Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens. Subject position(s) will be filled through Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for further consideration. The "Rule of Three", Category Rating, Veterans Preference, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy

You will serve as a Command and Control (C2) Project Lead for projects such as CG One View (CG1V), Team Awareness Kit (TAK), Enterprise Geographic Information System (EGIS), and Command & Control Services (C2S)/WatchKeeper (WK). This position includes supporting the hardware and software of all assigned systems within the Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) processes and in all aspects associated with sustainment of these systems including but not limited to hardware and software configuration management, life cycle engineering, training systems and documentation, logistics, maintenance and supply support, information assurance, and other software maintenance activities. 

Being a CG civilian makes you a valuable member of the CG team.  Typical work assignments include:

• Managing multiple large scale C2 System projects utilizing system engineering and development practices in accordance with the DHS SELC process.
• Serving as a technical expert and project lead for C2 design, integration, and implementation of support infrastructure for assigned systems. Managing all aspects (i.e. cost, scope, schedule, and risk) and phases of C2 systems project lifecycle to execute projects and service development activities in accordance applicable guidance to deliver services based upon approved requirements.
• Decomposing operational, functional and non-functional requirements into technical requirements and specifications, in accordance with established C5ISC standards and practices, for C2 systems services.
• Serving as the technical lead to develop Statements of Work or Performance Work Statements, Market Research, Cost Estimates, Acquisition Planning, Performance Monitoring and control, and other technical processes and documentation required to establish, maintain, and close out contracts.
• Performing feasibility studies to evaluate different vendors and their products. Prepares technical assessment reports, design documents, implementation plans, and test plans. Recommends acceptance or rejections to senior program management.
• Scheduling and implementing Project Decision Events in coordination with the CG C5ISC Business Operations Division.
• Drafting and releasing high level C2 system correspondence including fleet wide advisories, Engineering Change Requests, Information assurance (IA) guidance and Cybersecurity updates in accordance with current C5ISC and Product Line direction. Providing administrative and technical support for IA activities including preparing documentation for certification and accreditation packages.
• Identifying, plannning and executing appropriate test, verification, validation, and certification activities to meet operational requirements, agreed-upon service targets, and reliability, affordability, continuity and security constraints for C2 systems products.
• Serving as a member of a C2 system Command Cyber Readiness Inspection Team preparing/assisting in compliance of rigorous network inspections.
• Establishing and maintaining configuration baselines for C2 systems products through rigorous adherence to C5ISC procedures and standards and record and manage configuration data and applicable technical information for Configuration Items in approved repositories.
• Proposing and executing approved cybersecurity Plan of Action & Milestones mitigation activities for C2 systems.
• Serving as the lead on the C2 systems Integrated Product Team responsible and accountable for overall program performance with a primary role of ensuring products are developed in a collaborative environment and delivered per contractual requirements and objectives.
• Providing expert analysis and advice on complex program related IT issues or problems where new analytical techniques must be developed to identify and evaluate findings. Based on operations and changing program requirements, identifies relevant issues. Collect relevant information from many varied sources some of which are difficult to access.
• Providing oral and written reports detailing progress and status of projects;  developing and preparing presentations of significant program aspects for leaders’ review and approval.
• Serving as Service Manager to provide service development, delivery, support and technical expertise for C2 services; if service levels cannot be met, work with the C2PL Manager to determine the cause(s) and propose solutions. 
• Ensuring development of maintenance requirements for C2 systems in accordance with established C5ISC Reliability Centered Maintenance  analysis and Maintenance Procedure Card development processes and standards.
• Overseeing the management of all Operating Material & Supply required to support C2 systems products.
• Ensuring demand for C2 systems services is monitored, analyzed, and understood and plans are developed to meet needs and address gaps.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• See Other Info section for mandatory training per grade level.
• A state's driver license is required.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

As required by Executive Order 14043 and guidance issued by the Safer Federal Workforce Taskforce, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee’s duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by November 22, 2021 and will be required to submit documentation of proof of vaccination.

Qualifications

To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience may include the following: utilizing problem solving skills by recognizing and communicating barriers to performance; participating in developing teams through five stages of team development; utilizing knowledge of the phases of the System Engineering/Development Lifecycle; participating within technical environments focused on Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure/Architecture, Cloud Computing, and System Integration Practices; experience using AGILE practices; handling all phases of project management (Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring, and Closing); developing project management process artifacts (i.e. charters, management plans, requirements documents, risk management tools, etc.); working within and leading technically diverse teams to achieve organizational outcomes; researching and utilizing knowledge of contract terminology (i.e. Statement of Work, Performance Work Statement, Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials, Scope, etc.); and participating or conducting contract technical reviews.

To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience may include the following:  utilizing problem solving skills by recognizing and communicating barriers to performance; developing teams through five stages of team development; proficient knowledge and experience of the phases of the System Engineering/Development Lifecycle; utilizing skills in communication with the ability to work within technical environments focused on Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure/Architecture, Cloud Computing, and System Integration Practices; proficient knowledge and experience with leading AGILE practices; proficient knowledge and experience of all phases of project management (Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring, and Closing); developing project management process artifacts (i.e. charters, management plans, requirements documents, risk management tools, etc.); working within and leading technically diverse teams to achieve organizational outcomes; experience with contracting, including terminology (i.e. Statement of Work, Performance Work Statement, Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials, Scope, etc.); and conducting contract technical reviews.

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. 

In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement, 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.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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.

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.

The following incentives are authorized:

Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent position prior to September 30, 2022 are authorized to receive a one-time recruitment incentive of 10% of the salary, including locality for this position. Receipt of the bonus will require a 12 month service agreement.

Selectee(s) for this position who are current federal employees on permanent appointments who are appointed prior to September 30, 2022 and will be moving outside of the current commuting area of their current position to accept this position are authorized to receive a one-time relocation bonus of 10% of the salary including locality for this position. Receipt of the bonus will require a 12 month service agreement. The employee must establish a residence in the new geographic area prior to payment.

Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent or term position prior to September 30, 2022 may be eligible for student loan repayment up to $10,000 (pre-tax) for one calendar year. More than one loan may be repaid if the combined repayments do not exceed $10,000. Receipt of this incentive will require a three year service agreement.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your résumé and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be referred for consideration. The following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities are needed to perform this job:

• Knowledge of and skill in applying, a wide range of engineering or architectural theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods in electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of agile and waterfall development methodologies and life cycle methodologies, particularly the SELC, including organization models such as Kanban.
• Knowledge of system life cycle management principles, including software security and usability.
• Knowledge of new and emerging information technology (IT) and cybersecurity technologies.
• Knowledge of computer technology and other electronic equipment  to formulate plans to meet mission needs, to ensure compatibility of proposed technology with existing systems, and to recommend changes in response to technological needs.
• Knowledge of and skill in applying advanced IT principles, concepts, methods, standards, and practices.
• Knowledge of current and planned tactical systems, software, and equipment technology in order to apply state-of-the-art technologies to solutions of complex technical problems. 
• Knowledge of budget forecasting, planning, execution, monitoring, and tailoring.
• Knowledge of systems security policies to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data.
• Knowledge in current systems engineering approaches, such as Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps).
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to present and defend technical recommendations, facilitate consensus, prepare memoranda and position papers, present briefings, and advise Division Leaders, technical working groups, and civilian contractors.
• Ability to lead a team effectively and to coordinate across multiple teams made up of technical stakeholders and senior leaders. Be able to deliver and articulate information through various venues including presentations, briefings, and technical reports.
• Skill in desktop PC applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and VISIO along with proficiency using remote collaboration tools (i.e. MS TEAMS) is highly recommended.