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Director Operations Plans and Exercises

Department of Defense
Defense Information Systems Agency
EX/Operations, Plans, and Exercises Directorate
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Summary

If you enjoy a challenging job and would like to make a difference with our national defense and security, DISA is the place for you. DISA provides secure and reliable communications and computing support that enables the President and our military forces to communicate globally through voice, video, and data transmission. DISA is a leader implementing "people programs" and offers a broad range of quality-of-life and training programs. Go to http://www.disa.mil/ for more information.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
08/20/2024 to 09/10/2024
Salary
$180,359 to - $221,900 per year

This is a Tier 2 position with salary range of $180,359.00 to $213,000.00 annually

Pay scale & grade
ES 00
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Meade, MD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Senior Executive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
SES-DISA-12516689-24MF
Control number
805615800

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Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified individuals.

Duties

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Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

a. Provides the synchronization of capabilities and services that are always available, reliable and secure in support of the DoDIN.

b. Provides oversight to the J-3 for the direction and synchronization of the Agency in support of Joint Cyberspace Operations.

c. Provides oversight to the J-5 for the planning and the strategy of DISA's operational and strategic footprint by developing the Agency's Cyberspace campaign plans and policies in support of Combatant Commanders and the DoD.

d. Provides oversight to the J-7 for readiness reporting, joint exercise planning, quality assurance, joint lessons learned, continuity of operations program and network operations readiness reviews.

e. Provides overall management, operations, and maintenance of all assigned information processing elements within J-3/5/7, ensuring that responsive, reliable, and cost-effective processing services are provided to all customers. Exercises operational control of all assigned information technology within J-3/5/7.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.
  • This position is a Testing Designated Position.
  • Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, required.
  • The incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain Classified Courier orders.

Qualifications

Guide To Senior Executive Service Qualification: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf

Basic Requirement For the 2210 Information Technology: Applicants must demonstrate on their resume that they have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your resume that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), Technical Qualifications and other qualifications, if applicable, listed below.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):

Applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as 'ineligible.' Additional information on the ECQs is available at www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Please limit your written statements to 2 pages per ECQ (maximum 10 pages for all ECQs)

ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.

ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.

ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.

ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

Failure to meet any one of the technical qualifications requirements automatically disqualifies an applicant.

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. Please limit your written statements up to 2 pages per technical qualification (maximum 6 pages for all MTQs).

Technical Qualifications (Mandatory):
MTQ 1. Demonstrated leadership experience of an Information Technology (IT) organization as well as experience in IT operations.
MTQ 2. In-depth knowledge of, and demonstrated expertise in, planning and managing investment strategies for the application of information technology and telecommunications technology in a large, diverse, multi- disciplined organization.
MTQ 3. Expertise and in-depth knowledge of enterprise architecture development and implementation.

DoD Joint Enterprise-wide Experience: Possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should 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.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

Competitive wages, flexible schedules and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages found in either government or private sector. These extraordinary benefits encompass health, pay, work/life balance, and growth & learning. To find out more, visit our benefits information page: http://www.disa.mil/careers/benefits.html.

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Current and Former Career SES members, and graduates of SES CDP programs with OPM Certified ECQ's need to only address the technical qualifications (and need not respond to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)). Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
  • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
  • The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain, at minimum, a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • The incumbent will be required to obtain and maintain Special Compartmentalized security access. The performance of those official duties where the loss or compromise of such information would cause exceptionally grave damage to National Security.
  • The position is a Drug Testing Designated Position.
  • The incumbent is required to comply with the provision of the Ethics in Government Act, Public Law 95-521, as amended, which requires the submission of a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, upon assuming the position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
  • All newly appointed career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights Obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
  • Occasional Travel Required.
  • Permanent Change of Station Costs (PCS) may be paid. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
  • Relocation allowances will be considered.
  • You may serve up to a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
  • All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.

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, experience and education. Your application will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and a reference check. The Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority. Unless you have already been certified by a Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by a QRB before appointment can occur.

Criminal History Inquiries- If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency @ dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.ssc-cc@mail.mil

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