DFAS - INFO AND TECHNOLOGY DIR OFFICE (DOD)
LEAD IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (APPSW/INFOSEC)
DFAS - INFO AND TECHNOLOGY DIR OFFICE (DOD), Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Overview
Summary Who may apply: All US Citizens We may use this announcement to fill other positions in the I&T Dir. This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment. Overview Help Open & closing dates: 10/24/2025 to 11/06/2025 Salary: $106,365 to $138,276 per year. View Pay Tables:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/ Location: Indianapolis, IN — 1 vacancy Telework eligibility: No Travel: Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation: Yes — You may qualify for relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-time Service: Competitive; Promotion potential: 13; Job family (Series): 2210 Information Technology Management Security clearance: Other; Drug test: No Position sensitivity: Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk Religious liberty notice: National security Duties
Help Responsible for providing Lead System Administration support for a large-scale mainframe payroll system. Performs staff assignments related to IT project planning, monitoring, and/or coordinating systems life cycle functions. Maintains system documentation to improve and maintain audit posture for large scale mainframe payroll system. Provide support in areas of the IBM z/OS mainframe operating system software with responsibility for maintaining, testing and debugging segments. Serves as a technical expert of several specialized IBM mainframe software packages, including CA View, Strobe, AbendAid, ACF2, and CA-1 TMS. Provide on-call support to nightly batch mainframe processing cycles for a payroll system. Analyzes system problems (abends) and issues system recovery and/or restart JCL as warranted by the situation. Updates Supervisor on staff work activities and elevates any possible issues to Supervisor. Regularly briefs Supervisor on project status and significant developments. Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship or National Background Investigation Suitable for Federal Employment Registered for Selective Service (if applicable) In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months. This national security position may require access to classified information and requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination. Qualifications
Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional criteria listed. Combinations of education and experience may be sufficient. This job uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. Basic Requirement:
Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to or above the level of this position. Your resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the process. Attention to Detail-
experience reviewing IT-related work or data for accuracy and consistency with standards Customer Service-
experience maintaining relationships with customers and identifying IT needs Oral Communication-
briefing management and IT staff on status of systems or projects, including communicating to non-technical audiences Problem Solving-
identifying alternatives to address complex IT issues In addition to the Basic Competencies, One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade ( GS-12 ) is required. Specialized experience is defined as:
Evaluating and customizing software and systems through analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance; conducting systems requirement reviews; providing systems support in a mainframe environment; monitoring and resolving mainframe production errors; planning and coordinating major mainframe OS upgrades. Volunteer Experience:
Volunteer work can count toward qualifications. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. Education
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level. Additional information
This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment. For Reasonable Accommodation Requests, see the How You Will Be Evaluated section. This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, HOW TO APPLY and WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT sections for instructions. Telework availability will be based upon mission requirements and supervisory determination. This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority for Certain DoD personnel. Veteran’s Preference does not apply under this Direct Hire Authority. Employment with DFAS includes health, vision, dental, retirement, paid time off, and educational benefits. Selections are subject to DoD stability requirements. You may be required to serve a 1-year probation period; performance and conduct will be evaluated. We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. DFAS recognizes the value of formally gained competencies; selections will be based on Experience, Other, Education, and Certifications. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service. Retired Civil Service Employee:
Employment of retired Federal employees requires DoD policy compliance. Security designation varies and may require a secret clearance or higher. A favorable security determination is required to occupy a sensitive position. Expand/Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving government efficiency and upholding the rule of law and the Constitution. Benefits
Help A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Open for more information on federal benefits. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications and competencies listed in this vacancy announcement, including the USA Hire assessment. Required documents
Required Documents Resume:
Submit only ONE resume method. The HR system date stamps the last received; this may affect eligibility. You may attach in USAJOBS, upload in Application Manager, or fax. Complete
Assessment Questionnaire Supporting Documents Requesting a reasonable accommodation for USA Hire Assessments, submit supporting documentation. The following documents are ONLY required if applicable. They must be received by the closing date. Transcripts and/or Certifications:
Documentation if substituting education for experience; education must be from accredited institutions. 10-Point Veterans’ Preference:
Signed SF-15 and required proofs. 5-Point Veterans’ Preference:
Submit DD-214 with Character of Service or other qualifying documentation. ICTAP, Cover Letter, MSP, MR/NG PPP checklists, and other preferences may apply as described. Warning:
Incomplete application by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/06/2025 may result in ineligible rating. How to Apply
Help Read the entire announcement. Complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and documents by the closing date. Steps include: Click Apply Online. Answer questions and attach documents. Submit application before the closing date. You will be notified about USA Hire assessments after submission. Access USA Hire via your USAJOBS login; accommodations available if needed. Set aside time for assessments; responses may be reused for future applications. USA Hire assessment resources:
basic information available in the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center (no link provided here). To update your application:
Use your USAJOBS account to edit your application during the open period. To view the status:
Use the USAJOBS status page to view application and assessment status. Agency contact information
HR Customer Care Center Phone: (317) 212-0454 Email: dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.dfasmeritcc@mail.mil Address: DFAS – INFO AND TECHNOLOGY DIR OFFICE, 4800 Mark Center Drive, Alexandria, VA 22350, US Next steps
The resume will be used to assess qualifications and refer best-qualified applicants. You will be notified after each step. A tentative offer will be followed by suitability/security background checks. Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process aims to be fair and transparent. Guidance includes: Criminal history inquiries, EEO, Financial suitability, Privacy Act, Reasonable accommodation, Selective Service, Signature and false statements, Social security number request.
