IT Specialist (INET)

DLA Careers; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 93,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Careers is seeking an IT Specialist (INET) in Columbus, OH for web architectures and database-driven applications supporting DoD logistics. You will craft and maintain Java, ASP.NET, and C# solutions, integrate Oracle/Transact SQL data flows, and ensure secure, accessible online services.

Responsibilities include translating user needs into technical specs, debugging code, and conducting QA to meet production standards while adhering to Section 508 and DoD requirements.

Qualifications

• Designing, developing, and modifying web-based applications using Java, ASP.NET, or C#, with database querying using Oracle or Transact SQL.
• Translating end-user requirements into technical specifications and prototypes, plus code debugging and quality testing.

Responsibilities

• Designs and oversees Web architectures, database configurations, and systems applications to support secure, online DoD logistics dissemination.
• Implements database communications utilizing Oracle and Transact SQL to enable efficient data retrieval and display.
• Analyzes data requirements, input/output processing, and system architectures to meet complex customer specs.
• Writes technical specifications to guide coding and ensure integration of hardware and software components.
• Conducts quality assurance assessments to ensure compliance with DoD, DLA, and internet oversight standards.

Skills

Java

ASP.NET

C#

Oracle

Transact SQL

Web architectures

Requirements analysis

QA testing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle

Transact SQL

Job description

Summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

Location & Salary

Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows:

• Battle Creek, MI: $89,508 - $ 116,362
• Columbus, OH: $93,400 - $121,422
• Dayton, OH: $92,841- $120,696
• Fort Belvoir, VA: $102,415- $133,142
• New Cumberland, PA: $102,415- $133,142
• Ogden, UT: $89,508 - $ 116,362
• Philadelphia, PA: $98,630- $128,221
• Richmond, VA: $93,499- $121,551

Duties

• Designs and oversees Web architectures, database configurations, and systems applications to support secure, online DoD logistics dissemination.
• Implements database communications utilizing Oracle and Transact SQL while establishing efficient data retrieval and display in an online environment.
• Analyzes and defines data requirements, input/output processing, and system architectures to fulfill complex customer specifications.
• Designs, develops, and modifies application software using Java, ASP.NET, and C#, translating user requirements into functioning prototypes.
• Reviews, tests, debugs, and maintains computer software code to resolve issues, optimize efficiency, and meet production schedules.
• Writes technical specifications to assist developers with coding, assuring software functionality integrates hardware and software components.
• Conducts quality assurance assessments and reviews to ensure all agency websites comply with DoD, DLA, and Internet oversight standards.
• Establishes tracking systems to monitor project milestones, critical paths, and resource utilization for major program enhancements.
• Adheres to Section 508 web design requirements ensuring web applications conform to Americans with Disabilities Act standards.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Bargaining Unit Status: No
• Selectees are required to have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for more information.
• This position and any future selections from this announcement may be used to fill future vacancies for various shifts located anywhere within DLA Information Operations, J-6.

Qualifications

To qualify for a IT Specialist (INET), your resume and supporting documentation must support:

• B. Education: Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized experience.
• Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
• Designing, developing, and modifying web-based applications using programming languages such as Java, ASP.NET, or C#, alongside database querying using Oracle or Transact SQL.
• Translating end-user requirements into technical specifications and application prototypes, conducting code debugging and quality testing.

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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

As required by 5 C.F.R.

• 302.106, DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. 1194).

For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf

Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF

Information for Veterans is available at: https://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement.

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug testing.

Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six-month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.

The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, phencyclidine, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), and opioids.

ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is illegal

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