SUPERVISORY- GENERAL ENGINEER / COMPUTER SCIENTIST / IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY Job in Dahlgren, VA

Vacancy No. JWAC-12663318-JWK-FLYER Department Air Force Elements, U.S. Strategic Command
Salary $138,153.00 to $156,180.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/8/2025 Close Date 1/29/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Dahlgren, VA


Summary

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is currently seeking multiple candidates for Division Chiefs of the Analytic and Data Platforms (DR-0801/1550/2210-03) for the Joint Warfare Analysis Center in Dahlgren, VA.

Duties

DR-0801/1550/2210-03

  • First Level Supervisor: Serve as first level supervisor and technical authority, effectively navigating multiple organizational levels to influence strategic direction. Ensure mission success and budget adherence while managing personnel efficiently. Mentor team members on integrating new capabilities into ongoing projects.
  • Development, Security and Operations (DevSecOps): Oversee the implementation of DevSecOps for divisional services and systems. Provide technical leadership to identify, prioritize, and coordinate requirements for developing new methods and tools that enhance scientific and engineering capabilities.
  • Cybersecurity: Serve as an Information System Owner, ensuring the following: (1) Development and maintenance of security artifacts to support Interim Authority to Operate (IATO) and Authority to Operate (ATO); (2) Identification and mitigation of associated risks; (3) Definition and implementation of security controls; (4) Regular review of appropriate security strategies; and (5) Vetting of information security artifacts.
  • Project Management: Lead and guide the technical, management, and administrative aspects of IT initiatives and projects developed by JWAC, other government agencies, and JWAC contractors. Oversee execution of work that starts with the multi-year IT strategic technology roadmap and ends with quarterly operational goals. Ensure project objectives are met, manage risks, resolve technical conflicts, and participate in technical groups or committees.
  • Customer Service: Ensure positive customer experiences for incident requests and analyst driven advancement initiatives you'll be expected to shepherd. Engage with key customers to assess satisfaction, clarify organizational policies and procedures, and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Communication: Represent JWAC by developing and maintaining effective collaborative relationships with higher headquarters and external organizations. Communicate the impact and importance of division initiatives and prepare and present status reports and recommendations to key stakeholders. Attend meetings, conferences, and training sessions to remain informed on organizational issues.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Telework may be authorized as determined by the agency policy
  • Incumbent must have or be capable of obtaining and retaining a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing program. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use
  • Supervisory requirements may be required depending upon the position being filled
  • Position is subject to polygraph testing
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
  • New employees to the Department of the Air Force will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • May be subject to 3-year probationary period pursuant to JWAC FRN, 85 Fed. Reg. 29419 (May 15, 2020)
  • Confidential Financial Disclosure (OGE 450)
  • Must achieve the appropriate DOD 8140 Cyber Workforce requirement within six months of assignment of these duties

Qualifications

Only applicants who meet the area of consideration are eligible to apply for this job. In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the basic education and/or specialized experience requirements.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the DO-II/GS-13 grade level. Example: Specialized Experience is defined as work in the private or public sector performing duties in or related to the work of the position being filled.

Examples of specialized experience include leadership experience, experience developing/executing advancement requirements utilizing the DevSecOps Framework, experience with security operations, project management experience, customer service, and technical ability and knowledge across a variety of information technology or analytic capabilities. Ability to formulate objectives and priorities, assess risk, and execute plans is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This opportunity encompasses one of three divisions:
  • Platform Engineering (JP1): Network and Compute Services, Storage and Virtual Infrastructure Services, Communications, Research Lab Support, and IT Hardware Planning and Acquisition
  • Application Integration and Services (JP7): Production Environment Services, Enterprise and App Services, Server Services, EndPoint & Deployment Services, Deployment of SW and Patches, and Analytical Application Services (System Integration)
  • Mission Services (JP8): Directory and Account Services, Workstations Builds, Service Desk Support, Assets and License Management, GPC AO and Purchasing, Audio Visual Services, and ComSec
The knowledge skills and abilities required for these positions are as follows:
  • Knowledge of Information Technology: In-depth understanding of information technology and cybersecurity required. Additional knowledge in operations research and engineering preferred for coordination with analytic disciplines.
  • Skills in Leadership and Motivation: Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and guide team members toward achieving goals. Demonstrated experience in coaching, mentoring, and challenging subordinates while adapting leadership styles to diverse situations. Commitment to modeling high standards of honesty, integrity, trust, openness, and respect in daily interactions.
  • Ability to Implement DevSecOps Framework: Practical experience implementing the DevSecOps framework to enhance information technology systems and promote operational efficiency.
  • Knowledge of Regulatory Requirements: Strong ability to research, evaluate, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures across various scenarios, providing timely and cost-effective solutions.
  • Sills in Program Management: Expertise in leading and coordinating program management responsibilities. Proficient in workforce planning and resource allocation to optimize the use of constrained resources.
  • Ability to Manage Contracts and Budgets: Familiarity with contract management and collaboration with contractors. Experience in financial planning and budget execution is advantageous but not mandatory.
  • Ability to Provide Customer Service: Desired experience in delivering effective customer service within the realm of information technology services, ensuring client satisfaction and responsiveness.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series

Education
General Engineer, 0801:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

Computer Science, 1550:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/

Information Technology Management (PLCYPLN), 2210:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume, but it is acceptable to provide elsewhere in your application package: employer's name, starting and end dates (Month/Year), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience.

Required Documents

Interested applicants are required to submit (1) a resume not to exceed 4 pages, (2) transcripts, (3) an optional written response, not to exceed 2 pages, addressing how you meet the qualifications and competencies required and why you wish to be considered for the position (4) SF50 (current or former federal employees), and (5) DD214 (if applicable).

NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FOR INITIAL APPLICATION, HOWEVER, IF SELECTED YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS.

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

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Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Agency contact information

JWAC Group Box
Address
Joint Warfare Analysis Center - JWAC
4048 Higley Road
Dahlgren, VA 22448
US
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