This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense pursuant to 5 U.S.C. § 9905.
DISA has been delegated authority by the Under Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified candidates possessing a finance, accounting, or management background related to the functions of the position to be filled.
Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference does not apply under this Direct-Hire Authority (DHA).
Summary
This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense pursuant to 5 U.S.C. § 9905.
DISA has been delegated authority by the Under Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified candidates possessing a finance, accounting, or management background related to the functions of the position to be filled.
Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference does not apply under this Direct-Hire Authority (DHA).
Develops complex budgetary products across diverse funding streams (e.g., appropriated or working capital funds) throughout the financial planning and execution lifecycle to support executive strategic initiatives.
Directs the development of financial policies and procedures to ensure effective strategic planning, resource allocation, and management of large-scale, multi-appropriation budgetary requirements.
Provides expert financial advice across the organization regarding the formulation of comprehensive annual budget submissions, long-term financial estimates, and executive-level budget proposals.
Conducts operational evaluations and develops recurring or ad-hoc financial analytics, presenting actionable insights to C-suite and senior executive leaders for strategic decision-making.
Performs supervisory duties, including directing subordinate supervisors and cross-functional teams, planning workflow, setting strategic priorities, and overseeing administrative actions and performance management.
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.
Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
Qualifications
Specialized Experience:
To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the federal service or private sector. Qualifying specialized experience is defined as leading a team in comprehensive financial planning, resource allocation, and budget formulation for a large-scale enterprise or organization, which must include demonstrating ALL of the following:
Budget Formulation & Governance: Leading the development of overarching budget policies, execution guidance, and operational fiscal processes.
Strategic Resource Allocation: Evaluating and prioritizing enterprise-level budget submissions to ensure direct alignment with overarching organizational strategy and mission objectives.
Executive Fiscal Decision-Making: Authorizing and rendering critical enterprise-, corporate-, or agency-wide budgetary determinations.
Policy & Economic Analysis: Assessing the impact of emerging statutory mandates, legislative changes, public policies, or economic shifts on financial planning activities.
Executive Defense: Communicating and defending complex budgetary and resource requirements before Senior Executive Service (SES) members, agency leadership, or corporate C-suite executives.
In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements, qualified applicants must also possess the quality of experience as it relates to how closely or to what extent an applicant's background, recency of experience, education, and training are relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the announced position. Candidates must clearly demonstrate the possession of knowledge, skills and abilities, or competencies necessary to successfully perform the work of the position at the appropriate level to be qualified for the position. Applicants must describe how their experience meets the competencies within the body of the resume. No separate statements addressing skills or competencies are required.
Qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.
Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2026); and full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). Read more about what you should include in your federal resume at USAJOBS.
Volunteer Experience: 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
There is no substitution of education for specialized experience at the GS-15 grade level.
Additional information
This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense pursuant to 5 U.S.C. § 9905. Traditional competitive rating, ranking, Category Rating, and veterans' preference do not apply to selections made under this authority.
A one year probationary or trial period may be required.
This position is subject to completion of 1 year probationary period for assignment to a supervisory position.
Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
Moving costs MAY be paid.
Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized.
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.
This is a Financial Management Level 3 Certified position. IAW Public Law 112-81 and DoD Policy the incumbent shall comply with the requirements of DoD FM Certification Program.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Displaced federal employees who meet ICTAP eligibility and are determined well-qualified will receive selection priority.
The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants.
Selection is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) and applicable reemployment priority programs.
You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
For more information regarding qualifications requirements please click here.
All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Authority (5 U.S.C. § 9905). Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to verify that you meet the basic minimum qualification and specialized experience requirements. Candidates who meet the basic qualifications will be referred to the selecting official unranked. Traditional rating, category ranking, and veterans' preference do not apply.
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.
ICTAP Selection Priority: Displaced federal employees who meet the ICTAP eligibility criteria and are determined to be "Well-Qualified" (meeting all basic qualifications and specialized experience criteria listed in this announcement) will be given selection priority in accordance with 5 CFR Part 330, Subpart G.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
FOR THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED AS THEY APPLY STATED BELOW AND MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT. NOT ALL DOCUMENTS WILL APPLY TO EVERYONE.
Complete initial Eligibility Questionnaire: Your resume must demonstrate the quality of your work as it relates to the experience requirements outlined in the job announcement.
SF-50 - Current and former federal employees, including those currently working for the agency, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type. Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification.
Veterans' Preference Documentation: Not applicable. Veterans' preference does not apply to positions filled under Direct Hire Authority (5 U.S.C. § 9905).
ICTAP Eligible (if applicable) - A copy of the RIF separation notice and SF50 if available.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. To download the checklist, select "Save" or "Save As" instead of "Open." Save the document to your device then open it as a PDF. Once the form is opened, select "Enable All Features" and the form will populate so that it can be completed. https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/forms/dd3000_3499/DD3145-4/
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 10/14/2026.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/14/2026 , 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 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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Your Resume
Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2026); and full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). Read more about what you should include in your federal resume at USAJOBS.
DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; Social Security Number; Photos of yourself; Personal information, such as age, sex, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and digitally signed documents. Read more about what should leave out of your federal resume at USAJOBS.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire
Other required supporting documents: (SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ON REQUIRED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS)
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
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 - CF/Office of the Chief Financial Officer
6910 Cooper Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgment email confirming that your submission was successful. The occupational questionnaire and your resume will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications and specialized experience requirements. Qualified candidates will be placed on an unranked certificate and referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and potential interviews. You will be notified of the outcome after each stage of the process. Tentative selections are subject to successful completion of suitability and security background investigations.
FOR THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED AS THEY APPLY STATED BELOW AND MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT. NOT ALL DOCUMENTS WILL APPLY TO EVERYONE.
Complete initial Eligibility Questionnaire: Your resume must demonstrate the quality of your work as it relates to the experience requirements outlined in the job announcement.
SF-50 - Current and former federal employees, including those currently working for the agency, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type. Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification.
Veterans' Preference Documentation: Not applicable. Veterans' preference does not apply to positions filled under Direct Hire Authority (5 U.S.C. § 9905).
ICTAP Eligible (if applicable) - A copy of the RIF separation notice and SF50 if available.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. To download the checklist, select "Save" or "Save As" instead of "Open." Save the document to your device then open it as a PDF. Once the form is opened, select "Enable All Features" and the form will populate so that it can be completed. https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/forms/dd3000_3499/DD3145-4/
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 10/14/2026.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/14/2026 , 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 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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Your Resume
Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2026); and full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). Read more about what you should include in your federal resume at USAJOBS.
DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; Social Security Number; Photos of yourself; Personal information, such as age, sex, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and digitally signed documents. Read more about what should leave out of your federal resume at USAJOBS.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire
Other required supporting documents: (SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ON REQUIRED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS)
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
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 - CF/Office of the Chief Financial Officer
6910 Cooper Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755-7088
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgment email confirming that your submission was successful. The occupational questionnaire and your resume will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications and specialized experience requirements. Qualified candidates will be placed on an unranked certificate and referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and potential interviews. You will be notified of the outcome after each stage of the process. Tentative selections are subject to successful completion of suitability and security background investigations.
