This detail is open to current USCIS employees. This is a 120-day detail that may be extended for an additional 120 days (not to exceed 240-days). Desirable candidates must be at grade levels equivalent to the GS-15 or above in the Federal service.
Before applying for this position, please read the entire announcement and follow the instructions in the How to Apply section.
Summary
This detail is open to current USCIS employees. This is a 120-day detail that may be extended for an additional 120 days (not to exceed 240-days). Desirable candidates must be at grade levels equivalent to the GS-15 or above in the Federal service.
Before applying for this position, please read the entire announcement and follow the instructions in the How to Apply section.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is a component within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security comprised of approximately 19,000 Federal employees and contractors working in approximately 250 Headquarters and field offices around the world. We are responsible for the administration of immigration and naturalization adjudication functions and establishing immigration services policies and priorities.
The Office of Information and Technology (OIT) provides the strategic vision necessary to enable USCIS to deliver secure immigration products and services. OIT leads USCIS in the design, development, and deployment of IT services and solutions that will continue to transform the nation's immigration system.
Major Duties:
The Chief Technology Officer carries out the following duties:
Defines, coordinates, and establishes technology policies, plans and programs. He/she applies an extensive knowledge of cutting-edge technologies and techniques to advance mission needs.
Oversees technological aspects of software, infrastructure, security, data systems, and communications.
Participates in top level USCIS, DHS, and intergovernmental meetings and exercises and provides expert, authoritative advice and guidance on all technical aspects of system development, infrastructure, and communications.
Participates in planning and budget efforts for all IT programs and projects and ensures inclusion of appropriate technology in strategic plans and budgets.
Acts as a consultant to the CIO on technical issues and proposes technical solutions to agency problems.
For an overview of the diverse responsibilities USCIS carries out within the Government, visit our website at http://www.uscis.gov/.
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position
Obtain/Maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance
Financial Disclosure Required
Male applicants born after 12/31/59, must be registered with the Selective Service
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement
Qualifications
One year of experience in the federal service at the GS-15 level.
Experience must demonstrate the ability to lead, design, and secure IT services, programs, and applications to advance agency-level activities and deliver solutions to stakeholders and business customers. (Must be reflected in resume)
Applicants must submit a resume of five (5) pages or less.
Failure to submit a resume, will result in elimination from further consideration.
Education
There is no substitution for education of experience for this position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The hiring manager will review your resume and supporting documents to make their selection decision. Please note that this detail may be terminated at the discretion of the hiring office at any time.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
1. Resume - You must submit a resume that clearly demonstrates you have experience that meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section. USCIS' Human Resources Office will only review the first 5 pages of your resume to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Resume should not exceed five (5) pages. Exceeding the page limit may result in lost of consideration. Please do not submit an application form (such as OF 612, Optional Application for Federal Employment) in lieu of a résumé.
When uploading your resume, choose the label "Resume."
2.Current USCIS Employees - Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, that indicates Federal status, grade, tenure and type of service. Please remove your social security number and date of birth.
When uploading your SF-50, choose the label "SF-50."
Failure to submit the required documents may result in your application being disqualified.
To apply for this position, you must at a minimum provide a complete application package which includes:
1. Your 5-page (or shorter) resume (any excess pages will not be considered)
See Required Documents section for more detail.
To begin your online application, click here to create your account and follow the prompts to register or sign into USAJOBS. Once there, click the apply button, take the online questionnaire, and submit the required documents..
It is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, sent (i.e. resume, TQs, SF-50s) is received and is accurate by 11:59PM EST on 06/21/2023. You may complete the assessment questionnaire more than once, but only your most recent submission will be used.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The hiring manager will review your resume and supporting documents to make their selection decision. Please note that this detail may be terminated at the discretion of the hiring office at any time.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Resume - You must submit a resume that clearly demonstrates you have experience that meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section. USCIS' Human Resources Office will only review the first 5 pages of your resume to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Resume should not exceed five (5) pages. Exceeding the page limit may result in lost of consideration. Please do not submit an application form (such as OF 612, Optional Application for Federal Employment) in lieu of a résumé.
When uploading your resume, choose the label "Resume."
2.Current USCIS Employees - Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, that indicates Federal status, grade, tenure and type of service. Please remove your social security number and date of birth.
When uploading your SF-50, choose the label "SF-50."
Failure to submit the required documents may result in your application being disqualified.
To apply for this position, you must at a minimum provide a complete application package which includes:
1. Your 5-page (or shorter) resume (any excess pages will not be considered)
See Required Documents section for more detail.
To begin your online application, click here to create your account and follow the prompts to register or sign into USAJOBS. Once there, click the apply button, take the online questionnaire, and submit the required documents..
It is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, sent (i.e. resume, TQs, SF-50s) is received and is accurate by 11:59PM EST on 06/21/2023. You may complete the assessment questionnaire more than once, but only your most recent submission will be used.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The hiring manager will review your resume and supporting documents to make their selection decision. Please note that this detail may be terminated at the discretion of the hiring office at any time.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
