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IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

Department of Defense
Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
J6 Directorate for Command, Control, Communications, and Computers I Cyber
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Summary

This position is being filled under DoD Modified Direct Hire Authority, PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023

This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent perform duties with considerable independence to accomplish objectives in the areas of system requirements generation, program development, IT/National Security Systems standards and delivery of enterprise C4\Cyber services and capabilities.

Overview

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Open date: 06/09/2026
Closed date: 06/17/2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$169,279 - $197,200 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 15
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
Yes
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
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Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
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Announcement number
JCS-26-12975277-DH
Control number
872342700

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Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens

Duties

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This position is being filled under DoD Modified Direct Hire Authority, PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023

As a IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) at the GS-2210-15 some of your typical work assignments may include:

  • Develops, implements and manages execution of C4\Cyber policy, direction, plans, standards and instructions.
  • Advises and assists one-star Deputy Director on all matters related to C4\Cyber policy, personnel matters, financial oversight, and the development and implementation of long-term strategies that effectively support the organization's strategic direction.
  • Maintains overall responsibility for integrated, responsive staff support to the Deputy Director for decision support, knowledge management, operations management, strategy, studies, documents, plans, and other actions required to assist him and his subordinate organizations in accomplishing the mission.
  • Provides oversight of C4/Cyber Requirements, C4/Cyber Capabilities, Space, Nuclear C3, Spectrum Management, Cybersecurity guidance and Coalition/Mission Partner systems support, to the Deputy Director, C4\Cyber Employment and Modernization, in providing material and non-material capability recommendations and proposes interoperability programmatic recommendations in close coordination with the Director, Joint Requirements Oversight Council; the Department of War Chief Information Officer; and the Combatant Command J-6's.
  • Provides technical review support and policy guidance in the development and sustainment of joint integrated and interoperable capabilities, leveraging existing technologies and non-material efforts to address near-term warfighting shortfall for the joint force.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Occasional Travel
  • Work Schedule: Full-time
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Not Required
  • Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONALLY telework eligible
  • Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance.
  • This position is designated as a Drug Testing Position (TDP)
  • Incumbent must perform occasional travel away from the normal duty station and must be willing and able to travel on military and commercial aircraft, vessels, and/or vehicles (travel with little notice may be required).
  • Occasional travel both nationally and internationally is required
  • May be required to work other than normal duty hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and will be compensated within the scope/guidelines of government civilian employment
  • Continuous education must focus on strategic planning, evolving cyber law, and policy oversight, requiring a minimum of20 Continuous Professional Development (CPD) hours annually.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS -15 , if you fulfill the following qualifications:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service as listed below:

  • Exercises authority over operations, organizational performance, special and staff actions and projects across the enterprise;
  • Advises and assists one-star Deputy Director on all matters related to C4\Cyber policy, personnel matters, financial oversight, and the development and implementation of long-term strategies that effectively support the organization's strategic direction;
  • Responsible for the technical analysis, review, coordination, integration, and synchronization of directorate products in support of validating requirements and delivering C4\Cyber capabilities to joint warfighters; Reviews all Strategic Policy documents supporting the transformation of the Joint Force and ensures C4\Cyber programs, applications, and services are developed and delivered consistent with the Joint Force envisioned in those documents;
  • Provides oversight of C4/Cyber Requirements, C4/Cyber Capabilities, Space, Nuclear C3, Spectrum Management, Cybersecurity guidance and Coalition/Mission Partner systems support, to the Deputy Director, C4\Cyber Employment and Modernization,
  • Provides material and non-material capability recommendations and proposes interoperability programmatic recommendations in close coordination with the Director, Joint Requirements Oversight Council; the Department of War, Chief Information Officer; and the Combatant Command J-6

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Other Notes:

As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106., DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment.
You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov))

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 will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position.

Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements.

Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.

For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx

Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program(ICTAP): This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria AND 2) be rated well-qualified for the position AND 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. Well-qualified means you possess the type and quality of experience that exceeds the position's minimum qualifications. See the Required Documents section of this announcement for more information.

Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below.

Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Mission Statement: This position is located within the Joint Staff, Office of the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer (OCDAO), under the authority of the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (VCJCS). The Joint Staff OCDAO serves as the principal advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) and the VCJCS on matters related to data, analytics, and artificial intelligence (DAAI).The Joint Staff OCDAO is responsible for accelerating the Joint Staff's digital transformation while balancing risk, aligning strategic processes, and advancing Joint Force design, modernization, and development.

Agency contact information

JCS Servicing team
Phone
614-692-2646
Email
DHRS-D-JCS@dla.mil
Address
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Joint Staff
Pentagon
Washington, DC 20318
US

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