Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to all qualified candidates.

• Serves as the expert senior advisor and assistant to the Director, Deputy Director and senior leaders on all aspects and management of a worldwide Information Technology (IT) systems in order to shape the organization, control its directions, serve the users and accomplish its mission.
• Designs, manages, and executes key Information Technology Program areas that support the commissary operational mission and transformation initiatives.
• Employs a customer-service focus, in order to oversee and direct the agency's acquisition and deployment of hardware equipment, telecommunications capabilities and software applications, all of which are required for successful performance of the DECA mission.
• Solely responsible to ensure information policy and business requirements are reflected in architectures and plans across DOD and DECA enterprise as a means to ensure information sharing, visibility, assurance and interoperability.
• Possesses solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations combined with an understanding of the opportunities and risks of integrating cutting edge technologies such as: Social Collaboration Platforms, Streaming Media, Information Flow and Cloud Based IT.
• This is a Cybersecurity position. Serves as the designated Authorizing Official (AO). As the AO, the incumbent is the senior Agency official with responsibility for operating and ensuring the information systems platform and ITS services and products under their authority operate securely.
• Serves as Designated Authorizing Official, responsible for formally assuming responsibility for operating the IT system at an acceptable level of risk.
• Oversees all matters relating to Information Technology security including cyber security telecommunications security, and physical and personnel security.

Conditions of employment

• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Must be a U.S. citizen or National.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• Veteran preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service
• Must be able to obtain/maintain Critical-Sensitive/Top Secret clearance
• Mobility Agreement: All newly appointed Career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
• Probationary Period: You will serve a one-year Senior Executive Service (SES) probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
• Financial Disclosure: Senior Executives are required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521, which requires the submission of a financial disclosure statement (OGE-278), upon assuming an SES position.
• Senior Executives are required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF 306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background check.
• Overtime: None
• Relocation and/or Recruitment incentives authorized per applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Tour of Duty: May include irregular work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Subject to a 1-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed).
• Drug testing not required.
• You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This position requires a DAWIA Information Technology, Level III acquisition professional certification. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 24 months after entry into this position.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial transportation including air or land during the performance of officially assigned duties.

Qualifications

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs) and TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs):

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

TQ 1: Expert knowledge and demonstrated leadership in managing a robust Information Technology (IT) program, providing overall strategic direction to programs in a Federal Agency or large corporation, including policy and planning, Cyber Security, systems analysis, applications software, operating systems, network services, systems administration, and customer support.

TQ 2: Expert knowledge and experience in developing and implementing strategic information plans that include identifying innovative and leading edge solutions, implementing robust project planning, defining budgetary needs and securing funding, building and leading a tech savvy and leading edge workforce, achieving quality improvements and results, meeting audit requirements, and standardizing systems.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

There are five ECQs:

• ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
• ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
• ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
• ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
• ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

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 the 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 within the resume.

Information Technology (IT) Management Series Basic Requirements:

In addition, the 2210 series, requires that individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. A separate narrative statement is not required. This information should be within the resume.

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

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 for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documents, for the quality and the extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education as it relates to the technical competencies, identified below, which are required for this position. Your application will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference check.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/.