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IT Specialist (SYSANALYSIS)

Department of Defense
Defense Logistics Agency
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Summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows:

  • Battle Creek, MI: $105,383 - $137,000
  • Columbus, OH: $109,966- $142,957
  • Dayton, OH: $109,308- $142,103
  • Fort Belvoir, VA: $120,579- $156,755
  • New Cumberland, PA: $120,579- $156,755
  • Ogden, UT: $105,383 - $137,000
  • Philadelphia, PA: $116,123- $150,962
  • Richmond, VA: $110,083- $143,109

Overview

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Open & closing dates
07/02/2025 to 07/14/2025
Salary
$105,383 to - $156,755 per year

See Summary section for more salary information

Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Locations
1 vacancy in the following locations:
Battle Creek, MI
Whitehall, OH
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, PA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
13
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Announcement number
DLAJ6-25-12757641-MP
Control number
840008700

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Duties

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  • Leads the design, development, and lifecycle management of complex Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems...
  • ... with a focus on system automation, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and associated network architecture infrastructure.
  • Oversees and directs all phases of IT and OT system acquisition projects in alignment with DoD 5000.02 guidelines, including planning, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, implementation, and sustainment...
  • ...Manages initiatives for DLA Energy supply chain systems, including, but not limited to Automated Fuel Handling Equipment, Tank Gauging, Hydrant Equipment Monitoring Interface...
  • ...Hydrant Fuel Automated Maintenance systems, Fuels Manager Defense (FMD), and Energy Procurement Support Tools (EPST).
  • Develops acquisition strategies in compliance with DoD 5000.02 lifecycle requirements, preparing key program documentation such as Acquisition Strategy Reports (ASR)...
  • ... Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), and Program Management Plans (PMP). Collaborates with contracting and acquisition professionals to ensure seamless execution of acquisition milestones.
  • Ensures adherence to program performance requirements by maintaining compliance with cost, schedule, and performance metrics as outlined by functional and technical stakeholders...
  • ...Manages risk, mitigation strategies, and change management processes to meet program objectives.
  • Analyzes and resolves technical challenges, including complex system schematics, blueprints, and configuration/interface issues between application modules or external system partners...
  • ...Leverages analytical methods to identify and implement solutions that enhance system interoperability.
  • Evaluates and optimizes logistics business processes within automated information systems (AIS) and ICS/SCADA platforms using Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) software....
  • ...Ensures proposed system changes, enhancements, and fixes are fully aligned with operational goals while maximizing software and hardware capabilities.
  • Develops and validates functional and technical requirements, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and adherence to DoD standards...
  • ... Prepares detailed technical specifications and acquisition requirements to guide system implementation and sustainment activities.
  • Leads stakeholder engagement, coordinating and communicating with DLA Headquarters, program managers, site representatives, and other cross-functional teams...
  • ...to deliver solutions that align with business objectives, technical requirements, and operational timelines.
  • Serves as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR), managing contractor performance, tracking deliverables, and ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions...
  • ...Supports the development of Statements of Work (SOW), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), and contract modifications.
  • Duties continued in Qualifications section

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
  • Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive
  • Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Bargaining Unit Status: Yes
  • This position and any future selections from this announcement may be used to fill various shifts located within DLA Information Operations (J6) locations.

Qualifications

To qualify for an IT Specialist (SYSANALYSIS) your resume and supporting documentation must support:
  1. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
  • Recommend effective resolutions to system design and problem issues, balancing trade-offs between system performance, efficiency, customer and business needs, the criticality of the process within the business area, and the technical capabilities of current software and hardware for both IT and OT systems. Proposes solutions that align with acquisition lifecycle requirements.
  • Analyzes and evaluates customer requirements from multiple perspectives, including workflows embedded within COTS software, the technical capabilities of GOTS solutions, and the functionality of electronic components supporting logistics business operations. Ensures requirements are clearly articulated and aligned with mission objectives.
  • Ensures compliance of application interfaces, extensions, forms, and reports with regulatory requirements governing IT and OT cybersecurity, physical security, and operational safety. Verifies adherence to Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards and the agency's logistics business processes and operational objectives.
  • Manages tasks across all project phases, including requirements definition, product development, systems integration, deployment, sustainment, and implementation. Leads coordination efforts to ensure deliverables are on time, within budget, and meet mission-critical performance standards.
  • Consults with senior stakeholders and project integrators to address complex project management challenges requiring innovative and precedent-setting solutions. Resolves conflicts in technology, methodology, policy, and guidance to ensure successful project execution and alignment.
  • Leads technical assessments of system designs, recommending improvements that maximize the capabilities of IT and OT infrastructure while mitigating risks and ensuring interoperability between systems.
  • Guides teams in defining functional and technical requirements, preparing detailed specifications to support the acquisition, deployment, and sustainment of IT and OT systems. Aligns these activities with milestones to meet programmatic and operational goals.
  • Provides expertise on project management methodologies and tools, integrating best practices into the planning, execution, and monitoring of system design, development, and deployment activities.
  • Collaborates with senior leadership and stakeholders, including technical teams, and program managers, to align project objectives with broader organizational goals. Communicates effectively to drive decision-making and maintain project momentum.

For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed:
  1. AttentiontoDetail- 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

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.

Duties Continued:
  • Monitors and manages technical risks associated with data replication, integration, and system interoperability, ensuring secure and reliable operations across IT and OT environments.
  • Provides customer and user support, addressing critical system issues, preparing comprehensive responses, and implementing recommended solutions. Ensures continuous improvement through post-implementation reviews and system updates.
  • Supports sustainment and cybersecurity compliance, ensuring all IT and OT systems meet DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards. Leads efforts to secure Authority to Operate (ATO) certifications and ensures ongoing compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies.
  • Mentors and guides junior team members, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to project management best practices and DoD acquisition guidelines.

Education

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

Additional information

For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf

Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf

Information for Veterans is available at: http://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/veterans.aspx. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement.

Drug-Free Workplace:The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.

How you will be evaluated

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

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies:
Risk Management (SYSANALYSIS)
- IT Enterprise Architecture (SYSANALYSIS)
- Requirements Analysis (SYSANALYSIS)

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation may be completed and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the assessment questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If your resume and/or supporting documentation is reviewed and a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

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