Vice Director for Programs Job in Fort Meade, MD

Vacancy No. SES-DISA-12698076-25MF Department Defense Information Systems Agency
Salary $184,363.00 to $207,500.00 Grade 00 to 00
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/22/2025 Close Date 6/12/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Meade, MD


Summary

If you enjoy a challenging job and would like to make a difference with our national defense and security, DISA is the place for you. DISA provides secure and reliable communications and computing support that enables the President and our military forces to communicate globally through voice, video, and data transmission. DISA is a leader implementing "people programs" and offers a broad range of quality-of-life and training programs. Go to http://www.disa.mil/ for more information.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified individuals.

Duties

For the position of Vice Director for Programs responsibilities may include management of highly classified programs for the White House, Secretary of Defense, and DoD CIO, in addition to management of the 4th Estate Network Optimization (4ENO) IT reform initiative. The Vice Director for Programs Executive will work closely and coordinate with the Director, DISA, and the Director, J6, to ensure a successful and error-free execution highly classified and general commodity IT programs; and ensure their sustainment and lifecycle evolvement.

Major Duties:
Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

a. Serves as the primary executive dealing with the planning, development, modification, and/or evolution, of commodity IT programs.

b. As the single service provider of commodity IT for the 4th Estate, and single service provider for special access and highly classified commodity IT, the incumbent will receive broad guidance from the Director, J6, for establishing goals, priorities, and measures of effectiveness to ensure that IT reform activities and objectives are achieved and programs/projects are delivered on-time.

c. Works closely with the National Leadership Command Capabilities (NLCC) stakeholders internal and external to the agency to provide executive lifecycle management of enterprise capabilities in support of the President and Cabinet-level Senior leaders.

d. In collaboration with the DISA Deputy Director; Chief Technology Officer; Component Acquisition Executive; Director, J6; and the Risk Management Executive, serves as a key senior leader in identifying, evaluating, prioritizing, and supervising the development of data processing systems and enterprise, net-centric service initiatives; and deliver effective Information Technology capabilities and services to the J6 which will enable Mission Partners and warfighters to meet their functional, strategic, and operational goals.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph and maintain Special Compartmentalized security access.
  • The incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain Classified Courier orders.
  • This position is a Testing Designated Position, which requires the incumbent to submit to random testing of urine and illegal drugs or substances.
  • Per the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95-521, Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, required.
  • This is an Acquisition Workforce Key Leadership Position (KLP).
  • This position may require pre-employment and periodic counter-intelligence polygraph exams.

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your resume that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), Technical Qualifications and other qualifications, if applicable, listed below.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):

Applicants must submit written statements (narrative format ) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as 'ineligible.' Additional information on the ECQs is available at www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Please limit your written statements to 2 pages per ECQ (maximum 10 pages for all ECQs)

ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide a workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts

ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.

ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.

ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

Failure to meet any one of the technical qualifications requirements automatically disqualifies an applicant.

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately. Please limit your written statements up to 2 pages per technical qualification (maximum 6 pages for all MTQs).

MTQ 1 - Expertise in the concepts, principles, and practices across a broad spectrum of information disciplines to identify integration issues that have a direct impact on a wide range of operations performed by the agency, to include in-depth knowledge of enterprise-class service delivery, Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) processes, enterprise help desk support, enterprise architecture development and implementation.

MTQ 2 -Experience leading the development of technical, programmatic, and strategic planning that will enable programs or mission spaces to achieve integrated and secure capability solutions that extend across strategic and high-level enterprise operating levels.

MTQ 3 -Documented program management experience, skills, and/or demonstrated ability in classified programs which deliver information technology support services to high level entities for the federal government.

DoD Joint Enterprise-wide Experience: Possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

Competitive wages, flexible schedules and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages found in either government or private sector. These extraordinary benefits encompass health, pay, work/life balance, and growth & learning. To find out more, visit our benefits information page: http://www.disa.mil/careers/benefits.html.

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Current and Former Career SES members, and graduates of SES CDP programs with OPM Certified ECQ's need to only address the technical qualifications (and need not respond to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)). Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
  • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
  • The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain, at minimum, a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • This position may require pre-employment and periodic counter-intelligence polygraph exams.
  • The position is a Drug Testing Designated Position.
  • This is an Acquisition Workforce Key Leadership Position (KLP). In accordance with DoD Instruction 5000.66, Defense Acquisition Workforce Education, Training, Experience, and Career Development Program, the incumbent must possess Acquisition certification in the Program Management Functional Area at the Advanced Functional Tier and meet all other KLP requirements prior to entering this position. The incumbent must possess 10 years of acquisition experience in an acquisition workforce position, 4 of those years serving in a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Upon entry into this position the incumbent must complete and sign DD Form 2889, Critical Acquisition Position Service Agreement Key Leadership Position (KLP). The DD Form 2889 is a written agreement to remain in federal service in the position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, you do not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such an agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment. Any deviation from KLP requirements can only be waived by the Component Acquisition Executive. You must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every two years in accordance with the 4th Estate Director for Acquisition Career Management (DACM) Common Continuous Learning Cycle (unless prorated) from the time they are appointed to an Acquisition Workforce position, both while working toward and after obtaining the required certification.
  • You are required to comply with the provision of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95-521, as amended, which requires the submission of a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
  • All newly appointed career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights Obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
  • Occasional Travel Required.
  • Permanent Change of Station Costs (PCS) may be paid. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
  • Relocation allowances will be considered.
  • You may serve up to a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
  • All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.

Benefits

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Competitive wages, flexible schedules and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages found in either government or private sector. These extraordinary benefits encompass health, pay, work/life balance, and growth & learning. To find out more, visit our benefits information page: http://www.disa.mil/careers/benefits.html.

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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.

You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Your application will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and a reference check. The Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority. Unless you have already been certified by a Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by a QRB before appointment can occur.

Criminal History Inquiries- If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency @ dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.ssc-cc@mail.mil

Required Documents

1. ECQ Narratives - Written statements (no more than 2- pages per ECQ) addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s) (no more than 2 pages per TQ), and other qualifications, as applicable.
2. Résumé - You must submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy ID# 12698076
Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers.
Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).
Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary.
You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
3. Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, if currently serving under an SES appointment, this includes current agency employees.

Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e. a resume, ECQs, technical qualifications, and other qualifications, as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.

DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.

NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible, and accurate.

WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by the closing date of the announcement at 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time Zone06/12/2025, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.

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

Your resume must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, 06/12/2025

A complete application includes your written statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications as applicable, a resume, and any other documents listed below under Required Documents

Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

HR Customer Care Center
Address
DISA - FE/Endpoint Svcs /Customer Spt Directorate
6910 Cooper Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088
US

Next steps

We will conduct a qualifications evaluation of applicants who supply all requested material. Qualified applicants will be rated and ranked by an SES evaluation panel. Best qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome after approval of the selectee by the OPM Qualification Review Board (QRB). Our evaluation will be based on the information you supply. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
(317) 212-0454
dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.dfasmeritcc@mail.mil


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