This position is being filled under the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce; Section 1109, NDAA FY20, Public Law 116-92. This position serves as an IT requirements analyst in the Mission Support Component of the Defense Media Activity (DMA) responsible for analysis, planning, design, implementation,documentation, assessment, and management of the customer requirements.

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 June 23, 2023. As a IT Specialist (ENTARCH/SYSANALYSIS) at the GS-2210-12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as an IT requirements analyst in the Mission Support Component of the Defense Media Activity (DMA) responsible for analysis, planning, design, implementation, documentation, assessment, and management of the customer requirements. Uses DoD,Architectural Framework (DoDAF) to align customer requirements with IT strategy, goals, structure, and processes of the Component. The analyst is assigned to the Enterprise Architecture and Requirements Directorate and uses a high-level view of the direction of Mission Support within the DMA and plans for the necessary resources to accomplish goals while being compliant with DoD policies, government information architecture, and the structure of the DoDAF. Serves as a technical advisor to the Director of Enterprise Architecture & Requirements on issues related to customer requirements as vetted by DMA Components. Provides enterprise level expertise in DMA IT services and infrastructure and their integration in the global architecture of DMA. Advises on the institutionalization of policy and methods, functional and operational design, implementation, and project management. Makes recommendations that contribute to the development of new approaches to resolve challenges or initiate new capabilities.

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: Set Schedule
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is eligible for Regular and Recurring Telework.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test screening with periodic testing thereafter.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance. Failure to do so may result in termination.
• Position may be filled as a term appointment NTE 4 years. May be converted to permanent after this period but is not guaranteed.
• Term appointment may be extended up to a maximum of ten years; and noncompetitive conversion of employees on term appointments to career-conditional or career appointments under specific conditions.
• DoD Cyber Checklist Info/signed; DCWF Category 1: 641 – Systems Requirements Planner/Proficiency Level: Advanced DCWF Category 2: 803 – Product Support Manager

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-12 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Planning and coordinating a wide range of activities designed to insure and to protect IT systems, services, and capabilities. Monitoring and evaluating vulnerabilities of automated information systems to prevent, assess and resolve risks associated with firewalls and security policies. Analysis and evaluation of IT network systems performance, technology rollout planning and insertion using least disruptive practices, cybersecurity principles, concepts and practices, programs, and issues of the Information System Security Management (ISSM) program area. 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. You must have Information Technology (IT)-related experience which demonstrates proficiency in each of the following four competencies listed below: 1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. NOTE: All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

Education

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

Contacts

• Address Defense Media Activity 6700 Taylor Ave Ft. Meade, MD 20755 US
• Name: DMA Servicing Team
• Phone: 6146927825
• Email: [email protected]