This position is in the U.S. Depart. of Transportation (DOT), Office of the Secretary (OST), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Infrastructure & Operations (I&O). The I&O office integrates innovative IT services into comprehensive solutions to enable secure effective business operations for DOT and provide direct services to DOT customers. I&O institutionalizes new methodologies & processes while improving overall program performance & ensuring continuous customer satisfaction.
Summary
This position is in the U.S. Depart. of Transportation (DOT), Office of the Secretary (OST), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Infrastructure & Operations (I&O). The I&O office integrates innovative IT services into comprehensive solutions to enable secure effective business operations for DOT and provide direct services to DOT customers. I&O institutionalizes new methodologies & processes while improving overall program performance & ensuring continuous customer satisfaction.
Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen.
Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.
This is not a a Bargaining unit position.
As a Supervisory IT Specialist (Network Engineer/INFOSEC), you will be:
Responsible for participating in managing DOT’S multi-million-dollar infrastructure that is essential to day-to-day operations of users within the non- (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Common Operating Environment (COE) and serves as an expert advisor to senior DOT and government officials. The IT services include IT architecture; standards; network communication operations (Cloud network infrastructure); server-based services (software and platform as a service, instant messaging, datacenter management, database tiers, test and development); technology assessment; IT continuity of operations planning/support; IT asset management; and policy/strategic development. In supporting these functional areas, the incumbent plans, designs, tests, certifies, and implements current and forthcoming versions of the Department’s IT infrastructures, “Common Operating Environment” (COE).
Directs, leads, and supervises seasoned senior and junior federal technology Network engineers, specialists/professionals and is the federal lead for contract staff and specialists supporting I&O technical architecture. The incumbent has the responsibility and acumen for strategically directing, leading, and planning activities as they relate to OCIO goals from a technical architecture perspective, which include, IT programs, requirements, and/or projects. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring continual service improvement methodologies work to streamline activities in all technical architecture functional areas
Supervise and manage a team of network specialist and contractors responsible for all facets of network services which includes operations and monitoring network infrastructure, high speed data circuits, VoIP, wireless access point and mobile network communications; state of the art network technology SDWAN, technology assessment; IT continuity of operations planning/support; IT asset management; and policy/strategic development.
Manage the multi-million dollar Department-wide IT Enterprise Network Infrastructure Architecture, include provide assessments of enterprise network modernization projects, costs, design concept and design changes, identify and achieve program goals and objectives; communicate assignments, milestones, and deadlines; solving work problems; evaluate work performance of subordinates; give advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters providing information; interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommend appointment, promotion, or reassignment to such positions; hears and resolves complaints from employees, referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level supervisor or manager; and effects minor disciplinary measures.
Develop standard operating procedures and manage both government and contract IT Staff in the development, installation, configuration, securing/hardening, testing, maintenance, patching, upgrading and troubleshooting activities associated with network engineering and operations technical team in the planning, analysis, design, implementation and management of the enterprise data, voice, wireless and mobile network to meet the needs of the Department of Transportation mission, goals, and processes. Plans or executes the installation, upgrade and or tech refresh of network infrastructure components and architects new network infrastructure.
Provide technical guidance/support for developing or troubleshooting systems. Protect government information technology systems (supervision or control of information technology systems, authority to bypass significant technical and operational security controls for general support systems, or access to major applications – the scope of these duties exceeds that of ordinary or routine computer use).Supports and assists the establishment and management of a consensus-based, participatory Department Enterprise Infrastructure Architecture Program to facilitate inoperability, information exchange, and sharing of data and technology applications.
Ideal Candidate: OST is looking for a senior level professional, motivated and self-reliant individual who can manage myriad Enterprise Network services, implementation and management of IT infrastructure; and who is knowledgeable of collective cybersecurity policies and best practices to provide Enterprise level services in functional areas of the Department of Transportation into the Common Operating Environment (COE).
PLEASE NOTE:This announcement establishes an open continuous (3 month) vacancy announcement. Given our continuing need for top professionals in this field, we will review applications on an as needed basis.
You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify
Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE FORM: Position requires completion of OGE-450, Financial Disclosure Form.
Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.
To qualify for the Grade 15, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-14, it must include:
Experience in supervising a team of network engineers in the design, implementation and management of IT systems (voice, video and data) to support customers at multiple locations across various regions, local and state.
Experience in managing the implementation and operations of various network-based technology such as Cisco, Firewalls, Wireless, VoIP, LAN/WAN, Enterprise network security, 802.11 wireless solution, IPv4 to IPv6 migration planning, or VTC for multiple locations across various regions, local and state. Also experience in Multi-Protocol Layer Switching (MPLS), Software- Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) and Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP).
Experience in network project management that includes requirement and scope development, solution architecture, cost estimating and resource management.
In addition to meeting the above described specialized experience requirements, your IT experience will be evaluated and be expected to include described experience in the following competencies:
Attention to Detail: Work is thorough and conscientious about attending to detail.
Customer Service: Working with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, providing information or assistance, assigning staff to resolve their problems, or satisfying their expectations; knowing about available products and services; committed to providing quality products and services.
Oral Communication: Expressing 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); making clear and convincing oral presentations; listening to others, attending to nonverbal cues, and responding appropriately.
Problem Solving: Identifying problems; determining accuracy and relevance of information; using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and making recommendations based on technical requirements.
For all types of consideration, 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.
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All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Additional information
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
PLEASE NOTE: FAC-COR Certificate Level II required. If selectee does not currently hold either of the above certifications, they will be required to obtain the above certifications within 24 months of onboarding. After receiving FAC-COR Certificate Level II the incumbent must complete at a minimum, 40 continuous learning- points every two years initial and refresher training to employees serving in a COTR or COR role.
Qualified CTAP/ICTAP candidates receive priority and will be referred to the hiring manager.
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.
For this announcement, all applicants will be reviewed to determine if they meet the basic qualifications for this position, specifically the educational requirements. Applications that are verified to meet the basic qualifications will be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants will not be rated or ranked. Veteran’s Preference does NOT apply.
DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE: PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated by a resume. If, upon review, it is determined that your resume and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, your application may be removed from consideration.
Please ensure that your work history provides enough details to support your answers.
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.
ALL Applicants must provide a resume that fully supports the required specialized experience and was created within USA Jobs Resume Builder and respond to the vacancy questions by the closing date of the vacancy. Formatted resumes can be uploaded when you arrive at the DOT application system. For assistance with the resume builder, please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/build/
DISPLACED EMPLOYEES: If requesting consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency CTAP program (ICTAP), you must meet the well qualified standards for this vacancy (meeting minimum requirements for position and scoring at least an 85) and provide all of the following documents:
your most recent performance appraisal,
the proof of eligibility letter from the Agency, and
your most current SF-50, displaying current series and grade.
Displaced employees may be eligible for ICTAP or CTAP priority consideration.
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USA Jobs does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date of the announcement.
To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at: Transjobs@dot.gov
DOT, OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com (Select "My USAJobs" and click "Applications". Within two weeks of the closing date, a Human Resources Specialist will evaluate your application. Qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager. If you are selected for an interview, the hiring agency will contact you directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
ALL Applicants must provide a resume that fully supports the required specialized experience and was created within USA Jobs Resume Builder and respond to the vacancy questions by the closing date of the vacancy. Formatted resumes can be uploaded when you arrive at the DOT application system. For assistance with the resume builder, please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/build/
DISPLACED EMPLOYEES: If requesting consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency CTAP program (ICTAP), you must meet the well qualified standards for this vacancy (meeting minimum requirements for position and scoring at least an 85) and provide all of the following documents:
your most recent performance appraisal,
the proof of eligibility letter from the Agency, and
your most current SF-50, displaying current series and grade.
Displaced employees may be eligible for ICTAP or CTAP priority consideration.
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USA Jobs does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date of the announcement.
To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at: Transjobs@dot.gov
DOT, OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com (Select "My USAJobs" and click "Applications". Within two weeks of the closing date, a Human Resources Specialist will evaluate your application. Qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager. If you are selected for an interview, the hiring agency will contact you directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
