy materials to strengthen oversight and execution.
• Research and analyze the interrelationships between federal personnel systems (e.g., GS, FWS, DCIPS, Demonstration Projects) and their impact on CES.
• Provide technical HR advice and guidance on CES-related matters to DoD Component leaders, HR offices, and the general workforce.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support the revision, development, and publication of DoD Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (DCWF) content in coordination with DoD CIO and stakeholders.

• Research and draft responses to component inquiries, ensuring accuracy and alignment with CIO priorities.
• Assist in coordinating staff actions across the Workforce Innovation Directorate (WID) team.
• Support government leadership in stakeholder engagement, including drafting correspondence, responding to inquiries, and interfacing with DoD personnel across all levels.
• Collaborate with other groups and offices to ensure joint HR and workforce development initiatives align with mission objectives.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, multimedia presentations, white papers, and memoranda to inform senior leaders and support decision-making.
• Maintain accountability for assigned tasks, delivering high-quality products on time and in compliance with DoD standards.

What You Bring

• Clearance: Active Secret
• Education/Experience: Master’s degree in field related to tasking with 12 Years of relevant experience.
• Technical: 7+ years of federal HR experience (preferably with DoD), demonstrating expertise in recruitment and staffing to support personnel system management and oversight of the CES. In-depth knowledge of Title 5, Title 10, and Department of Defense personnel policies. Experience as a civilian GS/GG-0201 in Recruitment and Staffing is crucial for this role.
• Soft Skills: Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills to represent the interests and positions of DoD CIO. Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient Excel and Outlook application skills

What We Offer

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