This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity, Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for the organization's enterprise Information Technology goals and objectives, metrics methods and concepts used in developing policies and plans, capital planning process and in evaluating the accomplishing Information Technology goals and objectives.

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021. As a IT SPECIALIST (POLICY AND PLANNING) at the GS-2210-12 some of your typical work assignments may include: - Responsible for the organization's enterprise Information Technology goals and objectives, metrics methods and concepts used in developing policies and plans, capital planning process. - Provides advice and guidance on a wide variety of complex Information Technology security issues. Conduct analyses and recommend resolutions on new or enhanced approaches to delivering Information technology services. - Interprets IT policies, standards, and guideline requirements for acquisition management policies and procedures, cost-benefit analyses to ensure the work efforts achieve the outcome specified within the agency's business strategy, including appropriate strategic, life cycle management and capital IT investment plans. - Assist in project selection, prioritization, evaluation and monitoring, cost schedule management, risk management, quality management and resource allocations. - Supports of a wide set of products and services within DMDC's portfolio of capabilities to include product planning of product lifecycle. - Assist in defining the product vision, and working closely with other internal and external stakeholders in defining the product strategy and roadmap. - Supports with the development, acquisition, testing, product improvement and fielding of assigned Information Technology systems in determining business objectives impact on customers internal and external constraints. - Responsible for assisting in preparing and briefing oral and written communications to varied audiences within the organization. - Provides problem solving, prioritization, and reasoning skills when faced with technical and functional, as well as organizational challenges

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• Must obtain and maintain Non-Critical Sensitive Security Clearance
• Information assurance (IA) Certification: Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-12 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: 1. Serving as a project manager over IT software development processes. 2. Develops Product strategy and road map, plans, evaluates the accomplishments, goals and objectives, for Software Quality Assurance. 3. Assist in project selection, prioritization, evaluation and monitoring, cost schedule management, risk management, quality management and resource allocations. 4. Oversees IT Software product Life Cycle in and environment DEVSECOPS (Development Security Operations)and or Agile Software Development practices are used. 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). 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Human Resources Activity 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350-110 US
• Name: DHRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 6146920201
• Email: [email protected]