IT Specialist (PLCYPLN)

DutiesChief IT Architect for the Data Center Services Division, Technology Foundation Services (TFS), J6 Information Operations, with Agency-wide business process reengineering and systems modernization efforts.Responsible for compliance with DoD and DLA policies governing information architecture and the structure of the TFS Architecture Framework.Analyzes, evaluates, and advises on the current and predicted future logistics systems, technical, and data views of the Data Center Services Division architecture.Aids in the development, integration, and institutionalization of functional requirements into Agency strategic plans and automated information system requirements.Ensures that business needs are effectively integrated into information acquisition plans and programs.Responsible for developing and executing information architecture business strategies and programs which impact DLA logistics support efforts throughout DoD and DLA Information Operations.Develops, documents, and maintains operational and system architecture views, e.g. Operational Concept Diagrams, Activity Models, and Information Exchange requirements.Serves as primary technical liaison to other groups, DLA Information Operations activities, and external agencies on systems' architectural issues, ensuring communication of the purpose, scope, and maturity of the Information Operations architecture.Defines problems and identifies key issues in the development of architecture plans and is instrumental in establishing regulatory, policy and procedural, and system guidance.Evaluates the composition of the DLA technical and infrastructure architecture views to ensure that emerging functional and systems requirements are effectively and economically facilitated.Plans and coordinates architecture product developments across many DLA organizations and transformation and modernization programs, including management of functional and technical working groups and integrated product teams.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. citizenTour of Duty: Set ScheduleSecurity Requirements: Critical Sensitive with Secret AccessAppointment 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): ExemptSelective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedBargaining Unit Status: No Qualifications To qualify for an IT Specialist (PLCYPLN) your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. 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-14 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 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: Evaluates, monitors, or ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies, standards for the agency's enterprise IT architecture plan.Applies analytical techniques to solve complex and unstructured information systems and technology management problems and coordinates agency's architecture interests among a wide variety of organizations and resources.Applies principles and techniques pertinent to the planning, programming, budgeting, acquisition, management and use of information systems and technology, and demonstrated experience in formulating and directing efforts to solve complex and time-sensitive problems associated with existing DLA and DoD information systems and architectures. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed:1. Attention to Detail - 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 alternative, and to make recommendations.B. Education: Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.EducationSubstitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.Additional informationFor Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: Information for Veterans is available at: . 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. Help 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. Review our benefitsEligibility 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 EvaluatedYou 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: IT Policy and Planning (PLCYPLN)-25380IT Performance Assessment (PLCYPLN)-25381IT Enterprise Architecture (PLCYPLN)-25382 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 and USA Hire assessments. 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.