INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST

Duties As a INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (DATAMGT/APPSW) at the GS-2210-13/14 some of your typical work assignments may include: * Performs technical functions working with DoD, interagency, and multinational stakeholders to identify and resolve Joint Warfighter information sharing, data interoperability requirements and gaps using computer and information technology (IT) based research, standards and solutions, primarily in support of Warfighter Mission Area (WMA) and Joint Command and Control (JC2) capabilities. * Reviews technical and operational architectures to support interoperability and cyber assessments to include overall technical design of enterprise services, monitoring functionality, security, and integrity of these services. * Provide advice on technical issues, particularly development and uses of ontologies, namespaces, and mappings and methods of maintaining a machine-driven architecture that enables the collaboration of computers and humans across the multi-fabric to identify, access, extract, reason, interpret and maintain critical information to perform meaningful analysis. * Utilizes Database Administrator's knowledge of database optimization, indexing and backup will be critical in determining requirements for interoperability of legacy DoD C2 systems. * Providing technical research and analysis related to Data Standards and the National Information Exchange Model (NIEM) to lead the Department for warfighter information exchange standardization efforts within Joint, Interagency, Service and Coalition mission partners, North Atlantic Treaty Organizations (NATO), Department of Homeland Security, the National Guard and the White House led, Information Sharing Environment program. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a U.S. Citizen * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service * Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) * Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation * May be required to successfully complete a probationary period * Work Schedule: Full Time * Overtime: Occasionally * Tour of Duty: Flexible * Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized * Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt * Financial Disclosure: Not Required * Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible * Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes * Security: Employee must obtain/maintain a Critical Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance * Per DoD 8570.01-M, personnel selected for this position will be required to be certified within six months of the appointment date. As this position is classified, per DoD 8570.01-M, as Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II. * Employee may be required to work weekends, holidays and overtime during peak work periods. Occasional participation in demanding, intense, 24-hour exercise operations is also required. Multi-day overnight stays at exercise sites may be required. Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: * Applies Information Technology policies, objectives and Department of Defense Data and Services Sharing Policies (DD SSP) to interpret, contribute and develop policies, procedures, and standards. * Applies qualitative and quantitative techniques to provide technical research and analysis related to the convergence of cyberspace, sea, air, land, maritime and potentially space mission areas data and increase interoperability for joint command and control (JC2). * Analyzes Data, Service and Information Sharing Strategies, information technology, and computer science methods in applying techniques to develop new and improved concepts, principles, techniques that advance the knowledge of data and service integration, interoperability; adapt and apply advanced methods and techniques to solve complex requirements. * Applies the latest advanced concepts, theories, principles, practices, and techniques of data sharing, computer science, information engineering, identity and access management to develop technical designs, identify systems requirements, identify data needs and authoritative data sources, establish testing, implementation, and post-implementation support procedures. * Serves as a technical authority utilizing National Information Exchange Model (NIEM) extensible Mark-up Language (XML), a community-driven, government-wide, standards-based approach for information exchanges. You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: * Applies Information Technology policies, objectives and Department of Defense Data and Services Sharing Policies (DD SSP) to interpret, contribute and develop policies, procedures, and standards. * Assist Lead IT specialist in applying qualitative and quantitative techniques to provide technical research and analysis related to the convergence of cyberspace, sea, air, land, maritime and potentially space mission areas data and increase interoperability for joint command and control (JC2). * Analyzes Data, Service and Information Sharing Strategies, information technology, and computer science methods in applying techniques to develop new and improved concepts, principles, techniques that advance the knowledge of data and service integration, interoperability; adapt and apply advanced methods and techniques to solve complex requirements. * Assist the Lead IT Specialist in applying the latest advanced concepts, theories, principles, practices, and techniques of data sharing, computer science, information engineering, identity and access management to develop technical designs, identify systems requirements, identify data needs and authoritative data sources, establish testing, implementation, and post-implementation support procedures. * Serves as a technical back-up authority utilizing National Information Exchange Model (NIEM) extensible Mark-up Language (XML), a community-driven, government-wide, standards-based approach for information exchanges 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. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. * Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. * 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. * 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. * Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ . Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information. For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does not meet criteria for r