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Summary Who may apply: All US Citizens We may use this announcement to fill other positions in the I&T Dir. This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment. Overview Help Open & closing dates: 10/24/2025 to 11/06/2025 Salary: $106,365 to $138,276 per year. View Pay Tables:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/ Location: Indianapolis, IN — 1 vacancy Telework eligibility: No Travel: Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation: Yes — You may qualify for relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-time Service: Competitive; Promotion potential: 13; Job family (Series): 2210 Information Technology Management Security clearance: Other; Drug test: No Position sensitivity: Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk Religious liberty notice: National security Duties
Help Responsible for providing Lead System Administration support for a large-scale mainframe payroll system. Performs staff assignments related to IT project planning, monitoring, and/or coordinating systems life cycle functions. Maintains system documentation to improve and maintain audit posture for large scale mainframe payroll system. Provide support in areas of the IBM z/OS mainframe operating system software with responsibility for maintaining, testing and debugging segments. Serves as a technical expert of several specialized IBM mainframe software packages, including CA View, Strobe, AbendAid, ACF2, and CA-1 TMS. Provide on-call support to nightly batch mainframe processing cycles for a payroll system. Analyzes system problems (abends) and issues system recovery and/or restart JCL as warranted by the situation. Updates Supervisor on staff work activities and elevates any possible issues to Supervisor. Regularly briefs Supervisor on project status and significant developments. Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship or National Background Investigation Suitable for Federal Employment Registered for Selective Service (if applicable) In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months. This national security position may require access to classified information and requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination. Qualifications
Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional criteria listed. Combinations of education and experience may be sufficient. This job uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. Basic Requirement:
Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to or above the level of this position. Your resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the process. Attention to Detail-
experience reviewing IT-related work or data for accuracy and consistency with standards Customer Service-
experience maintaining relationships with customers and identifying IT needs Oral Communication-
briefing management and IT staff on status of systems or projects, including communicating to non-technical audiences Problem Solving-
identifying alternatives to address complex IT issues In addition to the Basic Competencies, One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade ( GS-12 ) is required. Specialized experience is defined as:
Evaluating and customizing software and systems through analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance; conducting systems requirement reviews; providing systems support in a mainframe environment; monitoring and resolving mainframe production errors; planning and coordinating major mainframe OS upgrades. Volunteer Experience:
Volunteer work can count toward qualifications. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. Education
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level. Additional information
This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment. For Reasonable Accommodation Requests, see the How You Will Be Evaluated section. This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, HOW TO APPLY and WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT sections for instructions. Telework availability will be based upon mission requirements and supervisory determination. This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority for Certain DoD personnel. Veteran’s Preference does not apply under this Direct Hire Authority. Employment with DFAS includes health, vision, dental, retirement, paid time off, and educational benefits. Selections are subject to DoD stability requirements. You may be required to serve a 1-year probation period; performance and conduct will be evaluated. We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. DFAS recognizes the value of formally gained competencies; selections will be based on Experience, Other, Education, and Certifications. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service. Retired Civil Service Employee:
Employment of retired Federal employees requires DoD policy compliance. Security designation varies and may require a secret clearance or higher. A favorable security determination is required to occupy a sensitive position. Expand/Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving government efficiency and upholding the rule of law and the Constitution. Benefits
Help A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Open for more information on federal benefits. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications and competencies listed in this vacancy announcement, including the USA Hire assessment. Required documents
Required Documents Resume:
Submit only ONE resume method. The HR system date stamps the last received; this may affect eligibility. You may attach in USAJOBS, upload in Application Manager, or fax. Complete
Assessment Questionnaire Supporting Documents Requesting a reasonable accommodation for USA Hire Assessments, submit supporting documentation. The following documents are ONLY required if applicable. They must be received by the closing date. Transcripts and/or Certifications:
Documentation if substituting education for experience; education must be from accredited institutions. 10-Point Veterans’ Preference:
Signed SF-15 and required proofs. 5-Point Veterans’ Preference:
Submit DD-214 with Character of Service or other qualifying documentation. ICTAP, Cover Letter, MSP, MR/NG PPP checklists, and other preferences may apply as described. Warning:
Incomplete application by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/06/2025 may result in ineligible rating. How to Apply
Help Read the entire announcement. Complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and documents by the closing date. Steps include: Click Apply Online. Answer questions and attach documents. Submit application before the closing date. You will be notified about USA Hire assessments after submission. Access USA Hire via your USAJOBS login; accommodations available if needed. Set aside time for assessments; responses may be reused for future applications. USA Hire assessment resources:
basic information available in the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center (no link provided here). To update your application:
Use your USAJOBS account to edit your application during the open period. To view the status:
Use the USAJOBS status page to view application and assessment status. Agency contact information
HR Customer Care Center Phone: (317) 212-0454 Email: dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.dfasmeritcc@mail.mil Address: DFAS – INFO AND TECHNOLOGY DIR OFFICE, 4800 Mark Center Drive, Alexandria, VA 22350, US Next steps
The resume will be used to assess qualifications and refer best-qualified applicants. You will be notified after each step. A tentative offer will be followed by suitability/security background checks. Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process aims to be fair and transparent. Guidance includes: Criminal history inquiries, EEO, Financial suitability, Privacy Act, Reasonable accommodation, Selective Service, Signature and false statements, Social security number request.
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