Air Force Office of Special Investigations
IT PROGRAM MANAGER (PLCYPLN/ENTARCH)
Air Force Office of Special Investigations, Quantico, Virginia, United States, 22134
Summary
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Eligibilities
being considered and other
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The primary purpose of this position is: is to serve as the IT Program Manager for the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, Office of Special Projects (AFOSI PJ). This position will be responsible for the management and execution of all classified and unclassified software development and technology fielding efforts on behalf of AFOSI PJ programs and projects.
Duties
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Serves as the primary IT Program Manager, overseeing, planning, coordinating, and approving applications software and hardware for classified and unclassified information systems supporting AFOSI PJ's mission. Provides executive support, representation, and subject matter expertise to assigned program office and stakeholders, in support of AFOSI Information Technology software and hardware development projects. Serve as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), provides direction to establish and execute processes within the assigned service center. Maintains a continuous liaison with Senior Staff throughout service headquarters, AFOSI and intelligence community counterparts, to integrate program priority support actions impacting or relevant to assigned office. Requirements
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Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments 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/ Position is designated Special-sensitive; incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAPs) and may be subject to polygraph examination. A non-disclosure statement must be signed. Frequent travel by commercial and/or military aircraft is required for the purpose of performing temporary duty. The incumbent may be subject to a counterintelligence scope polygraph. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering/Technology or a related discipline is
highly desired. Incumbent must have experience working with contracts and contractor personnel. Incumbent must have excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to work on extremely complex and sometimes unsolvable problems. Overtime may be required as workloads demand. Work requires ability to brief senior officials to include General Officer and SES-5 level This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force
Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and, (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. Qualifications
Area of Consideration limited to one of the following employing Departments or Agencies:
AF Audit Agency
AF Cost Analysis Agency
AF Elements
AF Inspection Agency
AF Legal Operations Agency
AF Medical Readiness Agency
AF Office of Special Investigations
AF Operations Group
AF Program Executive Office
AF Public Affairs Agency
AF Review Boards Agency
AFELM and Other Dod Entities
DoD Cyber Crime Center
HQ AF Flight Standards Agency
HQ USAF and Support Elements
You MUST submit a copy of your latest SF 50 reflecting your current duty information, i.e., item 46, "Employing Department or Agency".
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 2210 (Alternative A). Click here for the occupational requirements for this position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving AND have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes applying project management principles, methods, and practices, including developing plans and schedules, estimating resource requirements, defining milestones and deliverables, monitoring activities, and evaluating and reporting on accomplishments. Mastery in planning advanced IT projects/initiatives and of leading task forces for resolving critical problems which require innovative solutions in many aspects of the project. Applying detailed knowledge and experience with communication and IT technology discipline as it relates to operating systems, database management (DBM) systems, telecommunications, interoperability, configuration management (CM), integration, Life Cycle Management (LCM), software metrics, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), modeling, simulation, logistical supply/resupply, transportation, database administration, and contract administration. Applying comprehensive knowledge of AFOSI and AFOSI PJ's IT requirements, ability to articulate highly complex and critical interagency command and control; logistics, acquisition and operational processes.
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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. 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. Extensive knowledge of modern software project management techniques and concepts, to include Agile methodologies, the requirements gathering/user story development processes, with the ability to provide expert technical advice and guidance to senior leadership on appropriate programmatic decisions and applications of technology that can meet current and future mission requirements.
2. Expert knowledge of all USAF and DoD policies related to the protection of classified information as it pertains to information technology systems, including the specialized policy requirements of Special Access Programs and their associated Security Classification Guides, along with the Authorization to Operate approval process.
3. Working knowledge of a wide range of computer programming languages and modern software frameworks, to include Angular, Python, Java, XML-based metadata generation, the handling, transformation, programing for common internet protocols (HTTP, HTTTPS, FTP), interfacing software with SQL databases; and JavaScript libraries (jQuery, ExtJS), PHP programing, SQL database administration/manipulation, cross domain application level security guards/gateways, implementation of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and vulnerability assessment tools.
4. Skilled in oral communications with the ability to present sensitive information and/or recommendations on complex matters to higher authorities; skilled in written communications sufficient to develop guidance, regulations and directives dealing with complex issues and maintain good working relations.
5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.
6. Ability in establishing and maintain highly productive working relationships with team members, clients, industry experts, and others including interpersonal effectiveness with executive management, peers, employees, and contractors as well as in building relationships and maintaining close coordination with a range of customers
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide:
AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants):
Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
Current Federal Civilian employees
may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
Temporary and Term Appointments:
If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.
120-Day Register:
This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible:
PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Direct Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Disabled veteran leave
is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
Tax Law Impact for PCS:
On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. 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. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.
