The incumbent serves as the principal advisor to the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Command, Control, and Communications (DCIO C3) and supports by promulgating guidance and providing functional expertise to the CIO in order to shape the joint information environment by managing the integration of various technical disciplines and projects toward a cohesive military capability for the warfighter regarding the C3 information infrastructure environment.
Summary
The incumbent serves as the principal advisor to the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Command, Control, and Communications (DCIO C3) and supports by promulgating guidance and providing functional expertise to the CIO in order to shape the joint information environment by managing the integration of various technical disciplines and projects toward a cohesive military capability for the warfighter regarding the C3 information infrastructure environment.
The Principal Director to the DCIO (C3) is responsible for providing technical advice and counsel to the DCIO in the areas of C2, communications, spectrum management and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT). Major duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Provides technical expertise to the DCIO (C3), the DoD CIO, and Deputy CIOs (DCIOs) on all matters to include joint and allied interoperability related to communications capabilities which includes technical disciplines ranging from communications and electronic component technology to highly complex systems that involve qualitative and quantitative analyses employing a variety of disciplines.
Provides guidance related to the integration and synchronization of defense-wide communications and infrastructure programs and efforts to achieve and maintain information dominance for DoD.
Leads development of DoD policies and strategies for design, architecture, interoperability standards, capability development and sustainment of critical C2 and communications needed to support National Security / Emergency Preparedness, COOP/COG, and Defense and National Leadership Command Capabilities.
Provides guidance and oversight of DoD's space-based PNT infrastructure in support of DoD's activities supporting the National Space-Based PNT Executive Committee and U.S. Space-Based PNT policy.
Provides senior technical advice regarding DoD spectrum and broadband communication issues before the Department of Commerce/ National Telecommunications and Information Administration.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration).
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
In order to qualify for this position, you must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).
Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 12/06/2023.
The individual selected will be required to file an 'Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
Qualifications
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately. You are required to respond to all of the technical qualifications. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ineligible. Please limit your written statements to no more than two pages per technical qualification.
An extensive technical background and broad understanding of the management of major communications systems and associated programs - to include networks associated with those systems - in the Federal government, a state or local government, or a large corporation.
Demonstrated expertise and experience in the employment of C3 systems for command and control and other critical communications functions for a complex, hierarchical organization with global operations and interface - specifically at the Federal, state or local government level or within a large corporation.
A proven ability to integrate and synchronize the development of prototype communications and network programs within a large government entity or private corporation - to include demonstrated experience in complex engineering development initiatives that emphasize C3.
DoD Joint Enterprise-Wide Experience Statement:
In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. This individual must have the ability to apply a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities is required. Executives must demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required. This information should be embedded within the application package (Resume and technical qualifications).
Education
There is no education requirement for this position.
Additional information
Veterans preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
Applications MUST be submitted through USAJobs.
Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 12/06/2023
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments and experience. The Office of the Secretary of Defense Executive Resources Board will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority.
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1. Your resume must address your qualifications for the position and cannot exceed five pages. In addition, applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy Announcement number SES-12212382-23-KF
Full name, email address, and day and evening telephone numbers
Educational information including the name, city, and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://http://www.edu.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Information about your paid and nonpaid work experience related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, and duration of employment
Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments
2. Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs): A narrative statement specifically addressing the mandatory technical qualifications should not exceed a total of two pages for each technical qualification.
3. Copy of the Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50): Current and former career SES membersmust provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THROUGH USAJOBS: In order to expedite the review of your application, you must submit a complete online application package to include the Resume and narrative statement addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications. To apply online, please select the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted.
Dept of Defense Chief Information Officer
Human Resources Directorate
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your application to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. Those considered highly qualified may undergo an interview process. A final interview with the selecting official, reference checks and other inquiries may be made prior to appointment. In addition, you will be subject to screening to ensure there is no adverse information that could affect your ability to be placed in the position. You should expect to hear back on the outcome of your application within 90 days of the closing date of the announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Your resume must address your qualifications for the position and cannot exceed five pages. In addition, applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy Announcement number SES-12212382-23-KF
Full name, email address, and day and evening telephone numbers
Educational information including the name, city, and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://http://www.edu.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Information about your paid and nonpaid work experience related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, and duration of employment
Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments
2. Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs): A narrative statement specifically addressing the mandatory technical qualifications should not exceed a total of two pages for each technical qualification.
3. Copy of the Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50): Current and former career SES membersmust provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THROUGH USAJOBS: In order to expedite the review of your application, you must submit a complete online application package to include the Resume and narrative statement addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications. To apply online, please select the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted.
Dept of Defense Chief Information Officer
Human Resources Directorate
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your application to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. Those considered highly qualified may undergo an interview process. A final interview with the selecting official, reference checks and other inquiries may be made prior to appointment. In addition, you will be subject to screening to ensure there is no adverse information that could affect your ability to be placed in the position. You should expect to hear back on the outcome of your application within 90 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
