This position is in the Senior Technical (ST), senior professional job category. This unique category of Federal jobs covers non-executive positions classified above the GS-15 level, and involves performance of high-level research and development in the physical, biological, medical, or engineering sciences, computer science/engineering technology, or a closely-related field. Many of the Federal Government's most renowned scientists and engineers serve in ST positions.
Summary
This position is in the Senior Technical (ST), senior professional job category. This unique category of Federal jobs covers non-executive positions classified above the GS-15 level, and involves performance of high-level research and development in the physical, biological, medical, or engineering sciences, computer science/engineering technology, or a closely-related field. Many of the Federal Government's most renowned scientists and engineers serve in ST positions.
The pivot in National and DoD direction toward data-centricity, zero trust technology, cloud adoption/acceleration, and the ability to rapidly scale enterprise cybersecurity capabilities to meet evolving threats requires an elevated level of subject matter expertise and dedicated leadership focus within key DISA mission spaces, and this position is key to help deliver those mission objectives, as well as successfully decommission legacy technologies.
The responsibilities for this position include technical leadership in all aspects of the software development lifecycle including scope and work estimation, architecture and design, coding, and automated testing within an agile and continuous integration and continuous delivery model. In this role, ACQ ST will lead dynamic teams that are singularly focused on providing world class solutions to our DoD mission partners in a collaborative, and inclusive atmosphere. Specific responsibilities include:
A technical expert and architect to lead the design, build, and enhance highly available and scalable next generation systems.
Determine and recommend the best designs based on business objectives, timelines, and other resource constraints. Additionally, direct major deliverables of projects through all aspects of the software development lifecycle including scope and work estimation, architecture and design, coding, and unit testing.
Facilitates the acquisition, development, and support of complex systems and state-of-the-art technologies. And serve as the subject matter expert, working side-by-side with government and private industry counterparts to better meet evolving needs and demands of the department.
Provides support in all functional areas of DISA's and the DoD acquisition framework delivering software development, engineering, cyber research and evolvement, and operational solutions to numerous DoD programs and systems. The incumbent will lead in all aspects of acquisition including science and technology, research and development, procurement, and deployment.
Provide technical leadership in science and technology advancements, which offer increased innovation and automation, accessibility, cost efficiency, maximum cybersecurity, and zero trust technology.
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 is required.
This position is a Drug Testing Designated Position.
Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278, is required.
Specialized Education is required.
Classified Courier orders may be required.
This is an interdisciplinary job. Series assigned to individual positions under this job will be determined based on the selectee's paramount qualifications at the time of selection.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
A. For the GS-854 Professional Engineering Series: Degree in professional engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
OR
Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: Professional registration Written Test Specified academic courses Related curriculum - With this criteria, applicants also need verification of employment from a supervisor stating you have performed professional engineering duties. For more detailed information on the above criteria, please go to http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800/
For the GS-1550 Computer Science Series: Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.
A. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQ): 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.
MTQ 1. Demonstrated expertise in planning and managing investment strategies for the acquisition, development, and deployment of information technology/cloud systems, and next generation data centers for a large (multibillion), diverse, multi-disciplined organization.
MTQ 2. Documented experience and management skills with a demonstrated ability to coordinate, integrate, implement, cloud technical solutions and capabilities deployed at the enterprise level.
MTQ 3. Demonstrated expertise in strategic change management techniques dealing with Departmental Headquarters leading reform changes for military mission partners and IT end-users (>200m).
B. SENIOR PROFESSIONAL (SP) QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the senior professional qualifications. You must address each senior professional qualification separately. Please limit your written statements up to 2 pages per qualification.
SP 1. Work experience should demonstrate the ability to negotiate with senior leaders and subject matter technical experts of the federal, military services, private industry, and/or academia to arrive at acceptable technical and business solutions and agreement on highly complex and possibly controversial heterogeneous and homogeneous information technology systems and issues; and
SP 2. Stature in the profession as indicated by memberships and activity in professional and scientific societies, honors, awards, and other recognition and leadership in national and international scientific communities. Contributions and professional reputation as evidenced by citations, patents, and/or publications which advance knowledge in the information technology/computer engineering/science/electronics fields.
Failure to meet any one of the technical qualifications requirements automatically disqualifies an applicant.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.
This is an interdisciplinary job. Series assigned to individual positions under this job will be determined based on the selectee's paramount qualifications at the time of selection.
The incumbent must be a recognized leading authority in the fields of computer science/computer engineering or a related discipline with progressive professional experience at high levels of Government or business organizations responsible for complex computer/IT programs. An undergraduate degree or master's degree inComputer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field of study, from a U.S. accrediteduniversity is mandatory. Additionally, a doctoral degree in a scientific or engineering discipline and at least ten years' experience in the research, design and development of advanced computer/zero-trust technology systems will be considered.
As a nationally or industry recognized engineering/scientific leader and technical authority, the incumbent monitors, reviews, current systems, including zero trust technologies, systems utilized by DISA's mission partners, then providing recommendations to future requirements to replace or modify upcoming legacy systems. The incumbent must be familiar with the technical requirements for accomplishment of DISA/OSD/DoD objectives. The incumbent must exercise sound judgment and should know when to seek legal/General Counsel or the advice of the DISA Contracting/Acquisition/Procurement Offices, when issues should arise requiring specific legal or business guidance. Work is pioneering and at the state-of-the-art levels. There are no applicable guidelines in most cases.
To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at the time of application. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .
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
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 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.
This position is a Testing Designated Position, which requires the incumbent to submit to random testing of urine and illegal drugs or substances.
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.
The incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain Classified Courier orders.
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 will serve a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the ST position.
All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.
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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, 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.
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1.Qualification Narratives - Written statements (no more than 2 pages per requirement) addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and the Scientific Professional Qualification(s) (SPs).
2. Résumé - You must submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy ID# 12525804
Full name, mailing and email addresses, 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 degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).
Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary.
You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
3.SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, if currently serving under an SES appointment or a government civilian employee.
4.This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript(s) required.
Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e. a resume, SP's, mandatory technical qualifications (MTQ's), and other qualifications, as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible, and accurate.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by the closing date of the announcement at 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time Zone09/16/2024, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
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.
Your resume must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, 09/16/2024
A complete application includes your written statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications as applicable, a resume, and any other documents listed below under Required Documents
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
DISA - AT/COMPONENT ACQ EXECUTIVE
6910 Cooper Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088
US
Next steps
We will conduct a qualifications evaluation of applicants who supply all requested material. Qualified applicants will be rated and ranked by an SES evaluation panel. Best qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome after approval of the selectee by the OPM Qualification Review Board (QRB). Our evaluation will be based on the information you supply. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
(317) 212-0454
dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.dfasmeritcc@mail.mil
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1.Qualification Narratives - Written statements (no more than 2 pages per requirement) addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and the Scientific Professional Qualification(s) (SPs).
2. Résumé - You must submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Vacancy ID# 12525804
Full name, mailing and email addresses, 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 degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).
Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary.
You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
3.SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, if currently serving under an SES appointment or a government civilian employee.
4.This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript(s) required.
Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e. a resume, SP's, mandatory technical qualifications (MTQ's), and other qualifications, as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible, and accurate.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by the closing date of the announcement at 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time Zone09/16/2024, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
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.
Your resume must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, 09/16/2024
A complete application includes your written statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s), and other qualifications as applicable, a resume, and any other documents listed below under Required Documents
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
DISA - AT/COMPONENT ACQ EXECUTIVE
6910 Cooper Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088
US
Next steps
We will conduct a qualifications evaluation of applicants who supply all requested material. Qualified applicants will be rated and ranked by an SES evaluation panel. Best qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome after approval of the selectee by the OPM Qualification Review Board (QRB). Our evaluation will be based on the information you supply. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
(317) 212-0454
dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.dfasmeritcc@mail.mil
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
