IT SPECIALIST - Miami, FL, United States - Department of Defense

Description

Duties

• Serve as an IT (Information Technology) Specialist (Enterprise Architecture).
• Determine IT network system requirements.
• Resolve inequities and incompatible situations involved with the network systems.
• Develop IT infrastructure guidelines to implement information standards and policies.
• Continually evaluate the effectiveness of the current enterprise and recommend changes to ensure the IT infrastructure is aligned with mission requirements.
• Anticipate the effects of changing business requirements and new technologies on the target enterprise architecture plan.
• Evaluate and develop optimal solutions regarding IT architecture with other IT architects using the best practices in the industry

Requirements Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Obtain and maintain a top-secret clearance.
• Must be able to pass urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter according to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program.
• Must obtain the required certification/recertification as outlined in DoDM , Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program, dated 15 Feb 2023 or updated version and/or additional guidance w/in 6 months of assignment.
• Incumbent of this position is required to travel for duty (TDY) up to 30% of the time.
• Incumbent of this position must be able to work weekends and at night in response to contingencies and other requirements as directed.
• Incumbent of the position must be able to perform shift work in response to contingencies and other requirements as directed

Qualifications Who May Apply:
US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below

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)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application
Additional information about transcripts is in this document

Specialized Experience:
One year of specialized experience which includes 1)
Align IT (information technology) architecture with organizational strategic goals by leading cross - functional teams to accomplish missions; 2)
Convey technical concepts through effective communication regarding regulatory requirements to implement architectural decisions; 3)
Establish governance frameworks to ensure compliance, security, and scalability of IT systems; 4)
Provide guidance regarding organizational change associated with IT architecture initiatives, thus innovating emerging technologies to enhance organizational capabilities; and 5)
Identify risks concerning IT architecture to mitigate conflicts with budget and resource allocation
The OPM Qualification Standard provides the following definition: specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled
Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT
My specialized experience includes, or was supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined: (1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail
Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: completing thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations; occasionally reviewing work completed by others; (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
Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: resolving routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints; developing and maintaining strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers; conducting evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommending procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation; (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
Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: convincingly conveying complex information to customers; presenting thoughts that are well-organized and demonstrating confidence in the facts and ideas; adjusting style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; using various methods to explain and convey information; and (4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations
Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: solving complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives; identifying possible conflicts and shared benefits; helping team anticipate problems and identifying and evaluating potential sources of information; providing feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems; engaging appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs; evaluating the effectiveness of decisions and adjusting future decisions as appropriate
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-13 or above)
Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify
For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted
Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S

Citizenship.

• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a(n) Digital Technology Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable

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• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Advance-in-Hire may be authorized.
• Recruitment/Relocation/Retention Incentive may be authorized.
• This position is statutorily excluded from bargaining unit eligibility.
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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
The primary objective of this DHA is to appoint qualified candidates who are not existing DoD competitive service employees with permanent status
Category rating, veteran's preference, military spouse preference, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants ARE NOT applicable to this vacancy
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, 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 when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility
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