Summary The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: ACQDEMO This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command. The incumbent serves as the Strategy & Policy Branch Chief within the USTRANSCOM Command, Control, Communications and Cyber Systems Directorate. Responsibilities This position is being filled under DoD Modified Direct Hire Authority, Section 1109; PL, 116-92, dated 12/20/2019 . As a SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) at the NH-2210-4 some of your typical work assignments may include: Leads, coordinates, communicates, integrates and is accountable for the overall success of the program, ensuring alignment with critical agency priorities. Develops IT/cybersecurity/data acquisition strategies, policies, and plans and/or advocates for changes in policy that support organizational initiatives or required changes/enhancements. Provides guidance to customers about applicability of information systems to meet business needs. Analyzes and recommends trade-offs of performance and capabilities of software applications against user requirements with implementation teams, customers and program managers (PMs). Provides the leadership, direction, and resources to acquire, develop, and defend superior information systems, and services for the Command's IT, cybersecurity, and data Programs of Record (PoR) that deliver timely and affordable capabilities to the warfighter. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the NH-04 level if you meet the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the Federal service NH-03 (GS-13) grade level including experience gained in the private/military sector giving the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position. Experience must be reflected in your resume. Specialized experience required for this position is: Providing technical expertise in the acquisition of IT Hardware and/or software, coordinating configuration management activities, schedules, and timelines. Writing manual and automated test scripts/code and overseeing vendors that perform this function. Collecting and analyzing manual and automated test data and translating test results into evaluative conclusions. Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle, Agile, and Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps) principles is highly desired. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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 Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information THIS IS AN OBLIGATED POSITION THIS IS A CRITICAL ACQUISITION POSITION (CAP). Selectee for this position will be required to sign a written agreement to remain, for a minimum of three years, in the federal service with the Department of Defense. The obligation incurred by this agreement will remain in effect unless and until waived. Signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment This position requires Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) Level III certification in Test & Evaluation. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 24 months after entry into this position. This position also has a requirement for continuous learning of 80 Continuous Learning Points every 24 months. COVID19 - All Federal Employees must be fully vaccinated by November 22, 2021. Proof of vaccination will be required. To ensure compliance with this mandate, please review the vaccination requirements, to include timelines for receiving required doses, at the following: https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/ This position is designated as a key position. Incumbents must be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are not available. Other Notes: All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act 1978, employee is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf