Public Notice - Information Technology Specialist (Direct Hire)

• Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
• Lead analysis and evaluation of technology systems, architectures, or operational environments to identify opportunities for modernization, optimization, and increased mission effectiveness across multiple organizations and functional domains.
• Direct development, integration, and governance of system requirements, technical standards, engineering documentation, or implementation strategies supporting the full lifecycle of mission-critical systems, programs, or operational initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, program managers, engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and stakeholders to manage, architect, implement, and sustain innovative solutions aligned with mission priorities and evolving operational requirements.
• Provide expert technical leadership in the management, diagnosis, and resolution of highly complex enterprise system, network, application, and infrastructure issues with significant mission, operational, or organizational impact.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, best practices, and evolving federal IT and cybersecurity initiatives to develop strategic recommendations that enhance system resilience, interoperability, operational capability, and organizational readiness.
• Lead coordination and integration efforts across multiple organizations, programs, and stakeholder groups to ensure enterprise alignment with mission objectives, governance requirements, federal policies, and Directorate strategic priorities.
• Develop, present, and defend high-level technical briefings, executive reports, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, enabling informed decision-making, resource prioritization, and execution of mission objectives.
• For supervisory positions, you will perform a full range of supervisory duties which includes assigning and evaluating work; recommending personnel actions; taking disciplinary actions; and identifying training needs and developing employees., A complete application package includes a resume, required documents and completion of the vacancy announcement questionnaire. Please see this guidance: What to include in your resume. Your resume should describe your specialized experience and support your answers to the vacancy announcement questionnaire. If you are using a Curriculum Vitae (CV) as a resume, it must meet all requirements listed above for a complete resume package.

Please note: if any of the following types of information are included on your resume, your application package will be disqualified:

• Classified or government sensitive information.
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Photos of yourself
• Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
• Encrypted and digitally signed documents.

If your resume contains any of the above information, you must redact that information prior to the submission of your application.

The following documents are required:

• Resume

There may be other supporting documents (licenses, certification, veterans preference, etc.), depending on your answers to the questionnaire and job announcement description, that you may have to submit, please verify your application. Do not submit an OF-306 with your application.

If you are a surplus or displaced employee (CTAP and ICTAP), submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP. This includes copies of your agency notice, most recent Performance Rating and most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) noting current position, grade level, and duty location.

Official documents are required at the time of appointment for verification of eligibility and qualifications.

Do you have experience in Testing and evaluation?, Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

To qualify at the GS-7, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level:

• Assisting with analysis or testing of IT systems or components to support operational or mission requirements under close supervision;
• Preparing basic technical documentation or status reports in support of IT projects or system activities.

To qualify for the GS-9, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level:

• Assisting others in analyzing technical or system requirements to help identify issues and support the operation of IT or mission systems;
• Assisting others in developing, testing, or maintaining software, tools, or system components to support functionality, performance, or user needs.

To qualify for the GS-11, you must haveone year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level:

• Supporting coordinating system monitoring activities, identifying operational issues, and directing timely resolutions that support safe and reliable mission or training operations;
• Supporting analyzing operational data and updating requirements to improve procedures, tools, and system configurations that contribute to mission readiness.

To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level:

• Coordinating system monitoring activities, identifying operational issues, and directing timely resolutions that support safe and reliable mission or training operations;
• Analyzing operational data and updating requirements to improve procedures, tools, and system configurations that contribute to mission readiness.

To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level:

• Conducting advanced analysis of mission, operational, or system performance data to inform organizational strategies, optimize procedures or tools, and drive decisions affecting mission readiness;
• Providing technical leadership for cross-disciplinary teams, including coordinating complex workflows, delivering high-level recommendations to management, and communicating operational or system needs.

To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level:

• Analyzing and resolving complex technology system or application issues to support operational performance and mission requirements;
• Leading enterprise-level analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of highly complex technology system, application, infrastructure, and integration issues with significant impact on mission execution, operational continuity, and organizational performance across multiple functional areas.

To qualify for GS-15, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level:

• Directing the development, modernization, and governance of system requirements, enterprise technical solutions, and business process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness, cybersecurity posture, interoperability, scalability, and long-term mission capability;
• Serving as a senior technical authority and strategic advisor collaborating with executive leadership, program managers, engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and cross-functional stakeholders to assess enterprise technical needs, lead implementation of mission-critical solutions, and develop data-driven recommendations aligned with organizational priorities and evolving operational requirements.

AND

You MUST also have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section below., This job does not have an education qualification requirement., * Technical Management

• Technical Competence
• Technology Application
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving**
• Oral Communication***
• Customer Service*
• Attention to Detail*
• Accountability
• Teamwork**
• Interpersonal Skills*
• Decision Making***
• Information Management***
• Reasoning* (GS-09 Only)
• GS-9 and above

** GS-11 and above *** GS-12 and above, NASA considers 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., Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required Yes Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;

• the needs and interests of the agency;

• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Supervisory probationary periods are not subject to the above process, although, if a standard probationary period is required. You are subject to the conditions of both a standard probationary period and the supervisory probationary period.

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.

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.

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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., Work site options Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $57,331 - $197,200 per year

Salary range reflects the lowest and highest potential salaries of the locations. Actual salary range varies by selectee(s) location. Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 15 Promotion potential None - Contingent - Promotion potential will be based on the position to which appointed. Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No Drug test