Architecture Compliance Specialist - Bethesda, United States - Office of the Director of National Intelligence

Description

Summary

The Intelligence Community (IC) Chief Information Office (CIO) is responsible for advancing the Intelligence Community's mission by driving secure collaboration, integration, and information sharing; identifying and addressing information enterprise risks; and providing strategic leadership and oversight of the IC's enterprise architecture and enterprise information technology.

This job is open to

• Federal employees - Competitive service
  
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
  
  Current excepted service federal employees.
• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

Internal to an Agency = Open to current permanent ODNI employees

Federal Employees = This detail opportunity is for current competitive and excepted service employees only. If you are not a current federal civilian employee you will not be eligible for this position. ODNI Joint Duty Assignments do not apply to members of the Military service or contractors. Applicants from federal agencies may be considered for this position as a reimbursable detailee, if endorsed by the employing agency.

Duties

The Architecture Compliance Specialist (ACS) will support assessment of the Intelligence Community's (IC) compliance with the IC's information technology (IT) architecture in support of the IC information environment (IE). Compliance efforts will address IC element adherence to the architecture, and measure the architecture's effectiveness of enabling the IC's future-state mission capabilities and delivery of an integrated, secure, resilient, and reliable information technology across the IC. Areas of focus will include compliance with IT architecture that enable an integrated multiple cloud environment, mutually supportive cybersecurity solutions, including the adoption of zero trust principles, and cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence. The ACS will support the Chief, Architecture Compliance Division's leadership, facilitation, analysis, and design tasks for the evolving IC IT compliance framework. The ACS will develop standards, guidelines, and metrices for the IC's evolving IT architecture. The Architecture and Integration Group (AIG) plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and implements EA, systems engineering, and compliance and integration practices to foster a secure, interoperable, accessible, and effective IC IE. Through understanding and interpretation of complex IT investments, AIG helps stakeholders identify current and future enterprise IT needs, detect critical gaps to inform future planning, and ensure IC IT architecture compliance. In addition, AIG helps drive information sharing with international partners.

Lead development, evolution, and maturity of governance, assurance, and standards associated with ensuring IC projects and activities comply with the IC IT architecture.

Analyze IC IT architecture compliance to measure the IC IE architecture's effectiveness for advancing the intelligence mission.

Identify the organizational impact (e.g., on skills, processes, structures and culture) and financial impact of IC IT architecture compliance upon IC elements.

Collaborate with cross-functional subject matter experts (SME) within the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the IC to guide technology investment decisions based on analysis and evaluation of IC IT architecture compliance.

Provide subject matter expertise to IC analysis of mission needs to derive the future-state of the IC's IT architecture. This includes defining the requirements, principles and models that guide technology decisions for the architecture.

Provide architecture compliance expertise for the analysis of the current technology environment to detect critical deficiencies, legacy and technical debt, and recommends solutions for improvement.

Collaborate with architecture compliance SMEs and IC peers to develop and implement improved architecture compliance methodologies to new mission capabilities and operating models.

Identify and advocate for innovative solutions that will enable continued maturity of the IC IT architecture compliance framework.

Lead project teams to ensure project is completed on time, effectively apply team building and coaching techniques, and exchange project or technical information with team members and contractors at formal and informal meetings.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be a current permanent ODNI employee.

OR

Must be a current permanent Federal employee

Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment.

Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*

The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.

Qualifications

Superior leadership skills.

Superior problem solving and troubleshooting skills in a technical context.

Expert understanding of technology trends and the practical application of existing, new and emerging technologies.

Expert knowledge of IT standards and controls.

Expert understanding of information principles and processes.

Expert understanding of network and security architecture.

Expert academic background/professional knowledge of theories, concepts, principles, and methodologies of an engineering or technology architectural discipline sufficient to prepare, provide, and evaluate conventional plans, designs, design specifications, and related documentation.

Expert program management, analytic, and critical thinking skills, including the ability to conduct program and management assessments, identify needs and requirements, and develop non-linear process improvement recommendations for implementation across the IC.

Superior facilitation and negotiation skills, including the ability to prepare unbiased system assessments, recommendations, and plans when analytic views differ among organizations.

Superior oral and written communication skills, including an expert ability to lead, plan, and direct major acquisition programs and communicate effectively with people at all levels and from different organization cultures.

Expert organizational and interpersonal skills and a superior ability to plan and lead negotiations, consensus building, and effective teams/collaborative environments.

Superior ability to lead the development of consensus recommendations and to solicit input from colleagues and peers; proven ability to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new information and requirements.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Additional information

Job Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C. area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview.

Salary Determination: A current Federal Government employee, selected for a detail, will be assigned to the position at their current grade and salary.

Other Information

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodation Office Representative by classified email at , by unclassified email at , by telephone at or by FAX at Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE EEOD EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY.

The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.

• Benefits
  
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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

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

You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.

• Benefits
  
  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 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.
  
  A complete application package must include:
  
  a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
  
  b. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the announcement number in the subject line on each document submitted.
  
  c. CURRENT SF-50: Federal Government employees must provide your official most recent SF-50 (i.e., dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement.) SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" is used to verify to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record. If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position.
  
  d. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a professional narrative as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
  
  e. WRITTEN ENDORSEMENT: Applicants from federal agencies must provide written endorsement from the employing agency concurring with the detail.
  
  Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  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.
• How to Apply
  
  We encourage you to read the entire announcement prior to submitting your application. This post is for viewing purposes only.
  
  Internal ODNI Cadre Candidates must submit an application through the classified JobsDNI website.
  
  For current employees who do not currently have access to internal systems {due to extenuating circumstances, applications should be sent to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies- (classified email system) or (unclassified email system)
  
  Detailee Candidates from within the IC must submit an application through the classified IC Joint Duty Program website.
  
  ONLY applicants from federal agencies outside the IC should send their complete application package to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies- (classified email system) or (unclassified email system). Applicants experiencing technical issues may submit their application via email to either email system.
  
  All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
  
  Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK//NOFORN level.
  
  APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
  
  Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume:
  
  - Social Security Number (SSN)
  
  - Photos of yourself
  
  - Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
  
  - Encrypted and digitally signed documents
  
  Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Vacancy Team ODNI
  
  Email
  
  Address
  
  IC CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
  
  Director Of National Intelligence
  
  Washington, DC 20511
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

A complete application package must include:

a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.

b. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the announcement number in the subject line on each document submitted.

c. CURRENT SF-50: Federal Government employees must provide your official most recent SF-50 (i.e., dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement.) SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" is used to verify to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record. If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position.

d. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a professional narrative as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.

e. WRITTEN ENDORSEMENT: Applicants from federal agencies must provide written endorsement from the employing agency concurring with the detail.

Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

We encourage you to read the entire announcement prior to submitting your application. This post is for viewing purposes only.

Internal ODNI Cadre Candidates must submit an application through the classified JobsDNI website.

For current employees who do not currently have access to internal systems {due to extenuating circumstances, applications should be sent to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies- (classified email system) or (unclassified email system)

Detailee Candidates from within the IC must submit an application through the classified IC Joint Duty Program website.

ONLY applicants from federal agencies outside the IC should send their complete application package to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies- (classified email system) or (unclassified email system). Applicants experiencing technical issues may submit their application via email to either email system.

All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK//NOFORN level.

APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume:

- Social Security Number (SSN)

- Photos of yourself

- Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.

- Encrypted and digitally signed documents

Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration.

Agency contact information

Vacancy Team ODNI

Email

Address

IC CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

Director Of National Intelligence

Washington, DC 20511

US

Next steps

The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Criminal history inquiries
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request