Information Technology Specialist (Web Developer) Direct Hire

U.S. International Trade Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. International Trade Commission seeks qualified IT professionals for the Information Technology Series 2210. You will contribute to secure software development, CMS-based web solutions, and content management in a Linux environment.

Applicants should have advanced degrees and relevant experience in web technologies, analytics, and governance. The role emphasizes reliability, accessibility, and data-driven improvements to public-facing platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience applying secure software development and testing practices across the SDLC in Agile environments.
• Experience building and maintaining public-facing websites using a Drupal CMS on Linux systems.
• Updating, maintaining, and publishing website content while meeting SLAs per governance processes.
• Using web analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to measure usage and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Apply secure SDLC and Agile practices across web applications.
• Design, implement, and maintain public-facing websites using Drupal CMS on Linux.
• Manage content governance, updates, and publishing to meet SLAs.
• Analyze site metrics to improve performance and user experience.

Skills

Secure SDLC practices

CMS & Drupal administration

Web analytics

Agile development

Education

Master's degree or higher

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

Tools

Drupal CMS

Linux

CMS administration

Job description

The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERIES 2210 Individual Occupational Requirements

To qualify, applicants must demonstrate proficiency at or above the minimum level established for each required competency applicable to the grade level, in addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements.

Specialized Experience

To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience obtained in the private or public sector that is equivalent to the GS-07 level.

1. Applying secure software development and testing practices throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in accordance with Agile software development methodologies to ensure the delivery of secure, reliable, and high-quality web applications.
2. Demonstrated experience with all phases of the SDLC, including the design, development, testing, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of public-facing websites utilizing a Content Management System (CMS) within a Linux-based operating system environment.
3. Following established policies, procedures, and governance processes to update, maintain, and publish website content while meeting established service level agreements (SLAs) for timeliness, accuracy, and quality of deliverables.
4. Using web analytics and monitoring tools, such as Google Analytics, to collect, analyze, and interpret website usage, performance, and user engagement metrics to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement of website functionality and user experience. or Possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related

To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience obtained in the private or public sector that is equivalent to the GS-09 level.

1. Designing, implementing, and maintaining public-facing websites using the Drupal Content Management System (CMS), including performing system administration functions for Drupal and integrated third-party technologies.
2. Ability to design user-centered website front-end interfaces in accordance with industry best practices for usability and user experience while ensuring compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and applicable accessibility standards.
3. Supporting the integration, administration, and optimization of web technologies, including Drupal and third-party software, to enhance website performance, manage user access, and maintain secure operations through the timely application of software updates and remediation of security vulnerabilities.

or Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.