INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (APPSW)

The primary purpose of this position is: The primary purpose of this position is to apply advanced computer programming, software engineering best practices, and cyber security principles for the development, assessment, and fielding of AF tools and weapons., * Develops, creates, maintains, and codes new (or modifies existing) Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) cyber capabilities, computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs.

• Serves as Product Manager and/or oversees technical teams developing, assessing, fielding, training and exercising cyber, computer, and network tools, systems, and capabilities associated with electromagnetic spectrum operations.
• Leads technical teams developing, assessing, and fielding cyber, computer, and network tools, systems, and capabilities associated with electromagnetic spectrum operations.
• Attends meetings and conferences and performs administrative actions to document development, training, and exercise activities associated with new and modified cyberspace capabilities., * U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program. Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Position is Centrally Managed by the Cyberspace and Information Technology CFT; DNRP is authorized.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position. Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• The work requires the incumbent to be subject to recall during non-duty hours, to complete proposals and/or resolve software problems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI),
• other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• Employee must meet or be capable of meeting the technical background requirements applicable to the position.
• Telework: Eligible (Support Agreement JM258-192224-000, paragraph 6).
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• Cyberspace Qualification is a COE. Cyberspace work as paramount duty. DoDM 8140.03, para 4.2.a.(2)., requires foundational qualification requirements within 9 months of assignment and resident qualification requirements within 12 months of assignment
• A waiver of these requirements may be granted per DoDM 8140.03. Failure to achieve and maintain the proper Cyberspace Qualification may result in removal from this position., * AF Internal Employee
• Cyber Interagency Transfer Authority (CITA)
• DoD Transfer (Excluding Air Force)
• EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Employee
• Military Spouse Preference
• Non-AF DCIPS Interchange
• PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians
• PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement
• Veterans Employment Opportunities Act

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 (Alternate A). https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/

EXPERIENCE: Must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving AND one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12 (or equivalent in other pay systems) which includes: experience in advanced IT concepts and modern application development practices to function as a leading authority for complex system design across current and future digital environments; experience in shaping and interpreting policies, procedures, and strategies for planning and delivering IT services; position also calls for providing high-level guidance on agency standards and objectives throughout all stages of application planning, design, and deployment; assessing and recommending cutting-edge technologies used across the organization, advising on priorities for digital transformation efforts, and representing the agency on enterprise committees during major transition and implementation initiatives. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Expert knowledge of wide range of principles, methods, and practices for integrating information system components sufficient to plan, coordinate, and administer computer systems, and optimize system performance.
2. Expert knowledge of the latest advancements in technology to resolve unusual and difficult issues and initiate corrective or preventative action to ensure optimum performance of the system.
3. Mastery of performance tuning tools, database management, and project management methods sufficient to optimize systems performance, troubleshoot database performance problems, and perform a wide range of systems???????
4. Knowledge of operating systems, associated devices, and the interoperability of systems sufficient to install, upgrade, troubleshoot, test, and maintain those systems; to optimize the functionality and performance of systems; and to ensure the availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers.
5. Ability to apply methods and practices for troubleshooting, recovering, adjusting, modifying, and improving systems to solve complex problems, provide support that minimizes interruptions in service to customers, and maintain liaison with industry and other activities to provide awareness of state-of-the-art technology.
6. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience., A degree in a technical-related field is highly desired., Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution., Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.