Clarification from the agency

Internal to an Agency = Open to current permanent ODNI employees Federal Employees = This detail opportunity is for current competitive and excepted service employees only. If you are not a current federal civilian employee you will not be eligible for this position. ODNI Joint Duty Assignments do not apply to members of the Military service or contractors. Applicants from federal agencies may be considered for this position as a reimbursable detailee, if endorsed by the employing agency.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and leverage a strong working relationship across all ODNI components, as well as serving as a focal point for IT Service Providers, ensuring optimal delivery of IT Services to the ODNI;

Delivered focused and timely support to key leadership elements and ensure uninterrupted delivery of services and capabilities required by those individuals to execute their appointed duties;

Improve the cyber security posture of internal ODNI networks and systems and negotiate corresponding support from partner service providers as reflected in the annual Federal Information Security and Management Act (FISMA) audit;

Increase reliability and availability of ODNI owned and operated systems, networks and tools;

Provide direction, guidance, and set overarching organizational priorities to a diverse staff of nearly 100 IT staff officers and contract professionals;

Provide personnel management and employee development (i.e., evaluate the performance and skills of subordinates, provide actionable feedback, review training and career development plans, etc.);

Serve as senior stakeholder for IT-related transformation projects and key initiatives __ such as the integration of IT services across the ODNI components, increase reliance on ODNI owned and operated networks, systems, and tools, migration of applications to the IC Cloud, and forging a unified and integrated ODNIIT strategy -- with a view to optimizing ODNI IT for efficiency, effectiveness, and security;

Understand and influence IC IT direction on behalf of the OONI, share the role of OONI representative to IC boards, and interpret and communicate across the OONI the actions of the IC member agencies as they affect the future direction of OONI IT;

Review, formulate, and update policy documents, monitoring the relevance and efficacy of policies that impact the ODNl's information services. The successful candidate is expected to be a highly-motivated officer with broad experience in: personnel management, team building, budget planning and execution, change management, proactive customer service, collaboration with IC partners, strategic planning, and effective decision-making. The OONI CIO must also be able to manage both the strategic and day-to-day office activities of the ClO, serving as the executive leader for the IT delivery and oversight functions of the organization.

Manage and lead a professional staff, assess performance, and oversee goal setting, and provide feedback on personal and professional development. Interact with managers to ensure compliance, and collaboration with policies which aide in developing an organizational culture.

Conditions of employment

Must be a current permanent ODNI employee.

OR

Must be a current permanent Federal employee
Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment.
Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*
The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.

Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

Sustained excellent performance, with a minimum of 10 years leading and management of a CIO component, either at CIA or another IC Agency, including senior management responsibilities.

Minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited university in Computer Science, IT Engineering, Physical Science, Program Management, a closely-related discipline, or equivalent professional work experience.

Outstanding leadership and management abilities with demonstrated experience successfully leading a large complex IT organization comprised of a highly diversified and skilled staff/contractor workforce at dispersed locations; demonstrated experience leading strategic planning, process improvement, or change management initiatives; an ability to monitor the progress of multiple concurrent and highly visible requirements with the ability to take required corrective actions; and apply creative problem solving skills to resolve issues in a timely manner.

Excellent customer support and management skills, with proven ability to support demanding customers.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to effectively and professionally communicate to audiences at all levels.

Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and influence others to achieve objectives and lead change; foster teamwork and establish productive relationships with customers and IT partners across the Agency and the IC; and work with senior-level customers across the organization by listening, communicating, and translating business needs into solid technical requirements.

Displayed ability to understand and promptly provide guidance on complex technical issues to a diverse customer base and across organizational boundaries and levels, to include a thorough knowledge and ability to ensure compliance with Cyber Security guidelines, and Safety and Counterintelligence regulations, policies and procedures.

Broad knowledge of CIA and IC networks (i.e. ADN, AIN, JWICS, SIPRNET).

In-depth understanding of how CIA IT services and processes contribute to the ODNl's mission.

Desired Requirements:

COTR level II or III certification.

Master's degree in Computer Science, IT Engineering, or a closely-related discipline.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.