Supervisory IT Specialist Job in Elberton, GA

Vacancy No. 25-SE-00053-12584442-DE Department Department of Energy - Agency Wide
Salary $129,134.00 to $167,876.00 Grade 14 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/22/2024 Close Date 11/1/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Elberton, GA


Summary

As a Supervisory IT Specialist, you will serve as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for SEPA, and as the principal advisor to senior leadership on the application of IT to improve business processes through implementation of Enterprise Architecture and IT planning procedures and the protection of SEPA's mission critical and essential IT systems through strengthened cyber security management and technical controls.

**This is not a remote position.**

Duties

As a Supervisory IT Specialist, you will:

  • Develop strategic, tactical, and capital information technology plans and processes and budgets to support SEPA's mission; collaborate and provide oversight for SEPA-wide information technology (IT) activities within SEPA's Headquarters Office; SEPA's 24x7 Operations Center; and the Southeastern Continuation of Operations (COOP) Site; define and implement policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure efficient and cost-effective information resources planning, acquisition and cyber/computer security in support of SEPA's mission.
  • Serve as the principle advisor for SEPA's Information Technology Management Program, Privacy and Personnel Identifiable Information Strategy, Federal Information Systems Modernization Act (FISMA) and Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) Capital Investment Planning. Responsible for managing and leading SEPA's Physical and Cyber Security Programs. Ensure collaboration and shared planning among IT program elements associated with SEPA's Interconnected Electric Power System Balancing Authority in strict adherence to the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Compliance Program.
  • Be responsible for managing and leading SEPA' s Cyber Security Program including: developing plans and measures that address cyber security threats and risks; in cooperation with systems managers, developing cyber security policies and guidance; monitoring the effectiveness of cyber security through self-assessments and reviews; overseeing agency cyber security risk assessments; and ensuring the Cyber Security Architecture and Cyber Security Program Plans are in place and kept up-to-date.
  • Ensure activities are carried out consistent with the laws and regulations that govern and guide them such as executive orders, cyber security directives and national policies governing IT (i.e., the Clinger-Cohen Act, the Information Technology Management Reform Act of 1996, the Government Information Security Reform Act of 2001, the Federal Information Systems Management Act of 2014).
  • Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust short and long - term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work; assign work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees; evaluate work performance of subordinates; give advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters; interview candidates for positions, recommend
    appointment, promotion or reassignment to such positions; and develop performance standards for subordinates.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • This position is designated as Emergency Essential.
  • The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Q level clearance which includes the ability to successfully pass an initial drug test and continuing random drug testing.
  • Overtime may be required on short notice to include nights, holidays and weekends in support of related mission requirements.
  • On-call (Emergency only) - The duties of this position may require the incumbent to be placed in a 24/7 on-call status during emergency situations.
  • The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain the required DOE/SEPA certification to serve as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Incumbent is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450), upon entering the position and annually.
  • This position requires the ability to operate a Government vehicle. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain Defensive Drivers certification and have a valid state driver's license. Defensive Driver's Training will be completed upon employment.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENT:

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.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [GS-13] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:

  1. Leading a team of IT professionals and/or Electronics Engineers to maintain an electric utility supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)/Energy Management System (EMS).
  2. Leading a team in the implementation of information technology and compliance in support of an electric utility 24X7 Control Center environment.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

For this position, education cannot be substituted for experience.

Additional information

The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
  • For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov
  • If selected, you may be required to complete a one-year supervisory probation period.
  • Upon reporting, and annually thereafter, the selectee may be required to file one or more financial statements and/or a procurement integrity certification. These certifications may be subject to public disclosure.
  • The selectee for this position may be eligible to receive a recruitment or relocation incentive. You will need to sign an employment agreement to be eligible for this incentive.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized.
  • This position may be eligible for creditable service towards annual leave. Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. DOE may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

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.

Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your responses to the self-assessment questions (True/False, Yes/ No, Multiple Choice questions) will be evaluated and you will be placed into one of three pre-defined quality categories under Category Rating procedures. These categories are "Best Qualified", "Well Qualified", and "Qualified. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

  • Configuration Management
  • Human Capital Management
  • Information Technology Program Management
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Thinking


Application of Veterans' Preference: If you are a preference eligible candidate, you will be listed at the top of whichever quality category your rating places you in. CP/CPS veterans are placed at the top of the highest category for all positions except professional and scientific positions at GS-9 and higher.

Career Transition Assistance Programs: To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet the eligibility criteria; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as scoring in the Well Qualified category (or higher).

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (11/01/2024) of this announcement.

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12584442

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:

  • Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
  • Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
  • Veterans' Preference documentation,if applicable, DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter. For more information visit the USAJOBS Help Center & OPM CHCOC website for VOW information.
  • Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.

Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

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

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration.

The application process is as follows:

  1. You must have a login.gov account to sign into USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/.
  2. To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
  3. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
  4. You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.
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Agency contact information

PMA Careers
Address
Southeastern Power Administration
1166 Athens Tech Road
Elberton, GA 30635
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