SUPV IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/SYSANALYSIS) Job in Fort Belvoir, VA

Vacancy No. DAFN256233867043HLF Department United States Army Futures Command
Salary $142,488.00 to $195,200.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/5/2025 Close Date 2/14/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Belvoir, VA


Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

Duties

  • Responsible for planning, developing, maintaining and implementing data processing systems that enable critically needed intra and inter laboratory information exchange and other advanced capabilitie
  • Efforts integrate laboratories to enable efficient research, development, testing and engineering activities at Fort Belvoir.
  • Supervise personnel that enable all facets and functions of data processing/information exchange infrastructure support.
  • Participate in and monitors testing and development environment activities within and outside of laboratories.
  • Supervise personnel engaged in the development, integration, testing, support, and maintenance of programs related to information management and technology.
  • Supervise programs in support of sensors, power, electro optic infrared, networking, cyber/electronic warfare, positioning, navigation timing research, development and engineering efforts.
  • Support creation of technology architectures applying understanding of data processing/information exchange and the sensors, power, electro-optic and infrared.
  • Support creation of networking, cyber and electronic warfare, positioning, navigation, timing research, development and engineering mission of the C5ISR Center.
  • Develop critical network/system accreditation documentation necessary to support inclusion of novel technologies on C5ISR networks.
  • As a supervisor, provides leadership, oversight, engineering and programmatic support to his/her subordinates and the C5ISR RTI as a whole.
  • Coordinate with mission partners, internal and external customers and vendors to architect test environments that meet requirements and provide sufficient capability.
  • Conduct programmatic analysis of assigned projects and takes proactive measures to keep projects within cost, schedule and performance targets.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
  • Position requires travel on short notice (i.e., less than 24 hours' notice).
  • This position requires submission of Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually thereafter.
  • This position is designated as Mission Essential. Employee can be required to remain on duty or report for duty during contingency operations or other emergency situations.
  • This position is subject to a salary control point at a base pay of not less than the salary associated with GS-14 step 10 on the OPM base pay table.
  • Position is designated Special-Sensitive (4) Top Secret (TS) security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Access (SCI) or the incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance/access.
  • This is a testing designated position. Personnel are required to sign DA Form 5019-R (Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified as critical under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program).
  • Supervisor probationary period for newly (promoted/selected) supervisors is two years. Existing Federal employees who are competitively selected or reassigned to a supervisory position will be required to complete a supervisory probationary period.
  • Position may be subject to an extended three year probationary period for the Engineers and Scientists Occupational Family unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

Qualifications

This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority (DHA) Mission Support Positions (STRLs) authorized by 85 FR 78829 dtd 12/07/2020.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade or band is required. It is defined as one year of specialized experience equivalent to the DE-03 pay band (GS-12 level) in the Federal Service which includes experience in one or more of the following areas:

1)Analyzing, designing, developing, and maintaining unclassified and classified state-of-the art information technology resources; 2) Addressing the unique demands for information technology resources that exist in a research, development, testing and engineering environment; 3)Leading a diverse, geographically separated workforce consisting of technical and administrative personnel; 4)Planning and directing work to be accomplished by technical and administrative subordinates while setting and adjusting priorities and preparing schedules for completion of work; 5)Experience communicating at all echelons of the organization effectively and frequently, conveying information into actionable efforts as it relates to complex defense and military related technologies in the areas of command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaisance.

The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined:
(1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: completing thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations; occasionally reviewing work completed by others.
(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. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: resolving routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints; developing and maintaining strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers; conducting evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommending procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation.
(3) 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. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: convincingly conveying complex information to customers; presenting thoughts that are well-organized and demonstrating confidence in the facts and ideas; adjusting style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; using various methods to explain and convey information.
(4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: solving complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives; identifying possible conflicts and shared benefits; helping team anticipate problems and identifying and evaluating potential sources of information; providing feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems; engaging appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs; evaluating the effectiveness of decisions and adjusting future decisions as appropriate.

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications.

Additional information

  • This announcement uses the (DHA) Mission Support Positions (STRLs)direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Three year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • This position requires you to a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) 34 Information Technology Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Preferred experience:
    Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or any other related field. Strong preference for candidates who possess industry-recognized certifications. Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Federal IT Security Professional Certification (FITSP), ITIL(Information Technology Infrastructure Library) Certification, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or similar qualifications demonstrating expertise in service delivery, information security, process improvement and IT lifecycle service management are highly valued. An equivalent of the same in practical experience is also acceptable for the position. In lieu of a degree, the qualified candidate for this position must have a minimum of 10 years in working experience in a senior IT position within a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment.

Benefits

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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.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

Required Documents

Your complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

  • Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
  • For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:
  • Cover Letter, optional
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm 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

Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to:
matthew.j.smick.civ@army.mil

Subject Line: "RTI IT Infrastructure Branch Chief".

To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Alternate applications (e.g., facsimile applications) will not be accepted.

The complete application package must be submitted to the email address provided above by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/14/2025 to receive consideration.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Address
FN-W4G828 US ARMY COMBAT CAPABILITIES DEV CMD
DO NOT MAIL
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005
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Next steps

Eligible applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Acknowledgement and Notice of Results letters will be sent by the hiring office.

The evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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