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Summary

This position is located in the Office of the Inspector General
The supervisor is the Deputy Inspector General.
This position is non-bargaining unit.
This position is subject to NRC security ownership restrictions and Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting and requirements.

Note: Applicants for this vacancy may be considered for other essentially identical vacancies that arise within the Office of the Inspector General.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/27/2026 to 02/26/2026
Salary
$121,785 to - $158,322 per year
Pay scale & grade
GG 13
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Rockville, MD
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—As determined by OIG agency policy
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
14 - Applicants will be considered only at the GS-13 level. The full performance level of this position is GS-14. Promotion is not guaranteed and is subject to performance, work availability, and policy.
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Q Access Authorization
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
OIG/AOS-2026-0001
Control number
855559100

Duties

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*RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION*

As the Information Technology Specialist, you will be responsible for a wide range of functions to support the use of information technology in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Ensures that OIG complies with all legislative and regulatory requirements governing the use and development of Information technology (IT) within the OIG. You will perform a wide range of activities including preparing an IT budget, procuring hardware and software, planning, implementing and administering OIG IT systems, serving as the primary liaison for the OIG on all IT issues, and providing expert IT advice to OIG’s management and staff.  In addition, you will:

  • Independently administer the IT program for the OIG in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, staying updated on IT policies, directives, and guidance from the NRC.
  • Manage the full systems development life cycle for OIG information systems, analyze end-user requirements and validates system functional requirements. Also, review existing systems for suitability and cost-effectiveness, making improvement recommendations. 
  • Develop Statements of Work for systems design and implementation. 
  • Prepare documentation for compliance with legislation and regulations, develop cost/benefit analyses, system design specifications, and codes. 
  • Implement pilot programs and test new systems. 
  • Write small programs in support of OIG’s programs. 
  • Perform system administration and maintenance activities. 
  • Provide expert advice on performance measures and statistical data calculation. 
  • Develop the IT budget, monitors expenditure, and procures hardware/software. 
  • Maintain knowledge of technology trends and provides expert advice to management and staff. 
  • Serve as the primary liaison for IT issues within the OIG and agency and coordinate with security personnel and contractors to implement and monitor computer security controls.
  • Perform ongoing systems administration functions, identify vulnerabilities and assesses network performance for security problems. Also, evaluate IT security events and takes corrective actions. 

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.
  • Successful completion of a background investigation resulting in a "Q" clearance is required, as well as the ability to maintain the "Q" clearance.
  • This position is covered and subject to prohibited securities rules.
  • This position requires the annual completion and filing of the "Confidential Financial Disclosure Report" (OGE-450).
  • This is a drug tested position.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.  

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as experience which has enabled you to provide a wide range of services that support the use of information technology for a major program office to include ensuring compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements; preparing an IT budget, procuring hardware and software; managing the full systems development life cycle, including planning, analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance; designing, implementing and monitoring computer security controls; and communicating intricate ideas, concepts, and plans to non-technical staff and senior executives. A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate should be addressed in your resume.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

1. Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and directives that affect the administration of an IT program and demonstrated ability to proactively manage an IT program for a major program office.

2. Knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques pertaining to computer security and the laws, regulations, and directives for the secure management of information systems.

3. Knowledge of basic analysis and programming techniques required for development of projects for computer operations.

4. Ability to analyze and solve problems through the use of computer processing of data.

5. Demonstrated ability to determine applicable, cost-effective enhancements and/or changes to major information systems.

6. High degree of skill in written and oral communications in order to explain intricate procedures and present complex ideas, concepts, and plans to non-technical staff, supervisors, and executive level personnel.

NOTE: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials may result in your removal from consideration.

Education

Additional information

The NRC is a zero-tolerance agency with respect to illegal drug use. Individuals selected for this position will be subject to pre-appointment drug testing unless currently in a NRC position subject to random drug testing AND will be subject to random drug testing upon appointment to the NRC.

How You will be Evaluated:
When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

  • We strongly encourage you to complete your USAJOBS profile before you submit your application for this position. 
  • OPM guidance requires a résumé of no more than two (2) pages. USAJOBS will not accept longer résumés, and applicants exceeding this limit will not be considered.
  • Please read the entire announcement. Your application for this vacancy must be received online via the USAJOBS application system BEFORE 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online application, you will not be considered for this position.
  • Paper applications will not be accepted unless hardship circumstances can be demonstrated. Requests for extensions WILL NOT be granted. If applying online poses a hardship for you, the Human Resources Specialist listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted online by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Human Resources Specialist during business hours BEFORE the closing date of the announcement and speak to someone who can provide assistance for your online submission.
  • You must answer any job specific vacancy questions. You will be rated based on your responses to any vacancy questions and especially the information provided in your resume. Breadth, recency, and length of experience in the field; training, awards, and commendations; past and current performance; and community or outside professional activities will be considered to determine your level of knowledge, skill or ability for this position. Abbreviated responses to the vacancy questions, such as “significant experience” or “see resume” do not provide enough information and should not be used. You will not be considered for this position if you leave any of the vacancy questions unanswered.
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