The IT Specialist , located in the office of Office of Audits and Evaluations and is responsible for for planning and conducting information technology and security audits and reviews of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs, functions, and operations.
The IT Specialist , located in the office of Office of Audits and Evaluations and is responsible for for planning and conducting information technology and security audits and reviews of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs, functions, and operations.
Open to all US citizens or US nationals; no prior federal experience is required
The VA Office of Inspector General's Office of Audits and Evaluations (OAE) performs audits and inspections to help ensure that veterans receive the medical care and benefits to which they are entitled. OAE staff perform audits, evaluations, and inspections of VA programs, functions, and facilities to ensure the integrity of its programs and operations. OAE comprises four cohorts performing these reviews in health care; benefits; financial management and information technology; and acquisitions, contracting and construction. The reviews encompass program results, economy and efficiency, finance, fraud detection, and compliance. We report on current performance and accountability to foster good program management ensuring effective government operations. In addition, staff perform Congressionally mandated annual reviews of areas such as purchase cards and improper payments, and may also examine issues or allegations referred by VA employees, members of Congress, or other stakeholders
OAE also includes support divisions for ensuring audit quality, strategic planning, statistics, external reporting and hotlines, and administrative support. OAE cohort and support divisions are located throughout the nation, with our headquarters office in Washington, DC.
The OAE Information Technology (IT) and Financial Management Cohort audits and inspects VA's information technology programs and closely scrutinizes VA's financial management and fiscal administration from congressional appropriation through program expenditure. IT inspections enhance results produced from the annual FISMA and FISCAM audits through additional review of system security controls in areas not covered by other audits. Financial inspections assess the oversight and stewardship of funds in identified areas that draw on considerable VA financial resources. These inspections result in recommendations to promote the responsible use of VA's appropriated funds.
As an IT Specialist, you will:
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.
Key Requirements:
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Specialized Experience: For the GS-13 level is one year of experience at the GS-12 level, or equivalent, that is directly related to the position as listed in this announcement, and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes:
-Demonstrating skill of computer search and retrieval procedures to identify, summarize and analyze statistical data to produce trend analysis and statistical reports in a variety of formats for use by management; AND
-Applying IT principles, concepts, standards and practices in order to serve as a technical expert and develop new concepts, principles, standards, or methods in program management for applicable computer system(s); AND
-Applying IT security concepts, standards and methods, including information systems security protocols and regulations.
For the GS-12 is one year of experience at the GS-11 level, or equivalent, that is directly related to the position as listed in this announcement, and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes:
-Applying Information Technology (IT) principles, concepts, standards and practices in order to serve as a technical expert and develop new concepts, principles, standards, or methods in program management for applicable computer system(s); OR
-Using computer search and retrieval procedures to identify, summarize and analyze statistical data to produce trend analysis and statistical reports in a variety of formats for use by management; OR
-Applying IT security concepts, standards and methods, including information systems security protocols and regulations.
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For this position, individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
How You will be Evaluated: Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination.
Rating: This announcement is issued under "direct-hire" authority. Consistent with 5 U.S.C 3304(a)(3) and OPM regulations (5 CFR 337 Subpart B) on direct-hire: All candidates who meet all the qualification and other eligibility requirements may be referred for consideration. Competitive examining rules providing for rating and ranking, category rating, and veterans' preference do not apply. We will evaluate your application by comparing your description of your work experience, level of responsibility, and accomplishments, with the requirements of the position to determine whether you meet all the qualification requirements. You may be required to participate in a selection interview and/or a writing assessment. Applicants who are selected for an interview may ask questions about the evaluation process at the time they are contacted for an interview
If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)) you must be rated as well qualified to receive special selection priority. "Well-qualified" means that in addition to meeting all the basic qualification and eligibility requirements, you possess knowledge, skills, and abilities which clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for this position, and you would be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position upon entry.
A complete application includes 1. A résumé, 2. Vacancy question responses, and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
It is anticipated that there will be significant interest in the announcement. As a result, the announcement will close at 11:59 p.m. ET on the date of receipt of the 100th application or at 11:59 p.m. ET on April 1, 2022; whichever occurs first. Any required documents should be submitted at the time that you apply as documents will not be accepted after the vacancy closes.
All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view résumé tips.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION: Veteran's preference does not apply to announcements posted under Direct Hire Authority; however, you are encouraged to provide your documentation. Please see applicant guide for required documentation.
CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
VAOIG has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
The Bureau provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.
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