The incumbent serves as the Deputy Assistant Chief Information Officer (DACIO) of RD. The DACIO is responsible for managing divisions responsible for the the design, development, release and maintenance of technology systems and services for all enterprise business functions. The incumbent oversees a variety of risk management activities related to IT to ensure the achievement of business outcomes where the business process is dependent on technology.

Duties

Oversees the creation, promotion, and enforcement of IT application development methodology and oversee end-to-end delivery of RD IT solutions from technical requirements definition to solution monitoring and maintenance. Directs the preparation, review and consolidation of IT business plans, budget formation and forecasts. Oversees the Audit and Internal Controls program that manages internal control activities for the Technology Office. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management or headquarters. Ensures a robust, unified, and collaborative work environment for all RD users and affiliates while creating a streamlined and modernized IT infrastructure that will adapt in an ever-changing technical landscape. Work with executive management to determine acceptable levels of risk for the organization. Implementing programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to RD systems security policies and procedures.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Subject to one year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.
• Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess the following experience. Experience must include the following and be documented in the resume. - Experience transitioning an organization from waterfall development concepts towards agile development concepts. - Experience managing the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) Authorization process. - Experience supporting the strategic planning process of an IT Organization. Must also have at least one of the following documented in the resume. Implementation of automated testing capabilities for an enterprise, and/or Experiencing managing cybersecurity incidents, and/or Experience reporting based on the TBM taxonomy in the CPIC process, and/or Experience increasing the efficacy of the organization's investment review board. NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the GS-2210 series set forth in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards by the closing date of the announcement. A copy is available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position.

Contacts

• Address Rural Development 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Jessica Redman
• Phone: 302-857-3591
• Email: [email protected]