Qualifications
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 education and/or experience requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
NOTE: You must meet both the Basic Qualifications and Specialized Experience requirements stated below:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 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.
Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
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.
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.
Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS ABOVE APPLICANT MUST ALSO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.
Creditable Experience: 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 requires a mastery of one or more professional or administrative fields. The employee at this level applies experimental theories and new developments to problems that cannot be resolved with traditionally accepted methods; or makes decisions or recommendations that significantly change, interpret, or develop important policies and programs. Incumbent must have an expert level of competence and in-depth knowledge related to MPE capabilities, coalition information sharing requirements, acquisition management processes, and requirements. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government.
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. Knowledge of complex systems development lifecycles, including systems documentation, design development, configuration management, cost analysis, systems integration, and testing.
2. Expert knowledge of enterprise IT, cloud technology, architecture, network applications, principles, methods and practices to sustain and expand an enterprise.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DOD, USAF, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence coalition information sharing, cybersecurity management, and acquisition processes.
4. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of plans and programs for managing, planning, budgeting, and executing C2 and Intel operations utilizing diverse support structures and interagency cooperation on advanced concepts, principles, and practices.
5. Knowledge of the application of military operations expertise as they apply to coalition information sharing programs and enterprise capabilities. Ability to plan and organize studies or projects and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations where proposals involve substantial resources and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures.
6. Skilled in verbal communications to present sensitive information and/or recommendations on complex matters to higher authorities. Written communications skills sufficient to develop guidance, regulations, and directives dealing with complex issues.
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.