About this role

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/competency-based-policy/general-schedule/2200/2210-competency-based-policy/competency-based-qualification-standard/ In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Mastery knowledge of, and skill in applying, interrelationships of multiple IT disciplines; performance management and measurement methods and tools; project management methods; and advanced IT principles, concepts, methods, standards, and practices for the management, acquisition, and implementation of IT systems throughout the agency and supported organizations.

Develops, interprets, and provides expert technical advice on worldwide systems installation, operations and maintenance in support of systems managed by the Cyberspace Capabilities Center, which includes configurations, requirements, strategies, policies, practices and methodology, both Government and industry. Knowledge of DOD and Headquarters Air Force policy and planning regulations along with its missions, goals, and objectives to prepare IT policies and plans for the CCC.

Knowledge to develop IT policies and plans and to assess impact of changed policy and emerging technology on the organization's current IT plans and programs. Mastery of, and skill in applying technical knowledge of IT systems methods, approaches, and management regarding oversight and performance of hardware and operating configurations, policies, and procedures as applied to the AF/DOD business requirements. Knowledge of management's IT requirements sufficient to render recommendations on development of new IT systems.

Technical knowledge of the Air Force and DOD IT systems infrastructures and trends in present and emerging IT systems technology to determine business value of systems and information and impact on IT capital planning processes. Mastery of, and skill in applying, the interrelationships of multiple IT specialties/technical competencies to manage, acquire, evaluate resources, train, and/or ensure implementation of AF/DOD IT systems, and to serve as a senior focal point for CCC IT systems.

Expert IT knowledge of and skill in applying, program development, program maintenance, acquisition, system approval requirements, concepts, techniques, policies, principles, and rigorous security requirements to determine the business value of the systems and their information and performance capabilities. Knowledge of IT systems architecture, integration techniques, and testing methods sufficient to conduct feasibility studies, cost analysis review, development investment plans, and recommend a best course of action along with suitable alternatives.

Mastery knowledge, and skill in applying, the principles, polices, and practices of IT systems program management throughout the life cycle of development and operation. Applies this expert-level knowledge to serve as a program manager for assigned systems, responsible for the planning, organization, and realization of IT systems acquisition, testing, approval, implementation, and operational functionality. Knowledge of DOD and Headquarters Air Force acquisition regulations and laws as they apply to CCC requirements, budgetary techniques, and financial status sufficient to identify needs and recommend adjustment of IT funding priorities.

Ability to review and consult on IT related contracts and to serve as the technical authority on IT systems and service contracts. Skill and ability to develop new approaches, policy and plans, to establish innovative techniques, identify measurement and evaluative criteria to determine and ensure system effectiveness, and to analyze and resolve highly complex issues and problems. Ability to stay well informed on rapidly changing technology, to evaluate its possible impact on organization missions, and to develop plans to satisfy requirements.

Professional skill and ability to speak and write effectively, in order to discuss highly complex and abstract concepts with key government officials, industry officials, and other military and civilian personnel, in any media required, including representation at briefings, meetings, conferences, training sessions, and, as required, exercises. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-13 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral.

TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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. Advanced knowledge of a wide range of IT principles, concepts, and methods. 2. Knowledge of system architecture, integration techniques, and testing methods.

3. Knowledge of the organization's policy and planning formulation process along with its missions and objectives to prepare IT polices and plans. 4. Knowledge of budgetary processes, cost-benefit analysis methods, and analysis of performance data to prepare persuasive budget recommendations in support of IT requirements. 5. Skill and ability to analyze complexities of existing technology, review/revise/develop policy, initiate plans for enhancements, and provide management sufficient technical and cost analysis information, through written documentation and oral briefings, to render informed judgments.

6. Ability to maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances and predicts how management can meet future requirements.

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