This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a national-level expert in the evaluation of network and systems technologies and oversee/provide input into associated Research and Development (R&D) and Test and Evaluation (T&E) efforts.

Duties

This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority 5 U.S.C. § 9905, 6/23/2023. As a Countering Threat Networks Project Manager at the GS-0301-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Provide advice, support, and assistance for the integration of diverse disciplines to operational elements during the execution of developed capabilities to counter threat networks to prevent the a state or non-state actor to gain or transfer access to weapons, material, technology, and expertise. Manage and monitor the development of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for countering threat networks associated with WMD Pathway Defeat and WMD Defeat as detailed in JP 3-40. Assess anticipated TTP effectiveness through consultation with the Program Manager and the project managers who employ related technology for the processing and exploitation of information, personnel, and/or materiel to disable WMD Threats. Develop project plans, objectives, priorities, and milestones. Defend project plans and budgets and recommend redirection or termination of existing activities to maximize quality of work and facilitate completion of high-priority activities. Provide the Program Manager with pertinent information and recommendations from a fiscal perspective to assist with future financial decisions. Perform cost assessment, planning, and scheduling of all project activities and monitor commitment, obligation, and expenditure rates. Develop required programmatic and fiscal documentation to support project planning, programming, and budgeting systems. Formulate detailed cost estimates for proposed activities and prepare task statements. Assist the Program Manager in coordinating with Combatant Commands and Services to obtain support in creating realistic environments and scenarios for technology demonstrations and T&E efforts focused on JP 3-40 WMD Activities of Intent, Infrastructure, Expertise, Production, Weaponization, and Delivery Systems to support DOD CWMD efforts.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel - Valid Passport is required
• 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. Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with eligibility for CNWDI access and RD caveats as required.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible - Performance during non-standard hours and weekends may be required.
• Recruitment Incentives: Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• A counterintelligence polygraph examination may be a condition for working on certain aspects of the project. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and periodic random drug testing thereafter.
• Incumbent is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Form, OGE 450, within 30 days of entering the position, annually and upon termination of employment in accordance with DoD Directive 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, Aug 30, 1993.
• This is an Acquisition Workforce position in the Program Management functional area. The incumbent will be required to become certified in the Practitioner tier within 5 years.
• The incumbent is required to acquire a minimum of 40 continuous learning points (CLPs) every fiscal year as a goal and 80 CLPs being mandatory within 2 years.
• The incumbent is expected to be available for weekend travel, weekend layovers during travel, and long hours while in travel status. It is possible that the incumbent may be TDY approximately 25% of the time CONOUS/OCONUS.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS 13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Expert experience in the operations of industrial infrastructures and familiarity with computer network operations to facilitate development of state-of-the-art CWMD technologies to dissuade, deter, delay, disrupt, destroy, deny, and assure in accordance with Joint Pub 3-40. Expert experience of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative analytical and evaluative methods/techniques in order to assess and improve program effectiveness and evaluate complex management processes and systems to support development of technologies to counter the assembly, stockpile, delivery, transfer, or employment of WMDs. Expert experience of Project Management principles/practices in order to develop project action plans, establish milestones, anticipate timeline challenges, ensure compliance with project requirements, analyze cost/schedule/performance factors, and establish effective working relationships with Combatant Commands and Services. Expert experience in delivering management and programmatic assistance in order to deliver suitable options, alternatives, briefings, papers, standard operating procedures, and contingency plans to support operations and activities to delay, disrupt, or destroy networks, links, and nodes that support the conceptualization, development, production, and proliferation of WMDs. Expert knowledge of and skill in selecting and managing SMEs in scientific disciplines such as conventional, cyberspace, and special operations to ensure effective team collaboration and superior results. 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: Extensive knowledge of the operations of industrial infrastructures and familiarity with associated computer network operations to facilitate development of state-of-the-art CWMD technologies to dissuade, deter, delay, disrupt, destroy, deny, and assure in accordance with JP 3-40. Extensive knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative analytical and evaluative methods/techniques in order to assess and improve program effectiveness and evaluate complex management processes and systems to support development of technologies to counter the assembly, stockpile, delivery, transfer, or employment of WMDs. Extensive knowledge of Project Management principles/practices in order to develop project action plans, establish milestones, anticipate timeline challenges, ensure compliance with project requirements, analyze cost/schedule/performance factors, and establish effective working relationships with Combatant Commands and Services. Extensive knowledge of and experience in delivering management and programmatic assistance in order to deliver suitable options, alternatives, briefings, papers, standard operating procedures, and contingency plans to support operations and activities to delay, disrupt, or destroy networks, links, and nodes that support the conceptualization, development, production, and proliferation of WMDs. Extensive knowledge of and skill in selecting and managing SMEs in scientific disciplines such as conventional, cyberspace, and special operations to ensure effective team collaboration and superior results. 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.

Education

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

Contacts

• Address Defense Threat Reduction Agency 8725 JOHN J KINGMAN ROAD MSC 6201 FT BELVOIR, VA 22060-6201 US
• Name: DTRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614-692-0259
• Email: [email protected]