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The Office of Information Technology provides IT infrastructure for all network services and systems hosted within the Division including the planning, analysis, design, testing, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and support of desktop computer hardware, all network hardware and services, and software and images.
The incumbent serves as the Information Security and Enterprise Architect to ensure that current/future IT Infrastructure are defended against emerging cybersecurity threats.
09/06/2023 to 09/20/2023
$132,368 - $172,075 per year
GS 14
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent -
Full-time -
Competitive
14
No
Yes
ENRD-23-051-DE
747430100
This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority.
This vacancy is also being announced concurrently with Ann# ENRD-23-051-MP for employees with Federal status or eligibility and applicants eligible for special appointment authorities. Please review that announcement to determine if you are eligible to apply. Note: Applicants must apply separately to receive consideration for both announcements.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
To qualify for GS-14, you must meet A and B below:
A) You must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below:
B) You must have one year of specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-13 Federal grade level or above (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Examples of specialized experience include: experience managing enterprise networks, advising on and making recommendations on technical solutions to resolve system vulnerabilities; experience mitigating vulnerabilities and breaches in information systems and using IT tools and products to protect and maintain the availability, integrity and confidentiality of information systems.
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 skill and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
This announcement is being advertised under a government-wide Direct-Hire Authority issued by OPM for positions in certain hard-to-fill occupational fields. Veterans Preference and other Category Rating procedures do not apply to this announcement.
Applicants must simply be determined to possess the specialized experience and basic qualifications required of the position. The hiring office may interview and select any qualified candidate of their choosing from the qualified pool. See OPM, Direct Hire Authority for more information.
Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to or claim veteran preference (VP), you can find additional information at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide/
Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
Benefits: DOJ offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under the provisions of the Direct-Hire Authority (DHA), rating, ranking and veterans' preference does not apply; therefore, your responses to the questionnaire will not be used to determine a scored rating.
All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements, as defined in the job opportunity announcement, will be referred for selection consideration. While veterans' preference does not apply in Direct Hire Authority, preference eligibles are encouraged to submit their supporting documentation (DD-214 stating disposition of discharge or character of service, VA letter, SF-15, etc.).
*Note: Additional candidates may be selected if more positions become available within 90 days after the HR office issues the selection certificate.
You must submit a detailed resume containing the following information for each job entry listed in your employment history:
You must apply online through USAJOBS. Click on the APPLY button. Follow the prompts to login or create an account, answer a few questions, and submit all required documents by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login). All of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Office of Human Resources using the contact information below.
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/747430100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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