IT Specialist (Systems Analysis/Applications Software) with Security Clearance

Duties * Performs analysis of complex user requirements and designs enterprise-wide programs to support them. * Responsible for assessment, planning, execution, and sustainment of IT solutions based on business and technical requirements including make-or-buy decisions and conducting of analyses of alternatives. * Analyzes performance data to identify trends and patterns, which predict potential failures, and develops novel methods or procedures for preventing them. * Advises managers of findings and develops a course of action. * Delivers complex, large-scale projects designed to study and recommend IT advancements. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a U.S. citizen * Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access. * 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. * Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Qualifications To qualify for a IT Specialist (Systems Analysis/Applications Software), 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-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 minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: * Applying knowledge of Continuous Improvement/Continuous Development (CI/CD) pipeline and automated testing deployment tools in order to develop and deploy applications, updates, etc. to the portfolio of enterprise applications. * Utilizing business process engineering concepts and methods sufficient to lead/conduct studies designed to identify potential improvements in the way information technology is applied to key business functions. * Developing established policies, methods, procedures, and techniques in system design and installation in order to operate situations and problem resolution. Mastery of, and skill in applying, of a wide range of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) concepts, principles, and practices in order to accomplish work processes encompassing complex and uncommon interfaces and policies and practices. * Applying theories and advanced state-of-the-art concepts and IT principles practiced in the science of professional application development structured design (supportability; survivability; reliability; scalability; and maintainability) in order to serve as an enterprise authority for challenging design activities involving IT systems in existing and proposed digital enterprise. * Applying knowledge of modernized software development lifecycle methodologies and software metrics in order to institute standards and best practices. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: 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 alternatives, and to make recommendations. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional information * This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf * Tour of Duty: Flexible * FLSA: Exempt * Bargaining Unit: Yes * Selectee may be required to serve a trial/probationary period. * Acquisition, Technology & Logistics (AT&L) NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Engineering & Technical Management, Practitioner certification within required timeframes. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources . * Information Assurance (IA) Position: This position requires an Information Assurance (IA) Level III certification within six months of entering the position. * Benefits 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our 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. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and/or score. Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through OPM's Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. * Benefits 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our 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. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. Required documents for submission vary based on the authority you are using to apply (e.g., applying as a veteran, a current permanent Federal employee, a reinstatement, etc). Your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further. The following documents are REQUIRED: 1. Your resume: * Must include your name and contact information, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible. IMPORTANT NOTE: Ensure that your resume does not contain any specialized characters, fonts, typefaces or formatting (e.g. tables, macros, etc.). It is also recommended that you convert/save your resume as a PDF prior to attaching to your application. * To ensure full credit for time worked regarding qualifications determinations your resume must include your work schedule. You are strongly encouraged to ensure your resume contains the number of hours worked per week and the specific dates of employment (i.e.,"40 hrs per week; 1/15/2020 - 1/14/2022" or "30 hrs per week; 1/15/2020 - Present"). * Applying for a Federal job requires more information than applying for a job in the private sector. Learn more about creating a suitable resume by reading What to include , viewing the Resume Writing video and using the USAJOBS Resume Builder . In addition to information identified in What to Include, provide pay plan-series-grade for Federal civilian positions, when applicable, and be sure your resume is complete. PLEASE REVIEW THE LINK FOR OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS needed for proof of eligibility: Supporting Documents * How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Doc