As an Information Technology Specialist supporting Strategy and Business Management within the Application and Platform Services (APS) Service Line in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), you will support APS Strategic Planning and key result measurement, contract management, and risk management. You will work closely with APS Leadership, Technical Points of Contact, and Agency Level Offices within OCIO to accomplish the objectives of the position.

Duties

Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee. Serve as the Application Platform Services (APS) Strategic Planner. Lead the creation of IT applications and platforms and business-enabling IT System requirements. Analyze and validate the NASA Consolidated Application and Platform Services (NCAPS) contract, ensuring accuracy and coordination of requirements, pricing, and provisioning of IT requirements, labor, software, equipment, etc. Lead Risk Management process, including creation/development of risks, and direct the analysis, coordination, planning, and implementation of IT technologies. Liaise between APS IT Specialists and the NCAPS Contracting Officer’s Representative to create statements of work/performance work statements and ensure compliance with IT contract requirements. Perform as the Deputy Technical Area Manager (TAM), working with the Technical Point of Contacts (TPOCs) and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs). Perform non-enterprise IT contract support, facilitation, and management. Execute in-depth data analysis and integration of enterprise IT goals and objectives. Develop and monitor metrics used to evaluate the progress and accomplishment of those goals/objectives. Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.

Requirements

• This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, Bargaining Unit, and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• Selected applicant(s) must be assigned to a duty location listed on the announcement.
• This position may require a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level. Supporting a wide range and variety of IT issues, including IT procurement, acquisition methodologies, or risk management; Assisting with and advising on the analysis, coordination, planning, or implementation of technologies; Assisting with developing IT strategic plans to ensure operational efficiency. To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level. Providing advice and guidance on a wide range and variety of IT issues, including IT procurement, acquisition methodologies, and risk management; Directing the analysis, coordination, planning, or implementation of technologies; Developing multi-year IT strategic plans and coordinating budgets to ensure operational efficiency. AND IF you are qualifying based on experience, you MUST also have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies 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. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address NASA Headquarters 300 E St SW Washington, DC 20546 US
• Name: NASA Shared Services Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-677-2123
• Email: [email protected]