Joining the Secret Service, Office of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) will allow you to will allow you to serve on a management team supporting the development and implementation of program objectives. Apply for this exciting opportunity to advance the CIO's mission of securing, developing, implementing and sustaining information technology to support the Secret Service. For more information on the Secret Service click here.

Duties

The selectee will serve as a Program Manager (Acquisition) in the Office of the Chief Information Officer. Typical work assignments include: Providing authoritative interpretation, instructions, and guidance in all phases of the acquisition process to OCIO executives, subject matter experts, and management officials. Overseeing all elements of the CIO acquisition support staff to ensure IT acquisition strategies and plans are managed within the enterprise software tools. Reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating the cost, schedule, and performance aspects of current IT systems in coordination with other Secret Service offices for the purpose of determining whether the sharing of information system resources between these offices. Serving as a key participant in the development and management of Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE) for new projects/programs. Directing and managing the acquisition and procurement in the design, development, and delivery of systems acquired for OCIO that have been approved and funded for acquisition.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below GS-13: You qualify for the GS-13 level (starting salary $117,962.00) if you possess one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Performing acquisition planning and procurement functions for IT systems to ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures; Presenting recommendations to advise stakeholders on acquisition and procurement processes; and Monitoring program performance to identify actions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. GS-14: You qualify for the GS-14 level (starting salary $139,395.00) if you possess one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-13 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Consulting with senior level stakeholders to influence decision-making for acquisition and procurement program operations; Analyzing acquisition program requirements and policies to develop strategies for mitigating risks related to cost, schedule, and performance; and Implementing acquisition and procurement projects to achieve organizational objectives. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. Time-in-Grade Requirements: Under competitive merit promotion procedures, any individual who is currently holding, or who has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under a non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet "time-in-grade" requirements (have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade of the grade for which you are applying). Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to current employees applying for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. NOTE: All current or former Federal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 (you may need to submit more than one), "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet eligibility criteria for CTAP or ICTAP; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. For information on eligibility criteria and required documentation, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address United States Secret Service Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20223 US
• Name: CSB HR Inquiries
• Email: [email protected]