The NASA Science Mission Directorate (SMD) seeks a qualified individual to serve as a senior Information Technology (IT) Specialist. As part of the SMD Administration Branch Digital Services Team, the individual will collaborate and work with senior executives and management, other mission directorates, and SMD's partners (OCIO, other federal agencies, etc.), to build the Artemis Generation's IT infrastructure to advance the Nation in the discovery and exploration of space and Earth science.

Duties

Serve as strategic advisor to executive and senior management on information technology (IT) operations and requirements, to include formulating and executing tactical approaches for complex IT projects. Plan, manage, and integrate mission requirements for IT infrastructure, network operations, systems engineering, application development, and project lifecycles. Manage, conduct, and execute IT governance, cybersecurity, and IT security for mission operations and projects with Federal, Agency, and Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) policy and regulations. Lead high-level meetings and briefings to provide senior management with information and analysis regarding organizational risk tolerance, risk tracking and risk response. Develop materials and training supporting increased awareness of IT tools and major IT project initiatives. Serve as a subject matter expert various IT sub-disciplines, to include application development, systems engineering, networking, programming, IT security, cybersecurity, software and IT hardware, IT infrastructure, and other IT operations. Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.

Requirements

• This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation.
• You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• A one-year trial period may be required.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify at the GS-15 level, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level: Evaluating and advising on IT architecture, hardware, software, operations, networking, IT security, cybersecurity, applications, or other IT sub-disciplines; Leading major IT projects or initiatives for large organizations, or projects or initiatives with complex requirements; Collaborating with management, and other departments or organizations, to identify and resolve complex IT issues. AND IF you are qualifying based on experience, you MUST also 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. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address NASA Headquarters 300 E St SW Washington, DC 20546 US
• Name: NASA Shared Services Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-677-2123
• Email: [email protected]