Summary
The position is located within the Office of Business and Mission Services, Business Services & Security Solutions Division (AXM-400), Security Applications Support Branch (AXM-420).
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which FAA has a severe shortage of candidates.
Duties
This position will serve as an IT Specialist (Systems Administration) in the ASH Security Application Support Branch (AXM-420), and will perform multiple, varying, and complex assignment such as building, deploying, managing and supporting ASH's Kubernetes platform under minimal direction to deliver the infrastructure and tools needed to build and deploy custom-built production applications.
The incumbent will be responsible for managing the Kubernetes Container Platforms, innovating automated solutions, patching the environments, assisting with migrating applications to the container platform and engaging with stakeholders to improve processes.
The incumbent will report to the Manager of the Security Applications Support team and will plan, coordinate and implement Kubernetes solutions to meet FAA and ASH requirements for automated build, deploy, release, scan and test functions. They will be responsible for developing and participating in overall Kubernetes product strategy, roadmap, research and development strategy and work closely with the application development team members and leadership to ensure a positive customer experience. Incumbent will provide technical expertise to support staff, stakeholders and leadership as well as responsibility for maintaining existing products, product developments, upgrades and new product or services implementation as required. Provide technical oversight to contractors and internal teams in the analysis, design, testing, implementation, and migration of legacy web application(s) and non-containerized cloud application(s) into cloud applications utilizing containerization technologies. Lead continuous integration and continuous delivery (Cl/CD) pipelines for containerized applications.
Stays abreast of new containerization tools, DevSecOps practices, and emerging technologies relevant to cloud services. Evaluate container orchestration platforms and tools for compatibility with DevSecOps practices and FAA cloud services. Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating adaptability to evolving security, DevOps, and containerization requirements.
Informs the Branch Manager and Division Manager of program progress and issues related on all assigned projects and critical issues. Provide regular updates through status reports and performance metrics. Collaborate with ASH program offices, managers, and security specialists to understand their needs and deliver high-quality products and services aligned with security services supported by AXM-400.
The incumbent will apply experience and comprehensive technical knowledge of IT principles, concepts, and methods to administer, develop, deliver, and support information technology (IT) systems and services as well as an understanding of new technologies and methodologies, to solve complex problems and develop improved technical processes or systems.
Contacts are internal and external. Often represents FAA as a senior technical point of contact on projects, programs and other work activities. Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues but allow considerable discretion to develop new and innovative approaches. Draws on experience to solve unusual problems and may create new solutions and policy interpretations as the situation requires.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizenship is required.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
Qualifications
Qualifications Reference: EMP-1.7 & OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards. U.S. Office of Personnel Management Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A): https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ FV-G through K (or equivalent): 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. 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 recommendation. AND FV-J. To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I (FG/GS-13). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEFINED AS: - Experience administering and managing secure cloud-based web applications.
- Experience with the administration of container environments, managing container platforms, and developing automated build pipelines and modules to assist with automation efforts and container on-boarding support.
----------------------------------------------------------------------- You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. *Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.* Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. **All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.**
Education
Education cannot be substituted for experience.
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Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
Required Documents
Only supplemental documentation (e.g. transcript, certifications, and/or veterans' documentation) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application or faxed to 202-267-7032. These documents must be uploaded or faxed on or before the closing date of the announcement. All submitted documents must reference the announcement number. If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at the time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov). For guidance on how to create a Federal resume, visit http://www.archives.gov/careers/jobs/forms/resume-guide.pdf. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date will result in a finding of ineligible. We are not responsible for incomplete, illegible or missing documents. Please DO NOT email your application documents. We cannot accept documents received via the email system. Documents sent via email will NOT receive consideration.
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
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
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- Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
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- Salary (optional)
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Next steps
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
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