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.
Help
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.
Review our benefits
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.
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view
Eligibilities
being considered and other
IMPORTANT
information.
The primary purpose of this position is: is to serve as the IT Program Manager for the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, Office of Special Projects (AFOSI PJ). This position will be responsible for the management and execution of all classified and unclassified software development and technology fielding efforts on behalf of AFOSI PJ programs and projects.
Duties
Help
Serves as the primary IT Program Manager, overseeing, planning, coordinating, and approving applications software and hardware for classified and unclassified information systems supporting AFOSI PJ's mission. Provides executive support, representation, and subject matter expertise to assigned program office and stakeholders, in support of AFOSI Information Technology software and hardware development projects. Serve as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), provides direction to establish and execute processes within the assigned service center. Maintains a continuous liaison with Senior Staff throughout service headquarters, AFOSI and intelligence community counterparts, to integrate program priority support actions impacting or relevant to assigned office. Requirements
Help
Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments 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/ Position is designated Special-sensitive; incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAPs) and may be subject to polygraph examination. A non-disclosure statement must be signed. Frequent travel by commercial and/or military aircraft is required for the purpose of performing temporary duty. The incumbent may be subject to a counterintelligence scope polygraph. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering/Technology or a related discipline is
highly desired. Incumbent must have experience working with contracts and contractor personnel. Incumbent must have excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to work on extremely complex and sometimes unsolvable problems. Overtime may be required as workloads demand. Work requires ability to brief senior officials to include General Officer and SES-5 level This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force
Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and, (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. Qualifications
Area of Consideration limited to one of the following employing Departments or Agencies:
AF Audit Agency
AF Cost Analysis Agency
AF Elements
AF Inspection Agency
AF Legal Operations Agency
AF Medical Readiness Agency
AF Office of Special Investigations
AF Operations Group
AF Program Executive Office
AF Public Affairs Agency
AF Review Boards Agency
AFELM and Other Dod Entities
DoD Cyber Crime Center
HQ AF Flight Standards Agency
HQ USAF and Support Elements
You MUST submit a copy of your latest SF 50 reflecting your current duty information, i.e., item 46, "Employing Department or Agency".
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 2210 (Alternative A). Click here for the occupational requirements for this position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving AND have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes applying project management principles, methods, and practices, including developing plans and schedules, estimating resource requirements, defining milestones and deliverables, monitoring activities, and evaluating and reporting on accomplishments. Mastery in planning advanced IT projects/initiatives and of leading task forces for resolving critical problems which require innovative solutions in many aspects of the project. Applying detailed knowledge and experience with communication and IT technology discipline as it relates to operating systems, database management (DBM) systems, telecommunications, interoperability, configuration management (CM), integration, Life Cycle Management (LCM), software metrics, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), modeling, simulation, logistical supply/resupply, transportation, database administration, and contract administration. Applying comprehensive knowledge of AFOSI and AFOSI PJ's IT requirements, ability to articulate highly complex and critical interagency command and control; logistics, acquisition and operational processes.
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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. 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. Extensive knowledge of modern software project management techniques and concepts, to include Agile methodologies, the requirements gathering/user story development processes, with the ability to provide expert technical advice and guidance to senior leadership on appropriate programmatic decisions and applications of technology that can meet current and future mission requirements.
2. Expert knowledge of all USAF and DoD policies related to the protection of classified information as it pertains to information technology systems, including the specialized policy requirements of Special Access Programs and their associated Security Classification Guides, along with the Authorization to Operate approval process.
3. Working knowledge of a wide range of computer programming languages and modern software frameworks, to include Angular, Python, Java, XML-based metadata generation, the handling, transformation, programing for common internet protocols (HTTP, HTTTPS, FTP), interfacing software with SQL databases; and JavaScript libraries (jQuery, ExtJS), PHP programing, SQL database administration/manipulation, cross domain application level security guards/gateways, implementation of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and vulnerability assessment tools.
4. Skilled in oral communications with the ability to present sensitive information and/or recommendations on complex matters to higher authorities; skilled in written communications sufficient to develop guidance, regulations and directives dealing with complex issues and maintain good working relations.
5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.
6. Ability in establishing and maintain highly productive working relationships with team members, clients, industry experts, and others including interpersonal effectiveness with executive management, peers, employees, and contractors as well as in building relationships and maintaining close coordination with a range of customers
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide:
AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants):
Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
Current Federal Civilian employees
may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
Temporary and Term Appointments:
If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.
120-Day Register:
This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible:
PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Direct Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Disabled veteran leave
is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
Tax Law Impact for PCS:
On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. 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. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.
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.
Help
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.
Review our benefits
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.