Summary

Assistive Technology (AT) Engineers collaborate with the Reasonable Accommodations Managers to provide reasonable accommodation requests involving assistive technology and specialized equipment. AT Engineers also support Agency partners to improve access to electronic and information technology for employees with disabilities.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Duties

If you have experience in Assistive Technology (AT) hardware and software, Section 508 IT accessibility accommodations, and love to solve problems with unique solutions that help People with Disabilities (PWD), working in NSA's Office of Reasonable Accommodations and Accessibility (ORAA) may be the place for you.

Our AT Engineers tackle a wide variety of unique challenges that enable NSA's employees and applicants with disabilities to work our mission areas with full accessibility. Be part of a forward leaning team that makes technology work for all regardless of tools, devices, or systems.

As an AT Engineer you will:
- Engage with technical teams to maintain health and accountability of AT systems and equipment.
- Collaborate with disabled employees and applicants, as well as IT and Security colleagues, to implement cutting edge technology within a complex secure system.
- Work to make business and mission applications accessible for uses of all abilities.
- Collaborate with Reasonable Accommodations Managers (RAMs) to assess and help implement a variety of reasonable accommodation requests involving Assistive Technology and other specialized equipment and software.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

FULL PERFORMANCE
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. Degree must be in Computer Science, or a related STEM technical field.

Relevant experience must be in the design and engineering of assistive technology. Some experience may be in an area of employment of people with disabilities (e.g., group home and school system).

SENIOR
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 3 years of relevant experience. Degree must be in Computer Science, or a related STEM technical field.

Relevant experience must be in the design and engineering of assistive technology and in an area of employment of people with disabilities (e.g., group home and school system).

Education

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

Degree must be in Computer Science, or a related STEM technical field.

Additional information

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.

Salary Range: $104,219 - $190,848 (Full Performance, Senior)
Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.

Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.

Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving
- Ability to work in teams
- Clear writing for justifications and business cases

Required Documents

The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1248560

Agency contact information

NSA POC

Phone: 1-844-424-4737
Email: intelcareers@nsa.gov
Address: NSA External Hiring
9800 Savage Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755
US

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