Who may apply: All US Citizens. Position located in: I&T DIR OFFICE, ACCOUNTING SERVICES, ARMY SYSTEMS, NAF ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS SUSTAIN BR, ZTCAB This job announcement may be used to fill similar positions on other teams in the IT Directorate.

Duties

Prepares and executes tests for system or subsystem software validation. Reviews test results for effectiveness in meeting specifications and takes necessary corrective actions based on testing results. Reviews production operations to identify, diagnose, and correct production-processing problems. Responds to problem reports from customers by advising on corrective actions. Analyzes and resolves system or software failures. Analyzes causes of failures to identify and implement preventative measures. Provides technical guidance in the development of contract proposals and specifications. Performs staff assignments related to IT project planning, monitoring, and/or coordinating systems life cycle functions. Serves as a member of one or more boards, committees, panels, or teams in support of special projects or programs. Coordinates work processes and requirements with contractual personnel. Provides input to management regarding contractor performance, compliance with specifications, and project viability. Analyzes production processing to identify viable systems improvements in application response, usability, flexibility, and data integrity.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or National
• Suitable for Federal Employment
• Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
• 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.

Qualifications

Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe the full scope of your work experiences in your resume. Basic Requirement: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to, or above, the level of this position. Your resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the entire application process. Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards Customer Service- experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs Oral Communication- briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience Problem Solving- identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above, one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-11 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as experience programming with COBOL, COBOL AS/400, JCL, IBM iSeries, Mainframe; analyzing IT system requirements; coordinating with stakeholders to clarify needs; developing program code; identifying alternative design approaches; and preparing system documentation to enhance software development processes in line with industry standards (e.g. Agile, DevSecOps). Volunteer Experience: 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.

Education

Contacts

• Address DFAS - INFO AND TECHNOLOGY DIR OFFICE 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350 US
• Name: HR Customer Care Center
• Phone: (317) 212-0454
• Email: [email protected]