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Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Enterprise Services
The salary range for this position is $132,552 to $199,300.00 per annum. The total compensation package includes other benefits and options.
Total employer paid contributions are worth approximately $20,000 - $27,000 excluding paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and performance-based bonuses.
03/29/2021 to 04/22/2021
$132,552 - $199,300 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
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Full-time
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EXSER/21-11072785-CBP
596718900
Applications will be accepted for this Reassignment Opportunity from qualified current and former Members of the Senior Executive Service, and Graduates of an SES Candidate Development Program, who were certified by an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board. U.S. citizenship is required.
Note: This amends Reassignment Opportunity Announcement EXSER-21-11072785-CBP to change the area of consideration to accept applications from qualified current and former Members of the Senior Executive Service (SES), and SES Candidate Development Program Graduates, who were certified by an OPM Qualifications Review Board - and to extend the closing date from 04-15-21 to 04-22-21.
As Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Information and Technology (OIT), at U.S. Customs and border Protection (CBP), you will lead a staff of 2,200 employees, who support CBP's business processes with the design, development, programming, testing, implementation, training, and maintenance of the agency's automated systems. You will be responsible for the maintenance of applied technologies, and you will oversee both in-house and cloud-based applications and systems including hardware, software, data, network, video, radio, and voice communications. You will also oversee the identification and evaluation of new technologies for applications in support of CBP business processes.
You will oversee all aspects of the cyber security program; the establishment of automated interfaces between CBP, other countries, various trade groups, and government agencies; and matters related to border security, trade, and mission support processing and systems development. OIT personnel are responsible for managing all aspects of tactical communications, including the 24x7 operations of the National Law Enforcement Communications Center.
You will support the Assistant Commissioner, OIT, in overseeing:
Information/Data - Application Programs: Data Management (Data Services and Analytics); Agile Application Development, Network Engineering, Application Maintenance, Software and Platform as a Service Offerings, Mobile Application Development and Maintenance, and software system Architecture.
Technology/Systems - Infrastructure Programs: Cloud Computing; Technology Training; Help Desk Services; Logistics and Supply; Depot/Engineering Support/Repair; Field Support; Network Engineering, Network Management; Data Center Infrastructure and Services; Tactical Communications; and Field Technology Infrastructure.
Enterprise IT Governance: Governance to support all CBP Mission areas, FITARA (Financial Management, Acquisition Management, Workforce Management, IT Portfolio Management), IT Strategy, Performance Management, Enterprise Architecture/Technical Reference Model, and Data/Information Resource Management (IRM), including Records Management.
Cybersecurity: Security across an IT/IRM Lifecycle, including 24x7 security operations and compliance with FISMA and Privacy Act.
Trusted Partner Initiatives: Support for regular reviews with mission stakeholders, focusing holistically on their program issues, requirements, and portfolio management.
Who May Apply: Applications will be accepted for this Reassignment Opportunity from qualified current and former Members of the Senior Executive Service, and Graduates of an SES Candidate Development Program, who were certified by an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board. U.S. citizenship is required.
Selective Service: If you are a male and are hired, and if you were born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986: Seeks to preserve jobs for those who are legally entitled to them: American citizens and aliens who are authorized to work in our country. This law requires employees to provide a document or documents that establish identity and employment eligibility.
Position Designation: This position is designated as Career Reserved
Relocation Bonus: CBP may authorize a relocation bonus (not to exceed 25% of basic pay) for an eligible selectee. A service agreement is required.
Relocation Expenses: We may choose to pay your relocation expenses in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.
Background Investigation: This position is a sensitive position and the tentative selectee must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation as a condition of placement/retention in the position. A Top Secret security clearance is required.
Note: The Federal Government does not to deny employment to individuals who are currently or who have been unemployed, nor does it deny employment to individuals who have had financial difficulties through no fault of their own.
Drug Testing: This position has been identified as a Testing Designated Position under the Customs and Border Protection, Drug-Free Workplace Program. Satisfactory completion of the drug test is a condition of placement and/or employment in the position and the incumbent(s) of this position is thereafter subject to Random Drug Testing.
Travel: Occasional travel is required.
Leave: You will earn 26 vacation days and 13 days of sick leave per year. In addition, the Government observes 10 regular paid holidays each year.
Probationary Period: You will serve a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education, and you may undergo an interview and reference check. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selection to the appointing authority. You must meet all qualification requirements and have previously been certified by an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) to be considered for this position.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection:
Political Appointee Employee Verification: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
Financial Disclosure: If you are hired, you will have to complete a Public Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days after appointment.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
You must submit a résumé to describe your qualifications. Your résumé must not exceed five pages, including an optional cover letter. Any additional information beyond five pages will not be evaluated. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Résumés must be submitted using the USAJobs website Application Manager.
Please visit this site to create your account and apply for this position - https://www.usajobs.govTo verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account and check your applicant profile dashboard, which will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Our Benefits Package: You will be eligible for performance bonuses of 5 to 20 % of base pay for superior accomplishments. You will be covered by a defined benefit, contributory Federal retirement system. You may participate in a retirement savings investment plan that offers before-tax savings and tax-deferred investment earnings. You may select one of a variety of health plans and options under the Government's Federal Employees' Health Benefits program and you may participate in the Federal Employees' Group Life and Long Term Care Insurance Programs. You will earn 26 vacation days and 13 days of sick leave per year. In addition, the Government observes 10 regular paid holidays each year. You can review our benefits here.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/596718900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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