Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform Cyber and Communication Quality Assurance duties performing as an Information Technology specialist that provides a wide range of IT services to support management and other specialist in providing the knowledge and skill in the use of IT systems and mission support to the communications, computer, and network programs.

Duties

This position is a developmental (GS-11 Target GS-12) position. This position may be filled at any grade level. Individual selected may be promoted without further competition, upon meeting all legal and regulatory requirements. Starting salary indicated on this vacancy announcement is for the (GS-11). Attainment of knowledge, skills, and abilities is required before promotion to the next higher grade and is dependent on demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade level, meeting all regulatory requirements, and recommendation for promotion by the supervisor. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. Military Spouse candidates exercising their preference will be placed at the full performance level, if considered to be best qualified and selected. This position may be subject to a formalized training program. Serves as Technical Point of Contact (POC) and performs Communications and Network Quality Assurance Program objectives. Assesses cyber and communications quality assurance self-assessment and technical safety programs to ensure compliance across all units. Develops and implements Information Technology cyber and communications plans, policies, and procedures to ensure optimum compliance with directives governing safety, operation, and maintenance practices. Represents the cyber and communications quality assurance efforts in direct support of the squadron's project and implementation mission.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
• Employee may be required to perform work during irregular duty hours
• Recall to duty may be a requirement of this position
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology Management (Alternative A). Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-11: I have, or within 120 days of the closing date will have, at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-09) in Federal service or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: evaluate computer system design, and computer applications; Quality Assurance evaluations on communications equipment and installations; techniques required to study existing architecture of installation systems and test possible enhancements; AND I have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. OR EDUCATION: Completed a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or a degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. Note: You must submit copies of your official transcripts. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-12: I have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving AND, I have, or within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement will have, at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is equivalent to Federal experience at the next lower grade (GS-11), level or equivalent (grade level, pay schedule, pay band, etc). An example of creditable specialized experience includes Quality Assurance evaluations on all communications equipment and installations; understanding of business processes and operations to anticipate and refine functional requirements; techniques required to study existing architecture of installation systems and test possible enhancements; Quality Assurance evaluations on all communications equipment and installations; evaluate computer system design, prototypes, and computer applications and interact with specialists in design and development processes; perform feasibility studies, cost analysis review, and develop proposals that represent a best course of action along with suitable alternatives; serve as a technical advisor with Information Technology responsibilities for planning, programming, directing, organizing and implementing Data Center Information Technology Systems activities to meet the business requirements of customer organizations and serve as a consultant on IT projects; stay well informed on rapidly changing technology, to evaluate its possible impact on organization missions, and to develop plans to satisfy requirements. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 for GS-11 and one year at GS-11 for GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of a wide range of IT principles, systems analysis concepts and techniques, new and emerging information technologies, and security methods and principles. 2. Knowledge of customers' business processes and operations to anticipate and refine functional requirements. 3. Knowledge of concepts and principles of sequencing actions, procurement techniques and requirements, and coordination requirements involved in project controls. 4. Knowledge of design tools, methods, and techniques as well as life cycle management concepts, cost benefit analysis, system architecture, integration techniques, and testing methods. 5. Knowledge of customary approaches, techniques, and requirements appropriate to analyze requirements, develop acquisition strategies, and implement system enhancements. 6. Ability to maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances; to apply internet technologies to analyze networks and their related security aspects; and to predict how management can meet future requirements. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address AF Life Cycle Management Center 2000 Allbrook Drive Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]