This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent will be responsible for consultant to management in support of the JDAT IT applications software development, implementation issues, policy and plans.

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 October 15, 2021. As a INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (SYSANALYSIS/PLCYPLN) at the GS-2210-12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Develops comprehensive long and short range system plans and support projects. Determines overall functional and systems requirements and specifications as well as overall technical feasibility and economic viability of proposed projects. Specifies milestones, appropriate data formats, systems interface plans, detailed system layouts, and test plans. Continually assesses policy needs and interprets broad DoD, Joint Staff, Services and other guidance and applies it through development of policies for the area of responsibility. Consults and coordinates with project staff from other organizations and agencies in developing, revising, interpreting, and modifying policies to ensure application of local activities meet project needs.

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: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is Situational telework eligible
• Must be eligible to acquire/maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• This position is designated as a Drug Testing Designated Position (TDP)
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS 12 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Conducts in-depth systems analyses of existing systems and systems components to determine comprehensive organizational business requirements and opportunities for new and/or enhanced information technology. Applies methodologies of security, reliability, and utilization of systems and networks already in existence in the organization to determine if organizational needs can be met by enhancing existing assets or if replacement is more cost effective. Understands computer networking concepts and protocols, and networking security methodologies. Oversees the implementation of programming specifications through monitoring of progress throughout all phases of acquisition and implementation. Prepares detailed reports and briefings which include findings and recommendations for correction of deficiencies. Comprehensive knowledge of methods, techniques, and processes for the integration and optimization of system components, infrastructure requirements, database management features, and test and evaluation methods sufficient to provide technical guidance to other specialists performing these activities. 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 as 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.

Education

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

Contacts

• Address Joint Chiefs of Staff Joint Staff Pentagon Washington, DC 20318 US
• Name: JCS Servicing team
• Phone: 614-692-2646
• Email: [email protected]