INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (ENTARCH)

US National Air and Space Intelligence Center; The Prairies at Wright Field (OH); In loco; USD 95.000 - 145.000; Tempo pieno

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US National Air and Space Intelligence Center at Wright-Patterson AFB seeks a Principal Technical Advisor to guide teams designing, developing, and maintaining reliable computer platforms for NASIC and DoD IC use in secure environments. This GG-14 Senior role requires leadership across IT systems, security, and collaboration with senior stakeholders.

Salary ranges include local market supplements; the position is designated DCIPS GG-14/Senior equivalent with eligibility for SCI access and DoD

Competenze

• Experience building, deploying, and maintaining computer platforms in agile and secure environments.
• Knowledge of NASIC, the IC, and the DoD environment.

Mansioni

• Lead teams to design, develop, and maintain secure computer platforms.
• Provide Principal Technical Advisor guidance across IT programs and projects.
• Present COAs and recommendations to senior leadership for decision making.
• Ensure compliance with information assurance and cybersecurity requirements.

Conoscenze

IT management

System analysis

Security methods

Communication

Problem solving

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Principal Technical Advisor overseeing and directing team's efforts to design, develop and maintain reliable computer platforms to allow NASIC and DoD Intelligence Community agencies to utilize software in a secure environment.

**Salary ranges include local market supplements.** This is a GG-14 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-14 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-14 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, for the GS-2210, Information Technology (IT) Management Series (Alternative A).

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Experience: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate.

For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include:

Your resume must reflect quality level experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Quality experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of creditable experience include knowledge of a full range of IT principles, concepts, practices, products, and services to include extensive knowledge of building, deploying, and maintaining computer platforms to run software applications in an agile and secure manner. Knowledge of the organizational structure and environment of NASIC, the Intelligence Community, and the DoD. Knowledge of a wide range of IT principles and system analysis concepts and techniques, new and emerging information technologies, security methods and principles, and customers' business processes operations to anticipate and refine functional requirements. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Comprehensive knowledge of the organizational structure and environment of NASIC, the Intelligence Community, and the DoD.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of IT principles and system analysis concepts and techniques, new and emerging information technologies, security methods and principles, and customers' business processes operations to anticipate and refine functional requirements.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of IT operations and activities with expert knowledge of building, deploying and maintaining computer platforms.
4. Comprehensive knowledge, insight and understanding of NASIC business intelligence production concepts and processes that are need for making sound decisions in the context of the organizational authorities and responsibilities; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
5. Skill in applying the principle, concepts, and practices of analysis sufficient to perform difficult assignments.
6. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy; working out solutions to problems or questions related to the work; and delivering written and/or verbal presentations for decision-making purposes; lead teams to identify problems, develop and present COAs to senior leadership to resolve issues and implement the necessary modifications.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT'D

1. POSITION DESIGNATION: Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
2. DRUG TESTING: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
3. CYBER CERTIFICATIONS: Cybersecurity Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes Cybersecurity work as a paramount duty requirement. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six-month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.